Veterinarians

Dr. Michael Canfield is a southern Mississippi native. Prior to becoming a veterinarian, Dr. Canfield was an electrician for Ingalls shipyard in Pascagoula, MS where he was proud to assist in building several United States Navy ships.

While employed as an electrician, Dr. Canfield began his undergraduate studies at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and subsequently transferred to Mississippi State University to complete his undergraduate studies prior to entering Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He graduated from Mississippi State College of Veterinary Medicine and entered the profession as an eager small animal clinician.

Dr. Canfield developed a special interest in veterinary dermatology during his college career and after a number of years in small animal practice, Dr. Canfield’s interests in dermatology flourished, ultimately leading him to accept an American College of Veterinary Dermatology approved dermatology residency with Animal Dermatology Clinic located in Tustin, California. Following three years of intense training, Dr. Canfield completed his residency with Animal Dermatology Clinic. He continues to see dermatology cases in Marietta, GA on a regular basis while continuing to serve as a small animal veterinarian for the Animal Hospital of Regency Park. Dr. Canfield is interested in dermatology, including allergic skin diseases, ear diseases, and endocrinopathies (hormone-related diseases). Additionally, he enjoys traditional surgery, cryosurgery, laser surgery, and internal medicine.

Dr. Canfield is a proud husband and father of three children. He looks forward to serving you and your pet.