Dr. Peter Eeg grew up in Wheaton, Maryland and graduated from University of Maryland as an undergrad and graduate in Animal Science, Parasitology, and Immunology. He then attended and graduated with honors earning his veterinary degree from the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine.
Upon graduating, he interned at Peachtree Veterinary Clinic under the guidance of his lifelong friend; Dr. Chet Anderson. Dr. Eeg took over the reins of Poolesville Veterinary Clinic over 25 years ago, never looking back and always to the future.
To expand his knowledge in veterinary medicine Dr. Eeg has obtained specialized training in laser surgery and therapy. Additionally, he worked in the first inter-disciplinary group related to pain management in people and animals, studied and lectured on the human-animal bond, quality of life issues and end of life care and euthanasia. He is an internationally recognized speaker in these areas and has traveled extensively at the request of National and International Veterinary Education Congresses.
He shares his vast knowledge with fellow veterinarians as frequently as he can. He has written and published a book, “Veterinary Laser Surgery, A Practitioner’s Guide” and writes articles for veterinary publications.
Dr. Eeg is an active member in the Poolesville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Dr. Eeg currently resides on a small farm in Boyds, Maryland with his wife Cindy, 3 dogs and 4 cats: Abby, Felix, Willow, Birthday, Genevieve, Laney, and Lula, as well as horses, goats, and chickens.
His daughter Jaime is a graduate of Dartmouth College in New Hampshire and could not be more proud!
At the end of each and every day, Dr. Eeg remains devoted to his family, clients, and profession striving to be better in everything that he does.