Meet Our Team!
Meet the Team at Dade City Animal Clinic
Our experienced veterinary team at Dade City Animal Clinic in Dade City, FL goes above and beyond to keep your pet happy and healthy throughout every stage of life. We can’t wait to get to know you and your furry family member! In the meantime, feel free to learn more about us below.

Get to Know Our Dade City, FL Veterinary Team
Veterinarians & Leadership

Chester Taylor, DVM
Veterinarian/Owner
Meet Dr. Chet
Owner and operator Dade City Animal Clinic has been with this practice for over 38 years. From the age of thirteen, he worked as an assistant to his mentor and former Dade City Animal Clinic owner, Dr. H. R. Smalley. Dr. Chet graduated from Pasco High School in 1974. After attending Pasco-Hernando Community College in 1975, he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Sciences in 1977 and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1982 from the University of Florida, Gainesville. After graduation, he stayed as an intern at the University of Florida in Rural Animal Medicine for one year. In 1983, Dr. Chet reunited with Dr. Smalley at Dade City Animal Clinic as an associate, specializing in large animal medicine. After over thirty years in the same location and upon Dr. Smalley’s retirement, Dr. Chet bought the practice in 1997.
Dr. Chet is a strong supporter of the surrounding communities. He is the Pasco County Fair Veterinarian and a member of the Pasco County Fair Board. Dr. Chet is an annual steer and pig buyer, a Friend of the Florida State 4-H, and a supporter of the local high school’s Future Farmers of America chapters.
Dr. Chet lives in Dade City with his wife, Becky, and their four children; Tristan, Becca, Olivia, and Lauren.
Years in Practice:
38 Years
Education:
Bachelors Degree in Animal Sciences – University of Florida, Gainesville
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine – University of Florida, Gainesville

Houston Wischmeier, DVM
Veterinarian
Meet Dr. Wischmeier

Beth
Practice Manager
Meet Beth
Bio coming soon!

Carrie
Lead Client Service Representative
Meet Carrie
Bio coming soon!

Becky Jo
Lead Veterinary Technician
Meet Becky Jo
Bio coming soon!

Emily
Lead Kennel Technician
Meet Emily
Bio coming soon!
Technicians

Jen
Meet Jen
Jen became a certified veterinary assistant in Feb. 2017 and is working on completing her degree to be a certified veterinary technician.
Year Employed:
2017

Leah
Veterinary Technician
Meet Leah
When Leah isn’t at work she’s headed to the beach, kayaking, or a concert to see her favorite bands play.
Year Employed:
2010

Dylan
Veterinary Technician
Meet Dylan
Bio coming soon!

Savanna
Veterinary Technician
Meet Savanna
Bio coming soon!

Keala
Veterinary Technician
Meet Keala
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Kayla
Veterinary Technician
Meet Kayla
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Keltce
Veterinary Technician
Meet Keltce
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Dakota
Veterinary Technician
Meet Dakota
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Client Service Representatives

Amanda
Meet Amanda
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Virginia
Client Service Representative
Meet Virginia
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Kaylee
Client Service Representative
Meet Kaylee
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Mikki
Client Service Representative
Meet Mikki
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Shannon
Client Service Representative
Meet Shannon
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Kennel Staff

Aaliyah
Kennel Technician
Meet Aaliyah
Bio coming soon!

Alexia
Kennel Technician
Meet Alexia
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Ali
Kennel Technician
Meet Ali
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Odilia
Kennel Technician
Meet Odilia
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