Is it true that dogs with cryptochidism have a higher incidence of developing testicular cancer later in life? At what age is it recommended that the retained testicle be removed?

Dr. Clarke, a Tampa native, earned his Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation and his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Florida in 2006 and 2010, respectively. He joined Tampa Bay Vets at Pebble Creek Animal Hospital in 2012 and helped bring All Creatures Animal Hospital into the Tampa Bay Vets family in 2017.

Dr. Clarke is board certified in Canine and Feline Practice by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, with professional interests that span internal medicine, oncology, and endoscopy. He holds a certification in flexible endoscopy from the University of Georgia and is certified in PennHIP imaging for hip dysplasia detection. Additionally, he has earned his Cat Friendly Veterinarian and Human-Animal Bond certifications through the American Association of Feline Practitioners and the Human Animal Bond Research Institute, and is a Fear Free certified veterinarian.

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Clarke serves as the Vice President of the American Animal Hospital Association for 2024-2025 and is actively involved in committees for the American Veterinary Medical Association and Hillsborough County, Florida.

Dr. Clarke and his wife, Kim, are proud parents to their son, Hudson, and share their home with two Standard Poodles, Charlie and Stella, an Irish Setter, Emma Rose, and a lively cat, Monamie. In his free time, he enjoys equestrian activities, backpacking, cheering on the Lightning hockey team and Gator football, and, most importantly, spending quality time with his family.