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 D. Kelly Macmanus DVM: A Valley native,
Dr. Macmanus was born in Raymondville, grew up in Harlingen, Rio Grande City, San Benito as well as short stays in Leesville, LA and Columbus, GA. He graduated from Harlingen High School, entered Texas A&M University where he was a member of the Corps of Cadets and the Student Senate while earning a Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees.
Upon graduation in 1976, he entered the United States Army Veterinary Corps and remained on active duty for four years while stationed at Carlisle Barracks, PA. On separation from his active duty service, Dr. Macmanus returned to the Valley, accepting an associate position at The Valley Animal Hospital.
He is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Texas
Veterinary Medical Association, where he previously served as a District Director for eight years, and has been the treasurer of the Valley Veterinary Medical Association for 20 years. He has worked extensively with the 4-H program in Hidalgo County serving as a Director and the President of the Hidalgo County 4-H Foundation and has served on the board of the Upper Valley Humane Society.
Dr. Macmanus enjoys life with his wife, three daughters, two grandchildren, dogs Boomer, Dexter and Jesabel. His hobbies include dog training, fishing, raising vegetables and archery including coaching the Hidalgo County 4-H Archery Team.
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