Behind the scenes with Dr. Leslie Easterwood, the show vet in charge of keeping 18K animals healthy

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo draws thousands of show animals each year, ranging from rabbits to goats, sheep, horses, and more! Families flock to NRG Center to witness the spectacle, but behind the scenes, a dedicated team ensures the well-being of these animals. Dr. Leslie Easterwood, a professor at Texas A&M’s veterinary school, has been the show veterinarian since 2003.