​Dr. Rhiannon FEnton, DVM, CAC, CVA, CVFT, EqNBD, ACN
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​Dr. Rhiannon Fenton is a Southern California native, currently based in Hidden Hills. From the age of five, she knew she was destined to work with animals, whether as a veterinarian or a dolphin trainer. Her love for horses became a defining passion, and by seventeen she owned a horse training business working with a wide range of horses—from untouched Mustangs and spirited Arabians to Pre-Olympic dressage horses—developing a natural ability to understand each horse’s unique nature.

Dr. Fenton dedicated her life to becoming a veterinarian and now combines her doctoral education, intuition and hands-on experience with cutting-edge therapies to help horses heal gently and safely, unlocking their innate potential to thrive as Mother Nature intended. She continually hones her expertise in advanced diagnostics and treatments, ensuring every horse in her practice receives individualized, transformative care.

The breadth and depth of Dr. Fenton’s expertise—built over a lifetime of diversified immersion with the equine species, advanced professional training, and real-world experience—makes her truly one-of-a-kind in her field, and her ongoing pursuit of excellence is reflected in the following:

Degrees, Certifications, and Formal Training

  • Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine
  • Bachelors of Science in Animal Science from Cal Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo 
  • Accredited Category II Veterinarian in the State of California by the USDA, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (Import/Export of all species).
  • Certified in Animal Chiropractic by Options for Animals Veterinary Chiropractic School
  • Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist by the Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine
  • Certified Veterinary Food Therapist by the Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine
  • Certified Applied Clinical Nutritionist (for humans) by Southern California University of Health Sciences
  • Certified in Ozone Therapy by O3 Vets
  • Certified in Level I Reiki Energy Healing
  • Certified Hemp Practitioner by Biotics Research Corporation and Ananda Hemp, Biotics University
  • Equine Natural Balance Dentist by Spencer LaFlure's Advanced Whole Horse Dentistry Academy
  • Trained in Chinese Herbal Medicine by the Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine
  • Trained in Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) by Dr. Deb and Scott Walker
  • Trained in Nutritional Response Testing (NRT) by Dr. Ulan's Nutritional Systems, Inc. 
  • Trained in Applied Kinesiology by the International College of Applied Kinesiology via Dr. Bruce Shin
  • Trained in Morphogenic Field Technique (MFT) by Dr. Springob and Standard Process/Mediherb 
  • Trained in Nutrition Stress Analysis by Dr. Cari Schaefer, DACM, LAc  Sustainable Health Center 

Publications, Awards, Media and Speaking
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  • Awarded Most Trusted Holistic Equine Veterinarian -- California 2024 by New World Report AI Global Media
  • Vital Vet Tales: Unveiling Holistic Animal Care with Dr. Rhiannon Fenton featured by Farm Talk with Paul Ward 2024
  • Awarded Most Innovative Equine Veterinary Clinic -- California 2024 by LUXlife Magazine Pet Products and Services
  • Awarded Best Equine Veterinary Practice -- California 2023 by New World Report AI Global Media
  • Awarded Most Innovative Holistic Veterinary Practice - San Fernando Valley by LUXlife Pet Products and Services 2023​
  • Health Made Simple Webinar with Photonic Health -- 2022 
  • Awarded Most Distinguished & Innovative Holistic Veterinarian - California by Global Health & Pharma 2021
  • Awarded Best Holistic Equine Health Veterinarian - California by LUXlife Pet Products and Services 2021
  • Published “Chapter 25 The Teeth Dr. Fenton” in Walk as One by Dianna Walker McPhail, 2019
  • Published Help Horses Resist the Itch. EquiManagement Business Solutions for Equine Practitioners. Press Release August 2019
  • Awarded Best for Alternative Equine Treatments - West Coast USA 2018 by Global Health & Pharma 2018
  • Published How well do you know the nose?  The Natural Horse Magazine. Volume 20 Issue 2. April/May/June 2018. 
  • Award for Excellence in Small Animal Holistic Health Care - California by Global Health & Pharma 2018
  • Awarded Holistic Veterinarian of the Year - California by Global Health & Pharma 2017
  • Awarded Most Innovative Equine Health Professional - California by Global Health and Pharma 2017
  • Invited Participant/Speaker to the National Symposium for Holistic Arts Practitioners at Harvard University 2017 
  • Awarded LA's Top 10 Vets by Los Angeles and New York Film and Motion Picture Television Industry 2016/2017
  • Published Most Common Questions asked of Holistic Veterinarians.  The OnPets Official Website. January, 2017
  • Published Happy New Year to the Good Horse. Equine Addiction Inc. Official Website. January 2017
  • Published Natural Balance Dentistry. The Holistic Horse Magazine. Issue 103. June/July 2016
  • Published Healing Through Feelings -- Neuro Emotional Technique May Offer a Solution for Hard-To-Diagnose Maladies, The Holistic Horse Magazine. Issue 101. February/March 2016
  • Video Series Horse Care Tips - Equine Wellness and Horse Care featuring Dr. Fenton of Vital Equine with Equine Addiction Inc. The Official Website of Equine Addiction Inc. November 2015
  • Published Everyday Wisdom From Everyday Horse People -  Summertime, Sunshine, Vitamin D and Horses. The Official Website of Equine Addiction Inc.  July 2015
  • Published Horse N' Rider. Inside the Hills: The Social Publication Exclusively for the Residents of Hidden Hills,  March 2015
  • Published Food Therapy for Horses Parts IV. The Official Website of The Naturally Healthy Horse. November 12, 2014
  • Published Food Therapy for Horses Part III. The Official Website of The Naturally Healthy Horse. November 7, 2014
  • Published Food Therapy for Horses Part II. The Official Website of the Naturally Healthy Horse. October 30, 2014
  • Published Food Therapy for Horses Part I. The Official Website of the Naturally Healthy Horse. October 23, 2014
  • Published Acupuncture Treatment for Insect Bite Hypersensitivity. TCVM News: The Voice of Dr. Xie's Jing Tang Herbal, Issue 24, Summer/Fall 2014

Clinical Practice
  • Shelter Medicine for Dogs & Cats at a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) Organization in Los Angeles
  • Relief Vet for General Practice, Urgent and Critical Care for Small Animal Clinics in LA and Ventura Counties

Memberships
  • California Veterinary Medical Association
  • American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
  • Nutrition Innovation Council Member by Standard Process Exclusive Invite Only ​​