St. Francis' Pet Hospital

10/14/2026

Did you know over half of pets in the U.S. are overweight?

Extra pounds can lead to joint pain, diabetes, and shorter lifespans, but the good news is, with the right nutrition and exercise, it’s preventable!

On National Pet Obesity Day, let’s make a commitment to healthier, happier pets. 🐕🐈

How do you keep your pet active and fit?

10/06/2026

𝗔 𝗙𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗿. 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹 ❤️🐾 After nearly 8 years with St. Francis Pet Hospital, Dr. Earl and his family will be moving to Saint Mary’s, Kansas. His last day with us will be Thursday, October 15th.
Dr. Earl has been such an integral part of our SFPH family, and we know many of you and your pets will be very sad to see him go. Over the years, he has cared for countless patients and has truly earned his place as a client favorite.
While we are certainly sad to see him leave, we are also excited for this next chapter for Dr. Earl and his family. Their move to Saint Mary’s will allow them to further pursue and grow in their Catholic faith, something that is very important to them. He will also continue his veterinary career there, so if you happen to find yourself in the Saint Mary’s area, be sure to look him up!
We want to reassure our clients that your pets will continue to be in excellent hands here at St. Francis Pet Hospital. Dr. Trevor, Dr. Melissa and our entire team are committed to providing the compassionate, common-sense care you have come to expect from us. We also have another fantastic veterinarian joining us in a couple of months and we will introduce her at a later date 😊
𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗿. 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘀! We know he will be deeply missed, but we are grateful for the nearly 8 years he has been part of our team and excited to see where this next chapter takes him and his family.

10/05/2026

Happy St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day!!

🐺 St. Francis and the Wolf of Gubbio 🐺

One of the most beloved stories about St. Francis tells of a fierce wolf that was terrorizing the people of Gubbio. Instead of responding with fear or violence, St. Francis approached the wolf with compassion. He made peace between the wolf and the townspeople, helping both live peacefully.

This story reminds us that all of God’s creation deserves compassion, respect, and care, even the creatures we fear. St. Francis believed we are called to protect and enjoy nature as both the stewards of God’s creation and as creatures ourselves.

As our patron/namesake and the patron saint of animals, St. Francis holds a special place in our hearts. ❤️

09/28/2026

It’s 𝕎𝕠𝕣𝕝𝕕 ℝ𝕒𝕓𝕚𝕖𝕤 𝔻𝕒𝕪! 🐾

Make sure your pets and livestock are current on their rabies vaccinations to help protect your animals, your family, and our community.

Unlike many other diseases, rabies is nearly always fatal once clinical signs appear. There is no reliable treatment once symptoms develop, which is why prevention is so important.

Rabies is zoonotic, meaning it can be transmitted from animals to people. While the chances of encountering a rabid animal are relatively low, they are never zero. In Indiana, bats, raccoons, skunks, and foxes can carry rabies and may expose our pets and livestock. Most wildlife is healthy and an important part of our ecosystem, but enjoy those critters from a safe distance and never handle an animal that appears sick, injured, or unusually friendly.

If your pet is bitten or has direct contact with a wild animal or with a domestic animal, whose rabies vaccination status is unknown, contact your veterinarian promptly for guidance.

𝑵𝒐𝒕 𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒊𝒇 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒑𝒆𝒕'𝒔 𝒓𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒗𝒂𝒄𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒔 𝒄𝒖𝒓𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕? 𝑮𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒖𝒔 𝒂 𝒄𝒂𝒍𝒍!

09/22/2026

The "ladies" who live behind the Centerton clinic were being ridiculous the other night. They are so fun to watch when they are acting like fools 😆

09/14/2026

This cat brooch was found in the flower bed at the Centerton clinic on Friday (9/11). If its yours or you know who it belongs to let us know!

09/07/2026

09/03/2026

St. Francis Fund FUNDRAISER!! Sign up today!
https://wineandcanvas.com/indianapolis/event/martinsville-paint-your-pet-fundraiser/

https://www.facebook.com/events/1770077260841889

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day! 🐾❤️

We would love to see pictures of what your K-9 companions are up to today! Whether they’re soaking up the sunshine, enjoying a favorite treat, going on an adventure, or simply snuggling with their favorite people, let’s celebrate the dogs who bring so much love, joy, and unconditional companionship into our lives. 🐶

Drop a photo in the comments and show us your beloved four-legged family members! 📸🐾