Our Mission
Equine dentistry is crucial to maintaining a happy and healthy horse! We strive to provide the highest level of dental and wellness care for all of our patients and satisfaction for our customers through professionalism and compassion. You can expect a wealth of knowledge, experience and passion from Richard in what he does. With a custom built, 28ft mobile equine trailer that is furnished to handle dental and other procedures, we bring to your doorstep specialty equipment created to provide the very best experience for everyone involved. We are equipped to accommodate the needs of any horse, anywhere!
Our Professionals
Get to know the man behind the mission! Here is a quick bio!
Richard Grist CEqD is a native of England but considers the U.S. home after living here for the last 30 years. He received his dental training originally in England at Hartpury College after being introduced to equine dentistry from his brother-in-law. Once he made the move to the states, he continued his education at the Academy of Equine Dentistry in Idaho and went on to start a private practice here in Florida in 2001. To date, Richard has completed over 100,000 equine dental procedures and still loves his work! He finds the challenge of correcting complicated dental issues rewarding and truly enjoys teaching his clients about the equine mouth and the benefits of routine care.
Personally, Richard is married and has four step -children who he enjoys spending time with. His hobbies include driving at both racetrack and auto cross events as well as working on his cars. Richard also enjoys design and fabrication and has built his own succession of dental trailers and tools. He and Terri have a home in Dade City where the office is located.
Richard can be reached at AdvEquineDentist@icloud.com
Chester W. Taylor III DVM
Chet Taylor joined the AED team in 2021 but has been in private 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 and after attending Pasco-Hernando Community College in 1975, went on the earn his Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Sciences in 1977 and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1982 from the University of Florida, Gainesville.
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. Taylor is an annual steer and pig buyer, a Friend of the Florida State 4-H and a supporter of the local high schools’ Future Farmers of America chapters. His vast experience provides strong direction to the veterinary components of our dental practice.
Rachel Witt DVM
Rachel Witt graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2011. She spent the past several years working at multiple racetracks throughout the eastern U.S. before coming to work with Advanced Equine Dentistry. Rachel enjoys travel, various outdoor activities, arts/crafts, and spoiling her geriatric horse Hobbitt. She is excited to meet all of our amazing clients and to help us assure they receive the best possible care!
Morgan Bosch DVM
March 17, 1990-November 15, 2021.
Dr. Morgan Bosch joined the staff of AED in November 2018. She was an enthusiastic and beloved member of our team. We miss her very much.
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