Beartooth Animal Hospital
Trusted veterinary care in Red Lodge, Montana for pets and horses.
Your Community Veterinary Hospital
At Beartooth Animal Hospital, we care for animals great and small with skill, honesty, and heart. What began as a referral surgery practice has grown into a full-service small animal and equine care center serving Red Lodge and the surrounding communities.
“We started with very minimal supplies and materials. Now we have pretty much high-end, state-of-the-art everything.”
Dr. Ellis Farstvedt
Compassion, Experience, and Integrity
From day one, Dr. Ellis and his wife, Dr. Mandi Holland, built their practice around a simple principle: tell the truth and do right by every patient. Their approach is hands-on and heartfelt, combining advanced medicine with practical experience earned from decades of large and small animal work.
“We’re a practice that centers a lot of effort on obtaining the proper diagnosis. That’s what sets us apart.”
Dr. Ellis Farstvedt
The Beartooth team includes a board-certified surgeon, small and large animal veterinarians, and skilled technicians who share the same commitment to careful diagnosis and honest communication. Whether it is a family pet or a working horse, clients can expect a thorough, thoughtful plan of care every time.
Services at Beartooth
From preventive care to advanced procedures, our team provides comprehensive services for small animals and horses.
Learn more about what we offer on our Services page.
Advanced Medicine, Local Heart
Modern technology meets Montana roots here. Beartooth Animal Hospital is equipped for laser therapy, dermatology light treatments, CO₂ surgical lasers, and laparoscopy. Yet the spirit of the practice remains personal and grounded in community.
“Sometimes the veterinarian has to be the one that stands up for the horse and says, here’s what happened. We just tell the truth and deal with the consequences.”
Dr. Ellis Farstvedt
Beartooth Animal Hospital continues to serve as a trusted partner for pet owners, ranchers, and equine athletes alike. With experience that spans from the racetrack to the Red Lodge hills, the team is here to keep your animals healthy for the long run.
(See more on our About page or Meet Our Team.)

























