Meet Our Team
Dr. Tasha Yantis
Veterinarian Dr. Yantis grew up on her small family ranch in rural northern California where she developed a passion for the great outdoors, livestock, and small animals. She was very active in 4-H, sports, and showing Black Angus cattle nationally. Animal medicine was a natural choice as she received her Bachelor of Veterinary Science Degree from University of Nevada, Reno. Dr. Yantis continued her education at the University College Dublin, Ireland where she received her Veterinary Medicine Degree. Dr. Yantis is passionate about diagnostic imaging, preventative medicine, nutrition, emergency medicine and surgery. Dr. Yantis strives to continue growing and learning to stay up to date with the latest medicine.
She speaks fondly of her travels and living around the world as an active duty military spouse. Dr. Yantis and her husband Jarred have 2 children, 2 dogs “Nara” and “Grizz,” 1 cat “Tank,” and 5 chickens. When not at work, she loves everything outdoors, spending time with her family, gardening, working on their home, and cooking exotic foods from recipes collected during her travels.
Dr. Deborah Taylor
Veterinarian Dr. Deb Taylor attended Washington State University earning a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1991. Eight years of veterinary practice at Twin Lakes Veterinary Hospital in Federal Way followed until the purchase of Auburn South Veterinary Hospital in June 1999. Dr. Deb loves surgery, but is most satisfied by successful education of clients allowing for greater health, longevity and appropriate medical care for our fuzzy family members.
Drs. Kyle and Deb Taylor are proud WSU Cougars! They met at WSU during their pre-veterinary studies. They worked apart at different practices until they jointly purchased ASVH from its original founder Dr. Everett Bottemiller in June 1999. When not at the clinic their time is mostly taken up by ballroom dancing, camping and traveling.
Dr. Kyle Taylor
Veterinarian Dr. Kyle Taylor attended Washington State University earning his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1990. After graduating, he went on to work at River Road Animal Hospital in Puyallup until 1996. He then began providing veterinary relief services in the greater Puget Sound area until finding a place at Auburn South Veterinary Hospital. In June of 1999, Dr. Taylor and his wife, Dr. Deb Taylor, purchased the hospital. Although he enjoys all aspects of the profession, his focus is that of client interaction, compassionate care and acknowledgement of the human animal bond.
In his spare time, you will find Dr. Taylor enjoying the great outdoors with his wife and two sons, hiking and camping. His personal hobbies include wood working and home improvement projects. The Taylor's also share their home with 2 spoiled cats Viggo and Black Bart the Pirate.
Dr. Alicia Franson
VeterinarianDr. Franson has wanted to be a veterinarian since she was a little girl, and has been practicing medicine for over 30 years now. When she is not being a veterinarian she is at home playing with her goats and cat, reading books, speaking time with her family or involved in her church.
Jenni
ManagerJenni has been with our team since 2000. She is animal obsessed and adores her fur-children; Poodle, and her cats Milo and Mama. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, exploring the woods on her quads, camping, hiking, and hanging out with her cool friends!
Kathy
Veterinary TechnicianKatharine started here as a Veterinary Assistant, then went to PIMA Medical Institute and became a Licensed Veterinary Technician! She has loved animals since she was little and grew up with cats, hamsters and mice. She now has 4 cats: Monkey, Oliver, Daisy, & Nala. She enjoys cracking jokes at work and keeping everyone smiling and happy!
Majken
Veterinary TechnicianMajken is a 1997 graduate of the Pierce College Veterinary Technology Program, and has been in the vet field for over 25 years. Majken has known that she wanted to work with animals from a very young age. She has 2 adult daughters and 1 beautiful granddaughter who she adores. At home, she has a dog named Paisley and 2 cats, Brady and Clover.
Meredith
Veterinary AssistantMeredith worked for the Humane Society as a kennel technician before coming to join us as a veterinary assistant. She lives in Pacific with her husband Paul and their 2 precious dogs, Sophie and Ryder. Meredith loves to read and garden in her spare time.
Langdon
Veterinary Assistant/ReceptionistLangdon was a volunteer at an animal hospital when he was offered a full time position, and he has been trapped ever since. He has 3 fur babies at home, Fae, Maven and Umbreon.
Maycie
Veterinary AssistantMaycie has been a veterinary assistant here at Auburn South Vet Hospital since 2023. When she’s not working, she likes reading, going to concerts, crocheting, and exploring new places. She also loves to spend time with and cuddle her cat, Fig.
Domina
ReceptionistDomina was born and raised in western Washington and has been in the Veterinary field since 2002. In her free time, she likes to go to the beach, Mariners games, concerts, hiking, and spending time with her family, friends and 2 dogs. She LOVES sports and is always rooting for the home teams!
Ahtziri
ReceptionistAhtziri stumbled into the vet field by chance and has since fallen in love with the field. She has been working with animals for over 4 years now. Ahtziri has her own babies at home, a dog named Boji and a cat named Momo. She loves art, reading, exploring, playing video games and is currently enrolled in Highline College.
