Performance Equine Specialists LLC

Performance Equine Specialists LLC ....Dedicating Knowledge & Experience to the Equine Athlete... www.performanceequinedvm.com 406-599-9423 Dr. Ellis Farstvedt

Performance Equine Specialists is dedicated to providing knowledge and experience to the equine athlete and their riders. Dr. Ellis Farstvedt is a nationally recognized boarded Equine Surgeon specializing in Lameness and Orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation. He has provided surgical services to clients from Alaska to Arizona and everywhere in between. Dr. Mandi Holland is a certified veterinary a

cupuncturist and specializes in equine sports medicine. Her background has always been with the performance horse and was boosted by her 3 years of experience on the Race Track at Turf Paradise in Phoenix, AZ. The husband and wife duo compliment each other by bringing a different piece of the puzzle together for the equine athlete.

📍Montana clients: Dr. Ellis will be working at our Red Lodge location on March 25th and March 26th! 🔵 Limited appointmen...
03/14/2026

📍Montana clients: Dr. Ellis will be working at our Red Lodge location on March 25th and March 26th!

🔵 Limited appointments available!

📲 Call or text Abby @ 406-599-9423 to get on the schedule.

📍Prescott, AZ! Dr. Schmidt will be seeing appointments on March 19th. 📲 Call or text us @ 406-599-9423 to get on his sch...
03/08/2026

📍Prescott, AZ! Dr. Schmidt will be seeing appointments on March 19th.

📲 Call or text us @ 406-599-9423 to get on his schedule.

Come see Dr. Ellis’ seminar today at the Art of the Cowgirl! You might just leave with more knowledge and a new tail bag...
02/26/2026

Come see Dr. Ellis’ seminar today at the Art of the Cowgirl! You might just leave with more knowledge and a new tail bag!

Dr. Ellis will be doing a seminar on lameness at the Art of the Cowgirl this afternoon starting at 1 o’clock! Come join ...
02/24/2026

Dr. Ellis will be doing a seminar on lameness at the Art of the Cowgirl this afternoon starting at 1 o’clock! Come join us. 🙂

02/16/2026

We’re proud to share this commercial and the heart behind what we do. It’s about commitment, care, and showing up for the horses and people who trust us every day.

Whether we’re in the arena, on the ranch, or behind the scenes — excellence matters.

Take a minute to watch and let us know what you think ⬇️

🔥 We are proudly cheering on Reyzin The Boon 18 and Travis Young as they step into the show pen at the World’s Greatest ...
02/14/2026

🔥 We are proudly cheering on Reyzin The Boon 18 and Travis Young as they step into the show pen at the World’s Greatest Horseman! 💪🐴

Huge congratulations to Jesperson Horses on owning such an exceptional athlete!
We’ll be watching and cheering every run. Best of luck in Fort Worth!🔥

02/11/2026

It’s Title Fights time at Rancho Rio! 💥🐎

The level of competition is high, and so is our commitment to keeping your horses feeling their absolute best. Performance Equine Specialists is on-site and ready to support your equine athletes throughout the week.

Let’s make sure your horse walks into the arena confident, comfortable, and ready to win.

See you at Rancho Rio!

Our next introduction is Dr. Mandi Holland!Dr. Holland and her husband Dr. Ellis are the current owners of Beartooth Ani...
02/07/2026

Our next introduction is Dr. Mandi Holland!

Dr. Holland and her husband Dr. Ellis are the current owners of Beartooth Animal Hospital. A 2004 veterinary graduate from Colorado State University, Dr. Holland began her career at San Luis Rey Equine Hospital in Bonsal, CA then transitioned to Turf Paradise Racetrack in Phoenix AZ where she joined Dr. Mark Anderson’s practice.

Dr. Holland has since worked in every aspect of racetrack practice but particularly enjoys lameness, treatment of performance limiting conditions, and advocating for the horse. While in Montana, Dr. Holland compliments our practice in Red Lodge with her compassion for helping small animals as well as continuing her equine work.

Dr. Holland’s community involvement is rooted in her lifelong enthusiasm for rodeo. She is an alumni of the Montana State University Rodeo Team (96-00) and represented our state as Miss Rodeo Montana in 2000. Dr. Holland continues to serve in the rodeo community as a board member for youth rodeo (Tomorrow’s Rodeo Champions), she is the Royalty Director for the Red Lodge Home of Champions Rodeo, and competes as a breakaway roper.

🐎 Why Joint Injection Aftercare Matters 🩺Joint injections can be a powerful tool to keep performance horses comfortable ...
02/04/2026

🐎 Why Joint Injection Aftercare Matters 🩺

Joint injections can be a powerful tool to keep performance horses comfortable and competing at their best — but what happens after the injection is just as important as the procedure itself.

✔️ Proper aftercare helps reduce the risk of infection
✔️ Allows medication to work effectively inside the joint
✔️ Supports a smoother, safer return to work
✔️ Protects your horse’s long-term soundness

Skipping rest time, returning to work too quickly, or ignoring post-injection instructions can undo the benefits — and in some cases, lead to serious complications.

At Performance Equine Specialists, we take the time to guide every client through clear aftercare instructions because your horse’s health doesn’t stop when the appointment ends.

📞 Have questions about joint injections or recovery timelines? We’re always happy to help — just ask. 406-599-9423.

Not all of us are tough enough to live in Arizona year round, but Dr. 𝑴𝒂𝒙 𝑺𝒄𝒉𝒎𝒊𝒅𝒕 is!Dr. Max Schmidt is an equine sports...
01/30/2026

Not all of us are tough enough to live in Arizona year round, but Dr. 𝑴𝒂𝒙 𝑺𝒄𝒉𝒎𝒊𝒅𝒕 is!

Dr. Max Schmidt is an equine sports medicine veterinarian with a lifelong foundation in horsemanship. He grew up working with horses, learning the craft of farriery early on—knowledge he now integrates into customized performance shoeing packages to enhance athletic ability and prevent injury.

Dr. Schmidt completed his undergraduate studies at Oregon State University before earning his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Midwestern University in 2021. His practice focuses on optimizing performance, diagnosing and treating lameness, and keeping sport horses competing at their best.

Outside of his veterinary work, Max is outdoors every chance he gets—taking his boat to the lake, riding enduro single-track on his dirt bike, and enjoying anything that gets him outside and moving.

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35844 N. 16th Street
Phoenix, AZ
85086

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(406) 599-9423

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