Parker County Today March 2016 | Page 55

Dr. Ryan Cate with Dr. Gary Grote PA R K E R C O U N T Y T O D AY stay here — being a part of PCLIA and continuing to be a part of community groups. I’m a big proponent of 4H and FFA. I learned leadership and mentorship by being a member of the Corps of Cadets at A&M. I enjoy teaching kids what’s out there and also leading by example,” he said. “I believe being involved in the community is important. That’s how people get to know you and that’s how trust develops,” he continued. “I truly enjoy Parker County. I like small town businesses,” Dr. Cate said. MARCH 2016 Cate. He’s part of the Parker County Livestock Improvement Association (PCLIA) and serves as a mentor to various 4H and FFA groups. Several students from Weatherford High School’s Vet Technology course are working at his clinic getting hands-on experience in the field. Dr. Cate says he appreciates the additional opportunities to be involved in a smaller community. “Living in Fort Worth, you wouldn’t get to be as involved in your community. I can be significantly involved in my community here. I can be more than just a vet here. I can mentor others who might want to become vets. That’s a big factor that drives me to 53