Dusty B. Goucher, DVM

Dr. Dusty was born in upstate New York, but
her family is here in Sulphur Springs, Texas.  
Her greatest influence came from her mother,
Patsy Boshears.  From her, Dr. Dusty learned
dedication and persistence with a healthy
dose of understanding.  

After high school graduation, Dr. Dusty
attended East Texas State University (now
known as Texas A&M at Commerce) where
she received her Bachelor of Science in 1994.
Dr. Dusty was accepted into the Texas A&M
College of Veterinary Medicine where she
graduated with a Doctorate in Veterinary
Medicine in 2000.  During that time, Drs.
Dusty and Darren were married and had two
children. After graduation, Dr. Dusty and Dr.
Darren moved up here and began working in  
Sachse and Murphy.  Dr. Dusty has worked
at the Cat Hospital of Collin County since
2003 and continues to work there on
Saturdays.  Dr. Dana Pace has imparted
much specialized knowledge to Dr. Dusty
during these years.
Darren L. Goucher, DVM

Dr. Darren was born and raised in
Pasadena, Texas where his parents still
reside.  His greatest influence came from
Dr. Tom Wilkes at the Richey Animal
Hospital.  There, he established a good
work ethic and perhaps most importantly,
compassion.

After high school graduation, Dr. Darren
attended Texas A&M University and
received his Bachelor of Science in 1993.
In 1994, Dr. Darren was accepted into the
veterinary program at Texas A&M
University where he graduated Cum
Laude with a Doctorate in Veterinary
Medicine in 1998.  After graduation, Dr.
Darren went to work for Dr. Dan Posey in
Madisonville, TX who become his second
true mentor. “I learned so much there,
from both Dr. Posey and his staff.  
Probably the most important thing I
learned was that you must treat people
and their pets with the same care you
expect when you are the patient."
Together, Dr. Darren and Dr. Dusty were able to realize their long sought dream of owning their
practice.  In December of 2004, the Animal Hospital of Fate opened its doors to serve the rapidly
growing community in and around Fate, Texas.  They now make their home in Rockwall, Texas with
their three children, Lilly, Connor, and Adam.  If you spend enough time with us, you will surely meet
their adorable and ever helpful threesome.  They have a rescued dog at home, an ill-behaved
green wing macaw, and many fish.
Darren, Lilly, Conner, and Dusty Goucher
The newest addition to the family ....
Adam Scott Goucher
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to e-mail Drs. Goucher at
Dr_Darren@ahfate.com or Dr_Dusty@ahfate.com.  Of course, you are always welcome to call or
stop by to see us.
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Animal Hospital of Fate
1001 North W.E.Crawford  (Highway 66 in Fate)
Rockwall, Texas 75087
972-722-0066