Equifest Program 2020

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Andy Hawkins, DVM Dr. Andy Hawkins grew up on a family farm and ranch operation in southeast Kansas. As a child, he was active in 4-H and FFA raising and showing livestock. After high school, Andy attended Kansas State University where he earned a B.S. in animal sciences and industry (2002) and then a D.V.M. (2006). Post-graduation, Dr. Hawkins completed an internship in equine surgery and medicine at Sheridan Equine in Sheridan, Wyoming. Following his internship, he continued to work for Sheridan Equine running its satellite office, Cody Equine, in Cody, Wyoming. This opportunity made it possible for him

to expand his knowledge and receive continued specialized training in equine medicine, referral lameness and surgery. In 2011 Dr. Hawkins returned home to Kansas and started his own equine exclusive practice. He later went on to pursue a career in regulatory medicine accepting a position with the USDA as an Export Veterinary Medical Officer. In July of 2017 he was appointed Assistant Animal Health Commissioner for the state of Kansas. Dr. Hawkins currently serves as president of the Kansas Veterinary Medical Association. He lives in Auburn, Kansas, with his wife and daughter. Rhonda Martin Rhonda’s passion and focus are about improving the

understanding of equine behavior, training, and the physical response to ridden work. A competitor in reining and western dressage led Rhonda to create a system for understanding and helping horses be their best, achieving numerous regional and world championships. Rhonda has worked for nearly 30 years developing her unique, horsemanship-based approach to equine bodywork, mobility, and training. She blends movement and bodywork strategies to program balance, transitions, strength, and relaxation in the horse.

Rhonda has worked with over 15,000 horses in her career helping trainers, riders, and competitors of all levels unlock the potential of their horses. Her clientele includes hundreds of horses of all disciplines who have achieved world, national, and regional championships. She has attended the AQHA World Show, the NFR major events as an exclusive therapist, consults for CSI Saddle Pads, and is part of Team CSI.

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