St. Francis Pet Hospital

Darby, MT

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
On-site parking
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Common Sense Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Thomas Parell (also known to his clients as "Doc Tom") established his first of four successful veterinary practices in 1993. After nearly 20 years in the Bitteroot Valley, he saw a need for additional, local veterinary care and, together with his wife, opened our Darby location in 2019 with plans to serve the community from small to large animals

Mission — To help you experience the miracle & unconditional love of your pet to the fullest extent & for the longest period of time

Team at a glance

5
Veterinarians (DVM)

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

X-RaysUltrasoundsIn-House LabTelemedicine

Services in detail

LivestockUrgent Care & TelemedicineHouse PetsCows, Horses, Goats, and more!Haul-In Exams and TreatmentFarm Calls (based on availability)Cats, Dogs, Rabbits, and more!Routine Wellness ExamsSick Pet ExamsAnnual & Lifestyle VaccinationsSpays and NeutersRoutine and Specialty SurgeryX-Rays (Full Body & Dental)Dental CleaningsIn-House LabNail TrimsPet Food, Preventatives, TreatsX-RaysUltrasoundsBloodworkOperationsChronic DiseaseAllergiesVideo Consultation

Memberships

Indiana Veterinary Medical Association (IVMA)American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)Montana Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA)

Appointments & hours

Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 6:00pm; Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm; Saturday: 9:00am–12:00pm; Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

What services does St. Francis Pet Hospital offer?+

St. Francis Pet Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was St. Francis Pet Hospital established?+

St. Francis Pet Hospital has served the Darby, MT community since 2019.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 139 reviews

St. Francis Pet Hospital in Darby, Montana, is widely appreciated for providing compassionate, thorough, and high-quality veterinary care. The dedicated team is known for taking their time during appointments, addressing questions fully, and accommodating urgent needs on short notice. Clients frequently highlight the welcoming atmosphere, gentle handling of anxious pets, fair pricing, and supportive end-of-life care.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

Now hiring

1 open role
· pay listed
1 Support & front-of-house

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  • Hiring & expansion signals
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.