Our Staff

Doctor

Dr. Phil V Mitchell , practice owner

Dr. Mitchell graduated from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1988. He belongs to the American Veterinary Medical Association, Alabama Veterinary Medical Association, Central Alabama Medical Association, and Alabama Cattleman's Association. He has two children and is an active parent of Macon-East Montgomery Academy. He is especially interested in ultrasound technology as it applies to his patients.

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Dr. Robert Speight , practice owner

A native of Montgomery, Dr Speight graduated from Auburn University’s School of Veterinary Medicine in 1984. Dr. Speight practiced locally for six and a half years before opening Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital with his partner, Dr. Phil Mitchell, in December of 1990.

Married to Jennifer Speight, he has three children, Trey, Shea, and Griffin. Dr. Speight is a member of Frazier United Methodist Church. He is active in his community, volunteering his time teaching Anatomy to seniors at Macon-East Montgomery Academy and has been a member of the Board of Trustees at Macon-East Montgomery Academy for the past five years.

Dr. Speight is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the American Animal Hospital Association, and the Alabama Veterinary Medical Association.

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Dr. Zeb A King , Practice Owner

Dr. King joined the staff at Taylor Crossing after graduating from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in May of 2005, and became the third partner in January 2009. He is a member of the Alabama Veterinary Medical Association and also the American Animal Hospital Association. Dr. King grew up in North Alabama but has enjoyed his time here in Montgomery. He is an active member of Frazier United Methodist Church and the local YMCA. He and his wife Michela have been married since July 2007 and welcomed their first child, Ragan Lynn, in October 2008.

Dr. King's special interests include ear disease, soft tissue surgery and weight managment. In his spare time Dr. King owns and operates a landscaping/irrigation business. The King family have 2 Labs (Maggie and Dixon), a Daschund (Miles), and 2 cats (Chloe and Stella)

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Dr. Joseph B. Atwell , Associate

Dr. Atwell has been at Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital since March of 2008, where he completed a preceptorship. He graduated from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. He is a member of The American Veterinary Medical Association and the Alabama Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Atwell has 3 dogs: Chubs (Boxer Mix), Lola (English Bulldog), and Tink (Shih-Tzu), a cat (Leon), and several fishtanks.

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Management

Lauri , Practice Manager

I am a graduate of Auburn University earning a Bachelor of Science and a Masters of Business Administration. While at Auburn, I worked with the chemistry department utilizing and educational grant from Pfizer. After graduate school, I pursued a career in the pharmaceutical industry retiring after ten years to spend more time with my family. Dr. Speight and Dr. Mitchell have given me a wonderful opportunity, here at Taylor Crossing, to develop incredible talented employees and helping each of them reach their fullest potential is extremely rewarding. I have 5 cats and 2 bird dogs, which bring my husband and son great joy and are incredible to watch during bird season.

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Kristie , Front Office Manager

I have a Bachelor's in Business Administration from Faulkner University where I also played softball for 2 years. I love working here at Taylor Crossing because I have been given the opportunity to do something I enjoy. In my spare time, I enjoy softball, basketball, volleyball, running, and weight lifting. I have two very spoiled dogs, Champ and Chase, and two very spoiled cats, Angel and Scooter.

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Hilary , Head Technician

I have been married to my husband Jonny for three years. I have been working at TCAH for five years. I enjoy working with the animals and working with a great staff. I have three pets of my own: Madie, a very energetic Pomeranian, Felicity, a very independent cat that loves lying in the window, and Trooper a lab mix that is my favorite.

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Jonathan , Paws Mahal Resort Manager, Groomer

I am a graduate of Holtville High School and a nine year veteran here at Taylor Crossing. My goal is to make the Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital Resort the best all over and to have the happiest animals in town. The doctors are the most caring and appreciative that I have ever worked for, as well as, all of the sweet animals and clients that come to see us!

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Technician

Heather

I graduated from Auburn University with a B.S. in Business Administration. I am married and have 2 boys. I have two dogs, Lucky a miniature daschund and Jack a springer spaniel. In my spare time I enjoy working in the yard and spending time with my family.

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Summer

I graduated from the University of Georgia in 2005 and am currently a veterinary student at Tuskegee University. I enjoy outdoor activities in my limited free time with my German Shorthair Pointer named Bailey.

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Lawrence

I am currently a student at AUM where I am pursuing a degree in Marketing. I am married to my wife Alison and we have a dog named Misty.
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Sam

I am currently a Junior at TSUM. I have 3 dogs: Dugan, Patches, and Maggie.
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Ryan

I am a graduate of AUM with a Degree in Biology and am currently a Veterinary Student at Tuskegee University. I have several dogs: Tater (chihuhua), Ruger (pit bull), and 7 coonhounds! I love to coonhunt in my spare time!

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Reception

Lindsay

I am going to Penn Foster leaning the skills to become a Veterinary Technician. I have 2 cats: Ben and Harry. I also have a dog named Izzy.
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Susie

I am a graduate of Troy University and am married to my husband Ross. We have 2 dogs: Max and Marty.
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Kennel

Jamed

I am currently taking classes at Auburn Univeristy at Mongomery towards a degree in Business. My work at Taylor Crossing is very fulfilling. To see the animals enjoy their playtimes and swim times, means that I am adding happiness to their lives.

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Erick

I am a Pre-Med/Vet Student at AUM. I attend Mt. Hebron Church of Christ in Eclectic, Alabama and have been a member for 18 years. I see my job as a wonderful opportunity to embrace God's creation and come closer to him every day. I have 2 cats, Jigsaw and Sinatra.

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Griffin

I am currently a student at Macon-East Academy and plan to go to Auburn University. I plan on pursuing Veterinary Medicine and also have an interest in becoming an entrepeneur.
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Natalie

I love working with the pets at Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital and also have an interest in grooming! I have several dogs: Jaegger, River, Bailey, and Captain. I also have one cat named Sia.

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Aaron

I am a graduate of Faulkner University and have one dog named Bella.
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Blake

I have a German Shepherd named Jack. I enjoy working with the pets at Taylor Crossing.
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Logan

i am currently a Pre-Vet / Exercise Science student at AUM and I have a dog named precious.
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