Veterinarians
Robin Barrow, DVM
Dr. Barrow with the much-loved Sterling Assets.
Dr. Barrow was born and raised in Bowling Green, KY. She attended Western Kentucky University, concentrating on Biochemistry and Animal Science-Equine Emphasis. She was accepted to the Auburn College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2000. At Auburn, she was active with the student chapter of AAEP and the Auburn Equestrian team, helping to start that program. Upon graduation she was named AUCVM Equine Student of the Year and traveled to the renowned Elgin Veterinary Hospital in Texas for an equine internship. While at Elgin, Dr. Barrow learned from Dr. Bob Lewis, previous President of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP). The case load was heavy on Lameness, Sports Medicine and Surgery.
Dr. Barrow moved to Georgia after her graduation and internship and spent four years in mixed animal practice, concentrating heavily on equine reproduction and lameness. In March of 2004, Dr. Barrow opened Barrow Veterinary Service as a small equine ambulatory service. It has now grown into a full service equine practice, offering hospitalization, reproductive services, and surgery in addition to farm calls.
In her spare time, Dr. Barrow shows American Quarter Horses. Her most famous horse was Sterling Assests, a western all-around horse with Superiors in both Trail and Western Riding. In 2013, Dr. Barrow and Sterling won the prestigious Novice Championships in Trail. Currently, Dr. Barrow is showing Heza Blazin Machine (GusGus), a bay gelding who is showing much talent in the Western All Around events.
When she is not showing, Dr. Barrow is active in the Georgia Quarter Horse Association, and served as GQHA's President from 2009 to 2013. She currently chairs the Big A Show Committee, a nationally-renowned show that is continuously on the map as one of AQHA's top 5 shows. She also serves AQHA nationally as a member of the Committee for Showing and Professional Horsemen and was recently appointed to the prestigious AQHA Show Council.
While it seems horses are always in the forefront, Dr. Barrow's real love is her daughter, Emma. You may even see Emma on the road as mom's helper!! Together, the two of them enjoy traveling, baking, and Atlanta Braves baseball.
Dr. Barrow moved to Georgia after her graduation and internship and spent four years in mixed animal practice, concentrating heavily on equine reproduction and lameness. In March of 2004, Dr. Barrow opened Barrow Veterinary Service as a small equine ambulatory service. It has now grown into a full service equine practice, offering hospitalization, reproductive services, and surgery in addition to farm calls.
In her spare time, Dr. Barrow shows American Quarter Horses. Her most famous horse was Sterling Assests, a western all-around horse with Superiors in both Trail and Western Riding. In 2013, Dr. Barrow and Sterling won the prestigious Novice Championships in Trail. Currently, Dr. Barrow is showing Heza Blazin Machine (GusGus), a bay gelding who is showing much talent in the Western All Around events.
When she is not showing, Dr. Barrow is active in the Georgia Quarter Horse Association, and served as GQHA's President from 2009 to 2013. She currently chairs the Big A Show Committee, a nationally-renowned show that is continuously on the map as one of AQHA's top 5 shows. She also serves AQHA nationally as a member of the Committee for Showing and Professional Horsemen and was recently appointed to the prestigious AQHA Show Council.
While it seems horses are always in the forefront, Dr. Barrow's real love is her daughter, Emma. You may even see Emma on the road as mom's helper!! Together, the two of them enjoy traveling, baking, and Atlanta Braves baseball.
Office Manager
Valerie Walthart
Valerie has been with Barrow Veterinary Services since it's inception, and for a few years had the distinction of being the sole employee of BVS. She now makes sure the office is running smoothly, but can occasionally still be found in the field. A transplant from Nashville, TN, she studied Animal Science at Western Kentucky University and is a former Coordinator of Laboratory Animal Resources at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. She has worked in the Veterinary field for more than twenty years. In her spare time, she enjoys recreational riding and is the Reservation Chair for the Georgia Quarter Horse Association's Stars & Stripes and Big A Show Committee. She also enjoys being a mom, gardening, and writing. When not at work, she can be found spending time with her misfit and rescued dogs, cats, bird, goats, and Pig.
Assistants
Mary Stuart Thomas
Mary Stuart joined BVS in May of 2017 after working with several different trainers. Her focus now includes the health and care of the horse as well as the performance aspect. A native of Athens, Georgia, Mary Stuart is no stranger to the Hunter Jumper or Sport Horse world. She enjoys all outdoor activities, spending time with her dog, and working on her vintage Ford Bronco. Picture coming soon!
Mary Stuart joined BVS in May of 2017 after working with several different trainers. Her focus now includes the health and care of the horse as well as the performance aspect. A native of Athens, Georgia, Mary Stuart is no stranger to the Hunter Jumper or Sport Horse world. She enjoys all outdoor activities, spending time with her dog, and working on her vintage Ford Bronco. Picture coming soon!
Pasha
This is Pasha, our official Head Greeter, who succeeded the amazing and very missed Chloe Pudgewaddle in 2010. Pasha is a French Bulldog. She joins rescue Boston Terrier sister Haddie Mae daily in the office. Pasha is known for her obsession with her toys, and will be happy to fetch for you as long as you'll throw her ball or frisbee. She might bark at you, but it's only so you know how important she is.
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Haddie Mae
Haddie Mae is our permanent foster dog from The Rescue Ranch in Rutledge, GA. She can be found most days under Valerie's desk, although she might come out to give you a kiss or lay in your lap. Haddie Mae has a heart condition which excludes her from adoption, but what she lacks in health she makes up for in love. She is perfectly content to just hang out and be your friend. Haddie Mae joined us in May of 2016. |