Dr. Lake, Founder, Owner, and your Veterinarian. He can’t wait to meet you!
Jacob has loved animals since he was very little and spent most of his childhood looking for toads and salamanders. But unlike many of his peers, he didn’t always know he was going to be a veterinarian.
Originally from Wauwatosa, WI, Jacob moved to the Madison area in 2011 to attend UW-Madison (he felt so at home, he’s never left). His passion for the critters of this planet (at one point including humans) led him to begin pursuing Biomedical Engineering. That quickly turned into Neurobiology, instead. Studying the complexities of the nervous system and brain led down a fortuitous path into research at the university and working with animal models of disease. After earning his bachelor’s degree, Jacob spent three years in a lab studying neurodegeneration in Parkinson Disease. Charged with caring for and training numerous rats during this venture, it was the personal bond Jacob established with each that awoke in him his love of animals once again. He applied to the veterinary school at UW-Madison and the rest was history.
Now a proud “double” Badger, Jacob, his wife Leah, and their dog Murphy are settled in Sun Prairie, WI. Jacob has been practicing companion animal medicine (dogs and cats) in the Madison area since he graduated in 2022. He is passionate about building quality relationships and connecting with animals throughout their lives. His interests in the field include dentistry, routine surgery, and end of life care. Jacob is a Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian. Outside of veterinary medicine, Jacob enjoys reading, biking, playing ukulele, and tending to the many plants overtaking his house.
Meet Megan Beedy, your passionate + skilled Veterinary Technician.
Megan has been working in veterinary medicine for seven years. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science from the University of Tennessee. Megan has gained valuable experience and has developed incredible skills working within research capacities and at UW’s veterinary hospital. She now finds herself in primary care, excited to build warm rapport and long-standing relationships with clients and their pets. Megan brings lightness and joy alongside her intentional care to every appointment. She has special interests in dentistry, and especially loves performing blood draws.
Megan has two sweet dogs, Oakley and Costa, a spunky hamster named Billie, and a stunning horse named Eskimo. Outside of work, you can find her relaxing with a puzzle, loving on her own pets, and embracing the barn life as she finds great peace while riding her horse. Animals have always been a huge part of Megan’s life, and she truly cannot imagine a world without them. The opportunity to work with them is a gift she does not take for granted.
Meet TJ Fox, your Certified Veterinary Technician, primarily supporting surgeries + procedures.
TJ has been a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) for 10 years. He earned an Associates degree in Applied Science from Madison College in 2015. When TJ first entered the field of veterinary medicine, he gained two valuable years of experience with cattle and horses. Since, he’s worked with companion animals; growing experience and skill set in the areas of wellness, reproduction, and special surgery. TJ is not only passionate, but incredibly competent with anesthesia and analgesia.
The passion flame does not dwindle for TJ outside of work. He derives great meaning and joy from quality time with his wife (also an amazing CVT!), son, and two rescue dogs. It is evident that TJ’s son looks up to his parents, as he can often be found nearby whenever they work with their dogs. TJ recharges from all things outdoors: hiking and hunting to sitting around the campfire.
Meet Leah Lake, Founder and Owner, the face of behind-the-scenes support.
Leah works primarily as a mental health therapist in Madison; however, she also serves here at Lake Mobile as Chief Marketer and Office Administrator. Leah’s professional background lends great understanding to the emotional highs and lows of pet parenting. She affirms and validates your complex human experience alongside healthcare for your pets. Leah is a firm believer in creating space for honoring suffering to fully embrace and experience the pleasure that is having pets. You’ll find Leah offering kind communication, sharing resources, networking, and being creative around here. Know that she’s gladly in your corner and happy to support (likely with Murph on her lap)!
Get to know Murphy.
Murphy Guster Lake is the handsome inspiration behind the logo of Lake Mobile. Murphy is a nine-year-old French bulldog who has an abundance of love to give and receive. Jacob and Leah are grateful to have him as their “soul dog,” and quite honestly, the center of their world. The idea of immortalizing Murphy in their clinic brings tears to their eyes and joy to their hearts. For Murphy, it brings many tail wags (well, for him, more like nub wiggles). While Murphy loves to be the main character in every storyline, he is so excited that love, care, and loads of treats can be shared with his local furry friends.