We’re Here When You Need Us
If you are facing this difficult decision, our team is here to support you with compassion and without judgment.
Clinic Hours: Monday to Saturday 8:00am to 6:00pm. Sunday 8:00am to 2:00pm (limited hours).
Compassionate Euthanasia Services
A Gentle Goodbye, With The Team Who Knows Your Pet
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest things a family will ever face. At Franklin Animal Clinic, we are now proud to offer euthanasia services in-house, so your pet can be cared for by the same compassionate team who has known them and loved them along the way.
Why Choose In-House Euthanasia
Familiar faces and a familiar place. Many of our patients have been with us for years. Staying with a team your pet already knows can make this time calmer for them and more comforting for you. Not rushed and private. We will give you the time you need. We will never rush your family, and you will have a quiet, private space to say goodbye in your own way.
Gentle For Your Pet
Our veterinarians focus on keeping your pet relaxed and pain-free. We will explain each step ahead of time, so you know what to expect. Support for the whole family. Whether you are by your pet’s side or prefer to step out, we respect what feels right for you.
What to Expect
- Reach out. Call us at 317-736-9246 to talk with our team. We can answer questions and help you plan, whether this is a decision you are still working through or one that needs to happen soon.
- A quality-of-life conversation. If you are unsure whether it is time, our veterinarians will honestly and gently talk through your pet’s condition and options.
- A peaceful goodbye. Your pet is first made comfortable. You are welcome to stay with them, and you can take as much time as you need before and after.
- Aftercare, your way. We will walk you through your options, including [private cremation, communal cremation, home burial guidance, and keepsakes such as paw prints or fur clippings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Meet Dr. Stephanie Wilton
Dr. Stephanie Wilton grew up on her family’s horse farm in Cochranville, Pennsylvania, riding horses from age four. She earned her veterinary degree from Michigan State University in 2012 and completed an equine internship in Virginia before returning to Indiana, where she spent 13 years running an ambulatory practice for horses and small ruminants. Having cared for animals at home on farms and in pastures for more than a decade, she brings that same compassion and comfort to in-home euthanasia. Dr. Wilton joined Franklin Animal Clinic in May 2026 and lives in Morgantown with her husband and two young sons.
