Franklin Veterinary Clinic

10/04/2026

13.1 miles.
I finished 12th in my age group. I’m good with that.

09/29/2026

09/25/2026

Zeus wants to remind you that the porcupines are out!! (Poor guy!)

Also, Molly will NOT be in the office tomorrow!

09/22/2026

09/13/2026

I really need a bookkeeper.
Preferably with small business and Quickbooks experience.
Just a few hours a week?

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09/11/2026

09/11/2026

This hasn’t dominated national headlines yet, but a significant shift is underway in Canada. The Ontario government has announced plans to prohibit non-medical cosmetic procedures on pets—such as declawing cats and cropping ears or docking tails on dogs—unless a veterinarian determines they are medically necessary. If approved, the change could reshape how companion animals are treated in homes across the province.

A proposal under Ontario’s animal welfare framework would prevent veterinarians from performing surgical alterations done solely for appearance or convenience. Procedures like removing a cat’s claws or modifying a dog’s ears or tail without a health-related reason would no longer be permitted.

Animal welfare advocates have welcomed the development, arguing that these surgeries provide no benefit to the animal and can result in pain, behavioral issues, or long-term complications. Supporters note that the move would align Ontario more closely with provinces such as Quebec and others in Canada that have already restricted or banned similar practices.

For pet owners, the conversation is deeply personal. Many view the proposal as progress toward more humane standards of care, while others are considering how it may affect grooming norms, veterinary practice, and long-standing traditions in certain dog-show communities.

Regardless of perspective, the proposal has sparked an important discussion about ethics, responsibility, and how we define proper care for the animals who share our lives.

References
Ontario moves toward banning cosmetic pet surgeries, Yahoo News/Global News
Could Ontario follow Québec’s ban on ‘inhumane’ cosmetic work for pets?, Innisfil Today

09/10/2026

Thank you, everyone for your interest in Sierra and Terra. We think they have found their forever home. 

09/04/2026

Molly will be in the clinic this Saturday!9/5/26