Dr. Britt Mills, DVM
Dr. Mills has been practicing veterinary medicine in BC for 29 years. She graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 1989 and spent 13 years running an equine practice in Northern BC.
She developed an interest in holistic medicine and completed a certification course in veterinary acupuncture with the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society in 1997. Since then she has completed many courses in spinal manipulation, cranio- sacral therapy, nutrition and herbal therapy. She is passionate about integrative and complementary medicine and improving the well-being of animals by using the best of allopathic and holistic medicine.
Dr. Mills spent many years riding and training dressage horses and obtained level 2 coaching certification with Equine Canada. She has 3 wonderful children, and currently resides in Armstrong with her partner, Joe, and 2 beautiful dogs. Her hobbies are hiking with the dogs, cooking gourmet meals, and scuba diving.
Dr. Evany Forrest, DVM
Dr. Forrest graduated from the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in 2020, after completing her degree with an extra focus on equine medicine. During her final year of veterinary school, she had the privilege of working at multiple equine referral and reproductive practices throughout Alberta to further her equine knowledge and skill. Dr. Forrest spent 2 years working on small and large animals at a wonderful general care and emergency clinic in northern BC before joining the Mills Vet team in 2022. She enjoys small animal surgery and dentistry in addition to her equine passion.
Dr. Forrest has completed certification in Veterinary Spinal Manipulative Therapy and participated in additional training in equine dentistry techniques. In 2023, Dr. Forrest successfully completed her Certified Veterinary Acupuncture exams through the Chi Institute. She recognizes the value of combining integrative therapies into traditional veterinary medicine and is excited to join Dr. Mills in providing excellent holistic care. She has a lifelong goal to support people in providing the best quality care for their animals, and is eager to help tailor that care to each individual’s needs.
Dr. Forrest grew up in the Okanagan participating in 3-day eventing and the Armstrong Pony Club. She is happy to be back in her hometown where she is involved in the local horse community, as well as able to pursue her other hobbies which include hiking with her dog Jet, skiing, boating and scuba diving.
We’re excited to meet you
We at Mills Vet want to give you the highest level of care possible. We care deeply about your companion’s health, and strive to show you the same compassion as we feel towards our own animals. Welcome to the Mills Vet family.
Fran
Fran came to join the Mills Vet team after moving up to Armstrong. She quickly clicked-in with the team, offering her expertise as a retired vet tech and came on in a supporting capacity. She played an integral role in success of one of our SPCA cases, even rescuing a pregnant mare! We love her curiosity and desire to learn.
Fran has 20 years experience in the vet field. Our team values her immense competence from working in emergency clinics and with X rays and ultrasound equipment. Fran's expertise in imaging has been instrumental in helping us out with our new state of the art digital x ray machine for both portable and in clinic use.
In her spare time, Fran can be found looking after her rescue horses Rumor and Bogie, and enjoying her beautiful boxer, Raven! She has a passion for customer service and we are extremely grateful for the technical skills she brings to our clinic.
Deb
Deb joined our team May 2022, she has been a crucial part of our care team. Deb holds an Animal Health Degree from Olds College and she is a Registered Veterinary Technician. Deb’s medical interests are anesthesia and analgesia, which makes her an even more important part of our team, as she monitors our patients for surgery.
Deb grew up in Clearwater BC, near Wells Gray Provincial Park. Deb has a love for waterfalls as well as travelling. Although she has lived in many places, BC has always been home to her. Outside of work Deb is involved in equestrian events, which is her passion. She also enjoys swimming, kayaking and cooking.
Designated Office Greeters (D.O.G.s)
Our Mills Vet Designated Office Greeters (D.O.G.s) take their jobs very seriously when it comes to welcoming their four-legged friends in to our clinic. With woofs and wags, they want to make sure that everyone feels the love. We joke that we are the only veterinary clinic that has claw marks on the outside of the door, from dogs eager to come in and enjoy their treatment!
