• AAHA Student of the Year UC Davis 1980

• Dr. Mannix has been interviewed by local television and radio news stations on various veterinarian topics.

• The Pet Place (TV Program) Award for service to the community.

• CBS, NBC, ABC news coverage on cosmetic surgery.

• Consultation Expert on Veterinary legal cases.

• Service Guide Dogs and Canine Companions for Independence .

• Has done referral work for service dogs (San Clemente Police Department and Camp Pendleton ).