Dr. Peter W. Kowalewski (Dr. Pete)

Dr. Pete received his degree in veterinary medicine from Iowa State University in 1984. Dr. Pete has practiced veterinary medicine as both a sole practitioner and a partner in a successful two hospital practice on Long Island. He and his family moved to the beautiful state of Georgia in 2015 after falling in love with the area.

Dr. Pete is a member of the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association, the American Veterinary Medical Association, and the American Association of Feline Practitioners.

Dr. Pete spends most his time away from the office with his family out on the lake. They go kayaking, paddle boarding and hike and explore Georgia and its scenic countryside. He also enjoys spending time with the furry portion of his family. Rosie the pug, Daisy and Zoey - pug mixes, Ben his Labahoula, Mu a rescue from a day old, and Gigi his blind calico cat....the Bethel Animal Hospital logo depicts Rosie and Gigi.

Dr. Shannon Soafer (Dr. Soafer) 

Dr. Soafer is from Roswell, Georgia and graduated from Berry College with a Bachelor of Science in 2013. She received her degree in veterinary medicine from Iowa State University in 2018. After completing an internship in Fort Worth, Texas, Dr. Soafer and her husband moved to North Georgia to be near family.

Dr. Soafer is a member of the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association, the American Veterinary Medical Association, and the American Association of Feline Practioners. Her medical interests include soft tissue surgery, pain management, and critical care.

Dr. Soafer spends her time away from the office with her family and friends. She enjoyes boating on Lake Lanier,  traveling, and gardening. She and her husband reside in Cumming with their daughter.