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Burnt Fork Veterinary Clinic

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Burnt Fork Veterinary Clinic

Dr. Linda Kauffman and her team have been helping Bitterroot Valley pets and farm animals for over 20 years! Now offering payment plans through Cherry.

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https://pay.withcherry.com/burnt-fork-veterinary-clinic You are committed to your four-legged friend’s health and well-being, and so are we! The doctors and staff of Burnt Fork Veterinary clinic are skilled professionals who have the knowledge and expertise to assist you in the care of your animals. We are driven by a dedication to and a passion for animals

. We are sensitive to your needs, and value the human/animal bond. Burnt Fork Veterinary Clinic is a mixed-animal practice. This means we treat cats, dogs, and most ranch animals including horses, cattle, goats, sheep, llamas, alpacas, and pigs. Each member of our team–veterinarians, technicians and front office staff are deeply committed to providing exceptional care for your animals and professional, courteous service to you. So whether you have a dog who needs his regular vaccinations or a horse who needs his teeth floated, the team at Burnt Fork Veterinary clinic will take care of your animal’s health! BFVC was established to the Glory of God in 1998 by Dr Linda Kauffman and Barbara O’Bannon

08/11/2026

🎉 🥳 You're Invited! 🥳 🎉

📅 Join us from 12-3pm on Saturday, September 19th for our End of Summer Bash!

There will be:
• Family Activities
• Food & Refreshments
• Pet Adoptions
• Educational Booths & Demonstrations
• Door Prizes & Giveaways

Don't forget about the live presentation from , where you'll meet fascinating exotic animals while learning about wildlife from expert educators. There is limited availability, so call 406-777-3844 to reserve your spot today!

08/04/2026

To show our appreciation of our amazing clients and community, Burnt Fork Veterinary Clinic is hosting an End of Summer Bash, and we'd love to see you there!

Whether you're a longtime client or have been meaning to stop by, bring the whole family and join us for an afternoon of fun.

📅 Save the Date 📅
Saturday, September 19th from 12-3PM

There will be a live presentation from , where you'll meet fascinating exotic animals while learning about wildlife from expert educators. There is limited availability, so call 406-777-3844 to reserve your spot today!

More exciting details coming soon!

07/31/2026

Khoco wanted to wish you a ! 😻 Isn’t she just the cutest kitty you’ve ever seen?! We think so!

Hope everybody has a great weekend!

07/28/2026

🔥🌲🐶🐱 Wildfire Smoke & Animals 🐴🐄🌲🔥

Has the recent air quality been affecting you? Chances are it's affecting your pets and livestock as well. Continue reading below to learn what precautions you can take to keep your animals safe.

⚠️ Signs of possible smoke or dust irritation in animals:
• Coughing or gagging
• Difficulty breathing, including open mouth breathing and increased noise when breathing
• Eye irritation and excessive watering
• Inflammation of throat or mouth
• Nasal discharge
• Asthma-like symptoms
• Increased breathing rate
• Fatigue or weakness
• Disorientation or stumbling
• Reduced appetite and/or thirst

❓ "How can I protect my animals from the affects of wildfire smoke?"

🐶🐱 Pets:
• Keep pets indoors as much as possible, and keep your windows shut.
• Let dogs and cats outside only for brief bathroom breaks if air quality alerts are in effect.
• Avoid intense outdoor exercise during periods of poor air quality. Exercise pets when dust and smoke has settled.

🐴🐄 Livestock:
• Limit exercise when smoke is visible. Especially don’t require animals to perform activities that substantively increase airflow into and out of the lungs.
• Provide plenty of fresh water near feeding areas.
• Limit dust exposure by feeding low-dust or dust-free feeds and sprinkling or misting the livestock holding area.
• Plan to give livestock 4 to 6 weeks to recuperate after the air quality returns to normal. Attempting to handle, move, or transport livestock may delay healing and compromise your animals’ performance.
• Good barn and field maintenance can reduce fire danger for horses and other livestock. Make sure barns and other structures are stable, promptly remove dead trees, clear away brush, and maintain a defensible space around structures.

🚨 It is always a good idea to have an evacuation plan in place and supplies at the ready. ALWAYS include your animals in your evacuation plan - please don't leave them behind.

This information is adapted from guidance provided by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). For more wildfire smoke safety tips for pets and livestock, visit the links below.

🔗 https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/emergencycare/wildfire-smoke-and-animals
🔗 https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/emergency-care/pets-and-disasters
🔗 https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/emergency-care/large-animals-and-livestock-disasters

07/27/2026

Maeve wasn’t so sure about the pup-arazzi, but she was just too sweet not to get a picture 📸🐶

This sweet little thing did so well at her first vet appointment with Dr. Bull!

