Bridger Veterinary Specialists & Emergency

06/02/2026

🦷🐾 We're proud to share that our veterinary dentist, Dr. Matt Evans, was recently featured in Outside Bozeman magazine!

In his article, "Bite Me," Dr. Evans discusses a common but often preventable problem: dental injuries in dogs. From broken teeth caused by sticks and hard chews to tooth wear from abrasive fetch toys, many oral injuries can be avoided with the right choices and a little awareness.

As pet owners, we all want our dogs to enjoy their favorite activities safely. Dr. Evans shares practical tips on selecting safer toys and chews that help protect your dog's teeth while still keeping them active and engaged.

Congratulations to Dr. Evans on this publication and for helping educate our community about protecting our pets' oral health!

📖 Read the article here:

Safer chew-toys for dogs. Bozeman is a wonderful place to live if you’re a dog—or a dog owner.

05/28/2026

🐾 Join us this Sunday, May 31st at 3:00 PM at The Ellen Theatre in Bozeman for a special showing of Because of Winn-Dixie! 🎬🐶

This heartwarming family film celebrates friendship, community, and the special bond we share with our pets. We hope to see you there for an afternoon of fun and a great movie! ❤️

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05/23/2026

We’ll be OPEN all weekend and on Memorial Day for emergency services to help care for your pets when they need us most. ❤️🐾

As we enjoy the holiday weekend, we also pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

And please enjoy this special collage of our incredible blood donor pets 🩸🐶

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend from all of us at BVS.

05/21/2026

🐾 Sebastian’s Success Story 🐾

Sebastian, a 7-year-old cat, was hospitalized at BVS from 3/9/26–3/18/26 for severe refeeding syndrome. During his hospitalization, he required intensive supportive care and close monitoring as he fought through a very critical condition.

Since discharge, Sebastian’s incredibly dedicated owner, Jameson, has driven nearly 5 hours every two weeks for follow-up appointments over the past two months to ensure Sebastian continued to recover and thrive.

Today, we are so happy to share that Sebastian has made a complete recovery and has officially graduated from care at BVS! 🎉🐱

One of these photos features Sebastian with our Criticalist, Dr. Chele Lathroum, who helped oversee his care throughout his recovery journey. 💙

Cases like Sebastian’s are a wonderful reminder of what can be accomplished through dedicated medical care, patience, and teamwork throughout the recovery process.

YAY Sebastian! 💙

05/07/2026

🐾 Tucker’s Incredible Comeback Story 🐾

Tucker, a 7-year-old neutered male Australian Shepherd, was brought to Bridger Emergency Department in late November 2025 for coughing and lethargy while visiting Montana with his family.

On presentation, Tucker had a dry cough and increased lung sounds. Chest radiographs revealed fluid in his lungs, which can be consistent with pneumonia or bleeding. Given his recent stay in an Airbnb, worsening symptoms, and lack of fever, our team pursued coagulation testing to rule out a bleeding disorder.

The results showed severely elevated clotting times, strongly suggesting anticoagulant rodenticide toxicity—a life-threatening condition causing internal bleeding.

Shortly after arrival, Tucker went into respiratory and cardiac arrest. Our ER team performed CPR and successfully resuscitated him. He was started immediately on:

-Plasma transfusions to replace clotting factors
-Vitamin K (the antidote to anticoagulant rodenticides)
-Oxygen therapy for his lungs

Despite these efforts, Tucker suffered brain damage due to low oxygen levels and blood loss. He began having seizures and was minimally responsive. To give him the best chance at recovery, he was:

-Placed on anti-seizure medications
-Supported with oxygen therapy
-Given a feeding tube
-Put into a medically induced coma to allow his brain time to heal

Over the next two weeks, Tucker slowly began to improve. The seizures stopped. He became more aware. He started eating on his own again. With support, he could move his legs and even begin walking using a wheelchair.

He was ultimately stable enough to go home to Minnesota with his family for continued care.

❤️ And this is where the story gets even better…

By Christmas, Tucker was:

-Walking unassisted
-Interacting with his family again
-Reconnecting with his devoted dog sister, Maggie (who never left his side!)

Today, Tucker is living life to the fullest—running, hiking in the woods, enjoying good food, and spending time with the people (and pup) who love him most.

✨ Tucker’s journey is a powerful reminder of the brain’s incredible ability to heal when given time, support, and care.

We are so grateful to have been part of his story. 💙🐶

04/28/2026

What an incredible weekend spent alongside our referring veterinary community! We were honored to host a group of passionate professionals for a few days centered around education, collaboration, and connection.

The conversations, shared experiences, and collective commitment to advancing veterinary medicine made this time truly special. It’s always inspiring to step away from the day-to-day and invest in learning together.

We are deeply appreciative of our referral partners—your trust, collaboration, and dedication allow us to provide the highest level of care for our shared patients.

04/27/2026

Sometimes the hardest part of emergency care isn’t knowing what to do—it’s knowing a family may not be able to afford it.

At Bridger Veterinary Specialists, we partner with the myBalto Foundation, an Angel Fund that helps cover the cost of urgent, life-saving care for pets when families are facing financial hardship.

Join us for Gallatin Valley Give Big
🗓️ April 30, 6 PM – May 1, 6 PM

Your support helps make care possible when it’s needed most. 🐾💙

04/24/2026

Happy Veterinary Receptionist Week, Jerzee! 🐾

Jerzee is from Three Forks, MT and has been part of the BVS team for about 2 ½ years. She recently stepped into a new role as an ER/ICU assistant, and we love seeing her continue to grow and take on new challenges!

When she’s not at work, Jerzee enjoys working cows, spending time with her horse Martini, and traveling with friends. She also has a miniature dachshund, Wi******er, who’s always ready to tag along on her adventures 🐶

Jerzee’s hardworking nature and positive attitude make her such a valued member of our team. Thank you, Jerzee, for everything you do—we appreciate you! 💙

04/24/2026

Happy Veterinary Receptionist Week, Ava! 🐾

Ava joined Bridger Veterinary Specialists in June 2025 as a Customer Service Representative, and we’re so glad to have her on the team! Originally from Alaska, she loves exploring Montana’s natural beauty with her Irish setter, Ellie, and spending time at home with her cat, Eli 🐶🐱

Ava finds true fulfillment in working with animals and their people, and it shows in the care and compassion she brings to every interaction. She values being part of each patient’s journey and helping provide comfort and support during every visit.

Thank you, Ava, for your kindness, dedication, and the heart you bring to our team—we appreciate you! 💙

04/23/2026

Happy Veterinary Receptionist Week, Tina! 🐾

Tina has been part of our ER team for the past two years and truly thrives in the fast-paced, supportive environment. Her passion for animals shines through in everything she does—her pets mean the world to her, and that care extends to every patient and client she interacts with.

Outside of work, Tina enjoys spending time with her daughters and granddaughter, hiking, cooking, and tending to her garden 🌿 She believes a positive attitude and a little humor can go a long way, and she brings both to our team every day.

One day, Tina hopes to explore historic sites across Europe—a dream we love! ✈️

Thank you, Tina, for your kindness, energy, and dedication—we appreciate you! 💙