Dr. Blake Root

Dr. Blake Root is a veterinarian at Brookfield Animal Hospital with a passion for caring for animals of all shapes, sizes, and species! He earned his Bachelor of Science in Animal Science with a minor in Animal Ecology from Iowa State University in 2019 before receiving his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Wisconsin in 2023. He is also a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).

Dr. Root has a special interest in exotic animal medicine, particularly caring for reptiles, amphibians, rabbits, rodents, parrots, and backyard poultry. He also enjoys veterinary surgery and is passionate about providing high-quality, compassionate care to every patient he meets.

Outside of the hospital, Dr. Root is a devoted Milwaukee Brewers fan and enjoys staying active by playing recreational softball, soccer, and basketball. He also loves smoking meats and spending time with his fiancée and their impressive crew of 11 pets! Their furry and scaly family includes one dog, Wendell; three cats, Berlioz, Ellie, and Tink; and seven reptiles, including a bearded dragon, snakes, tortoises, and geckos.

Dr. Root looks forward to getting to know you and your pets at Brookfield Animal Hospital!