Dr. Steven R. Baker – DVM

Dr. Steven R. Baker is a founding partner of Habitat Veterinary Hospital. Throughout his career, he earned the trust of generations of pet owners in the Boise community through his deep compassion and unwavering dedication to veterinary medicine. Known for always going the extra mile, he built lasting relationships with the people and pets who depended on him.

After studying at the University of Montana and the University of Maine, Dr. Baker earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Colorado State University in 1995. Before practicing veterinary medicine full time, he spent 18 years as a smokejumper in Washington, Alaska, and Idaho, an experience that shaped the calm, steady presence he brought to Habitat every day.

In September 2024, Dr. Baker experienced a life-changing stroke. While he is not currently seeing patients, he approaches rehabilitation with the same determination that has defined his life. Every day, he works toward returning not only to Habitat and the profession he loves, but also to the music, adventure, and active life that have always kept his spirit strong.

Dr. Baker and his wife, Mary Ann, share life with their daughter, Michael Caroline, now a young adult, and their beloved pudelpointer, Franklin, whose goofy, lovable personality continues to bring joy to the family every day.