07/21/2026

‼️🐴🐮🐑🐐 Large Animal Service Update 🐐🐑🐮🐴‼️

Due to a transition in our veterinary team, Burnt Fork Veterinary Clinic will not have a large animal veterinarian available from August 15 through August 31, 2026. During this time, we will be unable to provide large animal appointments or emergency services.

If your animals are due for routine care, herd health work, health certificates, or other non-urgent services, we encourage you to schedule your appointment before August 15.

Dr. Damby will resume providing large animal services beginning in September.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through this transition. Thank you for trusting Burnt Fork Veterinary Clinic with the care of your animals.

-The BFVC Staff

07/17/2026

🌞🐴 Hot Weather Tips for Livestock & Horses 🐄🐐🐓

We talked about hot weather tips for our smaller animal friends yesterday, but what about our larger companions? The summer heat isn't just hard on us—it can also take a toll on livestock, horses, and other farm animals. A few simple steps can go a long way in helping your animals stay comfortable and healthy during hot weather.

☀️ Provide Plenty of Shade
Make sure your animals have access to shade throughout the day to escape the direct sun.

💧 Fresh, Cool Water
Always provide plenty of clean, cool water. If possible, refresh water twice a day to help keep it cool and encourage drinking.

🌬️ Increase Airflow
Fans can help improve air circulation in barns, coops, and shelters, making it easier for animals to stay cool.

✂️ Shear Wool Breeds
Shearing sheep and other wool-producing breeds helps reduce heat stress during the hottest months.

🐎 Avoid Midday Activity
Schedule riding, training, hauling, and other work during the early morning or late evening when temperatures are cooler. Avoid exercising or working livestock during the hottest part of the day.

🌡️ Keeping your animals cool during extreme heat can help prevent heat stress and keep them healthy all summer long. Stay safe, stay hydrated, and don't forget to check on your animals frequently during heat waves!

07/16/2026

🌡☀️Hot Weather Tips for Pets☀️🌡

With the summer heat arriving in full force again this weekend, we wanted to share a few important tips to help keep your pets safe and cool.

🦮🚶‍♂️Hot Pavement
Walking on hot pavement can cause severe burns to your dog’s paw pads. If the sidewalk is too hot for you to walk barefoot, it's too hot for their bare paws!

💡Pro Tips:
• Place the back of your hand on the pavement for 7 seconds. If you can’t keep your hand there that entire time, it’s too hot for your dog to walk on.
• If you have to take them out during the hotter parts of the day, protect their paws by walking them on grass and other surfaces that are likely to be cooler than the streets and sidewalks, and keep these mid-day trips short.

🥵🔥Heat Stroke
Heat stroke is a serious, life-threatening condition that can affect pets quickly—especially dogs and cats with short noses, thick coats, or underlying health issues.

⚠️Signs to look for:
• Excessive panting or drooling
• Red or pale gums
• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Lethargy or collapse
• Disorientation or uncoordinated movement
• Rapid heartbeat

‼️🚘Never leave your pets in a parked vehicle. Temperatures inside can rise almost 20º in just 10 minutes. Keep your pets safe - just leave them home.

🚰Remember to provide plenty of fresh water, access to shade or air conditioning, and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest parts of the day.

If you think your pet may be suffering from heat stroke, move them to a cool area, offer small amounts of cool (not ice-cold) water, and contact your veterinarian immediately. Heat stroke is a medical emergency, and prompt treatment can save lives.

Stay safe, stay cool, and enjoy the rest of your summer! 🐾❤️

07/15/2026

🌾 Remember that cheatgrass post from last week?

Meet Dr. Damby’s patient, Koriand’r. She came to see us today because she was holding her eye shut and there was some goop in it. Turns out that goop wasn’t the only thing in there! After some applying a numbing agent, Dr. Damby was able to fish out a pesky cheatgrass seed. That has to feel so much better, don’t you think??

The most common places we pull these little seeds out of include:
👃 Noses
👂 Ears
👁️ Eyes
🐾 In between toes

Keep YOUR eyes peeled for any discomfort your pup may be experiencing after a good frolic in the field.

07/14/2026

🐮🐄 Today is Cow Appreciation Day! 🐄🐮

Do you have a herd of your own? Or just love cows? Post photos of them in the comment section!

Address

3682 Eastside Highway
Stevensville, MT
59870

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 2pm

Telephone

+14067773844

Website

http://www.burntforkvet.com/

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