Rachel Hocking
Undergrad Scholarship Recipient 2021

Rachel Hocking has had the desire to become a veterinarian since her primary school days.

Growing up, she was surrounded by horses and involved in various activities such as attending riding camps, taking stable hand jobs, volunteering at the RDA, and doing yearling preparations.

Throughout her journey, Rachel has been fortunate to work with amazing people whose passion for horses has inspired her to give back to the equine community. She aims to apply the skills she has learned to help horses and the people who care for them.

Rachel’s report “A case of septic arthritis in a Thoroughbred filly” was published in the Summer 2022 NZERF Bulletin.