Cassidy Tarter is living her dream as an Associate Veterinarian at the Treasure Veterinary Service in Hysham, Montana, where she spends her days tending animals both big and small, from cattle to cats.
“My passion for animals started when I was young, and I knew then I wanted to be a veterinarian and work with animals.”
Cassidy was active in FFA during her time at Canton High School—she was recognized as a Star Chapter Farmer—and continued that passion at SRC as an active member of the National Professional Agriculture Student Association (PAS), serving as President and participating in PAS related events. One of her favorite memories of those events is of competing in the job interview category two years in a row—and winning first place both times. Cassidy has also been honored with the American FFA Degree, something less than 1% of FFA members and alumni receive.
After completing an Associate of Arts and Sciences degree and a certificate in Agricultural Precision Technology at SRC, she transferred to the WIU School of Agriculture where she was in the Sigma Alpha Professional Ag Sorority, Hoof N Horn Club, and Collegiate Farm Bureau. She graduated with a B.S. in Agricultural Science with a Minor in Chemistry. Cassidy completed her journey with a DVM degree from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2023.
Her move to Montana was the result of an internship opportunity that she applied for. It was delayed one year due to COVID, but in 2021 she was finally able to complete the 3-week program, and that was enough time for her to fall in love with the state and secure permanent employment.
When not working, Cassidy can be found reading, or exploring Montana either on horseback or dirt bike. She also enjoys hiking and shed hunting with her three dogs.