Our Team

Dr. Jonathan Blake, DVM

Veterinarian

Dr. Jonathan Blake is proud to serve the community in which he was raised. As a 3rd generation native of the Dade City area, Dr. Blake graduated from Pasco High School in 1990. After graduating from the University of West Florida in 1995, Dr. Blake began graduate studies in Veterinary Pathology at the University of Florida. Upon obtaining a Master of Science Degree in 1997, and a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2001, Dr Blake moved back to Dade City where he re-established ties within the community.

Following six years of small animal practice as an Associate Veterinarian at San Antonio Animal Hospital, Dr. Blake purchased Town and Country Animal Clinic from retiring veterinarian Dr. William R Moore. Its central location, modest size and 35-year history were ideally suited for Dr. Blake’s vision of a traditional-style neighborhood veterinary practice. Re-opened under the new name of Blake Veterinary Hospital in 2007, the practice grew remarkably while maintaining its character and primary focus as a small, family veterinary practice.

Dr. Rodrigo Machado, MV

Cardiologist

Dr. Rodrigo Machado is a recent transplant from Brazil. After receiving his veterinary degree at Fead University – Brazil in 2007, Dr. Machado went on to obtain his post-graduate degree in Clinical Medicine and Surgery for Small Animals at the Federal University of Lavras – Brazil in 2009, and went on to pursue a Specialty in Cardiology at Anclivepa – Brazil in 2016.

“Veterinary cardiology is a field I developed a deep interest in due to the complexity of the cardiovascular system and its direct impact on animal health. I have always been fascinated by the challenge of diagnosing and treating heart disease, offering animals a better quality of life. My decision to pursue this career was further strengthened by my personal experience with my late pet, Juventino, a Dogue de Bordeaux. He was a constant inspiration to delve deeper into cardiac care; I’m always seeking new forms of treatment and prevention to help secure the pets’ bond with their owners for a fuller, longer life.”