About Us

 
Box Elder Veterinary Clinic is the Black Hills’ premier vet clinic for both large and small animal healthcare. Our team is dedicated to providing your animal with the highest level of care in a clean and compassionate environment while ensuring you leave our facility with the knowledge to continue this care.
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​Meet Dr. Dustin Ahrendt

Dr. Dustin Ahrendt grew up with a passion for animals. Knowing he wanted to devote his life to their care, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from South Dakota State University, and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State in 2016.

Dr. Dustin has provided the highest quality of veterinary care to both large and small animals, including emergency medical treatment. Having devoted the majority of his time to emergency medicine, he has seen, diagnosed, and treated many complex diseases and injuries; Dr. Ahrendt is dedicated to helping their owners understand them when these situations arise.

​In his spare time, Dr. Ahrendt enjoys cheering on the Minnesota Twins and Vikings as well as spending time with his dog Blaze.