Charles H Witte, DVM
Dr. Witte completed a small animal internship at Gulfcoast Animal Referral Hospital in Sarasota, FL. He then practiced in Ft. Lauderdale where he spent 6 years at Wag'n Tails Animal Hospital. While in Ft Lauderdale he met and married his wife Jennifer (Planet Pet Animal Hospital's manager/receptionist). He then relocated to the Ocala area where he worked at the very prestigious Dunnellon Animal Hospital. Having always wanted to own an animal clinic, he has settled at Planet Pet Animal Hospital here in Vero Beach.
Dr. Witte is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), The Florida Veterinary Medical Association (FVMA), Treasure Coast Veterinary Medical Association (TCVMA), and the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). He regularly attends and participates in local, state and national veterinary conferences. Conferences such as these help to shape the future of veterinary medicine so participation helps to benefit the individual members as well as our clients and ultimately our patients. Dr. Witte often contributes to local publications that provide the public with useful and current information regarding companion animal care.
In his free time, Dr. Witte is an avid fisherman, particularly fly fishing the flats all over Florida. He also enjoys wildlife and sports photography. Most of all, he likes to spend time with his son who is now 6 years old and full of energy.
Jennifer (Manager/Reception)
Jennifer has work experience in many different fields. Before coming to work at Planet Pet Animal Hospital, Jennifer worked at an optometrist’s office, as a realtor’s assistant, as a barista, and as a sales associate. She has always enjoyed customer service and event planning.
Jennifer grew up playing competitive softball until an injury prevented her from pursuing a dream playing college softball. She enjoys other sports as well, including fishing with Dr. Witte and their sons Stover and Bohn, weight lifting, archery, baseball, hockey, and hiking. Vero Beach has provided her plenty of opportunities to explore the area on foot. Along with Dr. Witte and Stover, she continues the family hobby of Geo Caching.
Jennifer has always enjoyed cuddling with the pets Dr. Witte provides care for. The best part of working at Planet Pet Animal Hospital is being able to do this with all pets that come in, whether for a routine visit, a day stay, or for overnight treatment. Being able to spend more time with Dr. Witte, their dog Boomer, as well as have Bohn and Stover at work whenever possible is also a huge plus for working at Planet Pet Animal Hospital.
Misty, Jamie, Jennifer, and Lauren