Blake was born and raised in Chino Valley, Arizona, then attended Colorado State University, graduating with a degree in Animal Science in 2012, and a DVM in 2016. He moved to North Dakota after graduation, and began working at New Salem Veterinary Clinic. He is part owner and his professional interests include bovine reproduction, large animal surgery and medicine, and small animal surgery. Blake enjoys the outdoors, including hunting pheasants, ducks, deer, and elk. He is an avid CSU football fan, and enjoys spending time and hunting with his wife.