Learn More About Our Veterinary Staff
Town & Country Veterinary Hospital is local, family owned and operated. We have a long history of providing quality care and personal attention to all our pets. Visit 817 S Washington Street today!
Robert G. Haynes, DVM MS
Dr. Haynes grew up on his family’s Hereford Cattle and Quarter Horse ranch south of Wamego, KS. This farm has been in the family for over 125 years. In 1979, he received a BS degree in Animal Science at Kansas State University and took a job as cowherd manager for a purebred Angus farm in Connecticut. Dr. Haynes returned to KSU in 1981 and earned his MS degree in Animal Science (Bovine Reproductive Physiology) in 1983 and his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1986.
He concentrates on the large animal (farm animals and equine) portion of Town & Country Veterinary Hospital. He is also the chief veterinary inspector at JC Livestock Sales every Wednesday. He does also practice small animal medicine and surgery on Thursdays and every other Saturday mornings and provides emergencies after hours and during holidays.
Dr. Haynes and his wife, Pam, have a large family of boys, Robby (Emily), Matthew (Leslie), Andrew (Haley), Joseph (deceased), and Joshua (Katie). The boys are employed and deeply involved in various jobs and schooling relating to animal agriculture, agribusiness, and veterinary medicine. They also have 11 grandchildren and counting!
Pamela C. Haynes, Office Manager
Pam grew up in Salina, KS and moved to Chapman, KS while in high school when her dad, Gary Langvardt, became the Yard Foreman at JC Livestock Sales in Junction City. While growing up, Pam was always a part of the sale barn, working along with her dad. She graduated from Chapman High School in 1979 and obtained a degree in business from Brown Mackie College in 1981. She worked at a sporting goods store and bank before she met Dr. Haynes.
Pam married Dr. Haynes in 1988 and has been the practice manager at the veterinary clinic ever since. Besides her business responsibilities, she also fills in as veterinary technician as needed.
The Haynes family lives on a small ranchette five miles south of Junction City. Pam is outnumbered by five men but still manages to keep a wonderful home. She is also very involved with her 11 grandchildren and loves spending time with them.
Brandy Shamburg, DVM
Dr. Shamburg grew up on a family farm south of Topeka, KS. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from KSU in 2011 and received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from KSU in 2013. She practiced as a mixed animal practitioner in Lindsborg, KS for a couple years before joining the team at Town & Country Veterinary Hospital in 2015. Dr. Shamburg is our main small animal veterinarian and her interests include internal medicine and soft tissue surgery of small animals.
Dr. Shamburg enjoys spending her free time with her husband, Adam, and their children, Avery and Eli. They also have six four-legged kids named Finn, Frank, Buddha, Nugget, Patricia, and Alvin. They also have a beloved cow, Mabel.
Joshua Haynes, DVM
Dr. Joshua Haynes, son of Dr. Robert and Pam Haynes, grew up outside of Junction City and attended Chapman High School, where he graduated in 2014. Dr. Haynes then attended Kansas State University, where he studied Animal Science & Industry before being accepted to veterinary school. He acquired his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Kansas State University in May of 2022, and has been practicing here ever since.
While attending KSU, he met his wife, Katie, who now also works at Town & Country. He and his wife live outside of Junction City, where they raise their 2 children and 2 dogs, Ace and Benji. Dr. Haynes’ main veterinary interests include large animal medicine and small animal soft tissue surgery. Outside of the veterinary world, Dr. Haynes is involved in his church and is a member of the Geary County Extension Board, where he also serves on the executive council. He enjoys spending time with family, listening to podcasts, and cheering on the Chiefs, Royals, and K-State.
Katie Haynes
Katie grew up outside of Everest, KS and attended Horton Highschool. After graduating in 2015, She attended Kansas State University, where she met her husband, Joshua Haynes. She graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in 2019. Katie joined the Town and Country team in June of 2020 and is enjoying learning the role of “Practice Manager” from her mother-in-law, Pam. You will also see her up front doing reception work and occasionally will do tech work. Katie and her husband raise two children, Harrison and Josie. They also have two dogs who are very special member of their family, Ace and Benji. Her and her family live outside of Junction City and are active members of the community.
Janice Hannagan, Receptionist
Janice grew up east of Junction City on her family farm and is a lifetime resident of Geary County. Janice joined our team in October of 2002 and over the years, has worked as receptionist, vet tech, and grooming assistant. She also assists Dr. Haynes and Pam at the Sale Barn each Wednesday.
She has two children, Jenna and Colton- and joined Trey Allen in marriage in 2015. Janice can be found participating at barrel races, and rodeos with her children and does so in her spare time. Janice is also involved with Geary County 4-H as a county leader in the horse project. She also has numerous 4 legged animals.
Callie Stanley, Technician
Callie is a lifetime resident of Dickinson County. She Graduated from Chapman High School in 2014 and received her veterinary technician degree from Colby Community College in 2016. She joined our team in June of 2016. Callie and her husband Ryan, have 5 dogs (Jack, Lexi, Fletcher, Charlie, and Rosie) and 1 cat (Piglet).
Colleen Stafford, Receptionist
Colleen grew up in upstate New York and moved to the Junction City area in the year 2000 in a military move. She began her grooming career at that time and over the next 14 years groomed with three different grooming salons in the area. She came to us at Town & Country Veterinary Hospital as a finish groomer in 2014. In 2024, she retired from grooming and became a part-time receptionist. Colleen and her husband, Sparky, live in the area and enjoy outdoor sports such as horseback riding with their 2 horses- Comanche and Titan, motorcycling, and hunting. Colleen is joined at home with her 3 dogs: Kai, Zach, and Elliott.
Nicole Fairchild, Groomer
A long time animal lover, Nicole is a Junction City native. She began her grooming career in 1998 with an apprenticeship under a long time local groomer. She continues her grooming education by attending grooming workshops and seminars regularly. Nicole owned and operated The Satin Bow grooming salon for four years before coming to us as a finish groomer in 2010. Nicole and her husband, Shane, have 2 children, Henry and Evelyn along with their cat, Houdini and 2 dogs, Maude and Hudson.
Matt Haynes, Large Animal Technician
Matt Haynes, son of Dr. Robert and Pam Haynes was born and raised outside of Junction City. He attended school in Chapman and graduated in 2008. He then attended Kansas State University where he got his bachelor’s degree in Animal Science. Matt also has his welding degree and enjoys putting his welding skills to work around his farm and at the clinic. Matt does large animal tech work and is also the clinic handyman. He is married to Leslie Haynes and they have 3 children- Rhett, Nash, and Lane. Matt stays busy with coaching and attending his kid’s sporting events, along with managing the cattle on his property.
Takara Hawkins, Technician and Receptionist
Takara grew up in Abilene and graduated high school in 2015. Shortly after, she attended cosmetology school and graduated in 2016. She found her true passion working with animals and is very involved in animal welfare in our community. She is the Foster/Volunteer Coordinator at Friends of Animals Rescue and is the operator of the Junction City Pet Pantry. Takara was hired in June of 2021 and stays busy with tech and reception work. Her and her husband, Derrick have 2 children who also have soft hearts for our furry friends. She is a lover of all animals and has an array of species including, horses, dogs, snakes, and other reptiles!