Meet Our Skilled Grote Vet Staff

Dr. Ryan Cate, Veterinarian, purchased Grote Veterinary Clinic in January 2016. Dr.

Heidi Ritthaler DVM joined Riverstone Vet Group in the spring of 2019. She is a 20 year resident of Parker County, having come to the region right after graduating from Colorado State University in 1999. Dr.

Morgan Solomon, DVM joined Riverstone Veterinary Group in August 2020. Originally from just outside of Ruston, La, she is a proud graduate of both Louisiana Tech University and LSU School of Veterinary Medicine.

My name is Clancette Marie, but you can call me Clancy! I am the official Muppet Mascot of Grote Veterinary Clinic, where my mom (Dr. Solomon) is a veterinarian.

Erin has worked at Grote's for the past six years and has worked her way up from Kennel Assistant to Veterinary Surgical Technician. Erin has enjoyed her journey from Kennel Assistant to Vet Tech and loves being in Veterinary Medicine where she can learn something new everyday.

Kendall is from Richardson Tx, she has been working for Riverstone Veterinary Group since August 2024. Kendall attended Texas A&M University. She has 2 dogs, 1 cat, and a horse.

Addi graduated from Tarleton State University with a bachelor’s degree in animal science and a minor in veterinary technology. She loves animals of all types, and when she is not taking care of yours, she enjoys spending time with her own two cats, Grape and Cheese.

Victor is an Army veteran and a pet lover through and through. He has two cats and a German Shepherd. Victor is an avid gamer and certified Scuba diver. When he isn't looking after your pets, you can find him lounging on a river.

Vanda is from Brock, Tx. She lives there with her husband, Andy, their two daughters, Rachel and Sadie, two dogs, Remi and Heath, and numerous show pigs. In her spare time, Vanda enjoys cooking for her family, working pigs, and watching her girls play basketball.

Charlene lives in Springtown TX with her soon to be husband and 17-year-old son. She is also a proud grandmother to a 1 year old little girl. She has been with Grote since 2019, and in the Vet Med industry for close to 30 years!

Grace is From Eagle Idaho, she has been working at Riverstone Veterinary Group since June of 2024. Grace is currently a junior at the University of Texas at Arlington. She has a cat named Bandit (aka monkey). In Grace’s free time she loves to read and go on walks with her boyfriend.

Maddie is from Jacksboro Tx, and has been working for Riverstone Veterinary Group for two months. She has cats and two dogs who she loves dearly. In Maddie’s free time she enjoys playing video games and tinkering with her pickup.