About Me
I graduated from Charles Sturt University, Wagga, in 2016 and have always had a deep love for animals. My godmother sparked my passion at an early age when she introduced me to her pet python as a toddler. From there, my fascination with all creatures—big and small—only grew.
Horses have been a lifelong love of mine. I learned to ride by exchanging stable work for lessons until I could save enough to buy my own horse. My equine journey has taken me through royal shows, jumping, eventing, and even the occasional high school polocrosse match. These days, I find myself on the other side of the equine fence, focusing on equine medicine, diagnostics, and anaesthesia. While I hate seeing animals unwell, I love helping them recover, return to what they love, and perform at their best.
Beyond horses, I have a background in cattle, having shown Limousins and feedlot steers in high school. I’m always comfortable in a good set of yards and a crush.
At home, I’m kept on my toes by my two dogs—Chill the Rottweiler and Arnie the Shepherd cross—as well as my Burmese cats, Mochi and Arlow (the latter belonging to my partner, Sam). My “problem child” is Bill, an ex-racehorse Thoroughbred who I lovingly refer to as my rangy red kite.
Animals have shaped my life, and I’m passionate about providing the best care possible for them. Whether it's in the clinic, the stables, or the paddock, I’m dedicated to keeping them healthy and thriving.
Why Kentaro?
Kentaro, also known as Maui, was my heart horse – my beloved eventing partner. His name means “mountainous,” which suits his larger-than-life personality perfectly. Like Phar Lap, Kentaro's seven-letter name carried a special kind of luck. He was my rock, always there when I needed him.
A true character, he had a flair for the dramatic and was a constant teacher – especially when it came to veterinary medicine, as he found creative ways to injure himself. But no matter how daunting the challenge, Kentaro was the horse who, in those moments of doubt before a huge fence, would give you the confidence to say, “Don’t worry, I’ve got this.”
