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

Dr. Chester Taylor

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

Dr. Chester Taylor

Houston Wischmeier, DVM

Veterinarian

Meet Dr. Wischmeier
Dr. Houston Wischmeier is a graduate of Lincoln Memorial University, where he earned both his undergraduate and veterinary degrees, he brings a passion for internal medicine, emergency care, and exotic and wildlife cases. His professional experience includes mixed animal practice, wildlife work, and relief services. When not caring for pets, Dr. Wischmeier enjoys camping, hiking, fishing, and running—anything that gets him outdoors. He shares his life with two dogs: Gunner, a spirited German Shorthaired Pointer, and Claire, a sweet Pitbull mix.
Dr. Chester Taylor

Beth

Practice Manager

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Carrie

Carrie

Lead Client Service Representative

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Becky Jo

Becky Jo

Lead Veterinary Technician

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Emily

Emily

Lead Kennel Technician

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Technicians

Jen

Jen

Veterinary Technician
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

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

Dylan

Veterinary Technician

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Savanna

Savanna

Veterinary Technician

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Savanna

Keala

Veterinary Technician

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Jen

Kayla

Veterinary Technician

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Leah

Keltce

Veterinary Technician

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Becky Jo

Dakota

Veterinary Technician

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Client Service Representatives

Amanda

Amanda

Client Service Representative
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Virginia

Virginia

Client Service Representative

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Savanna

Kaylee

Client Service Representative

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Savanna

Mikki

Client Service Representative

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Savanna

Shannon

Client Service Representative

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Kennel Staff

Aaliyah

Aaliyah

Kennel Technician

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Aaliyah

Alexia

Kennel Technician

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Aaliyah

Ali

Kennel Technician

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Aaliyah

Odilia

Kennel Technician

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