Veterinarian Overview
Dr. Ruth Adams was born and raised in Antioch, CA where she obtained her first experiences in the veterinary field as a teenager. She attended DVC initially then transferred to UC Davis, graduating in 1983 with a BS in Zoology. She worked at local veterinary hospitals during her undergraduate and veterinary training, graduating in 1987, also from UC Davis. She has been practicing veterinary medicine in the East Bay for 25 years. Since graduating Dr. Adams has developed special interests in small mammals (ferrets, rabbits, rats, guinea pigs and hamsters), reptiles, amphibians and birds. She has particular interest and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the Shar Pei dog and in small animal dentistry. She is a member of the Association of Avian Veterinarians, Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians, Association of Amphibian and Reptile Veterinarians, Shar Pei Club of America, and the American Ferret Association.
