For thirty years, discerning Franklin families have chosen Animal Ark because we believe your pet deserves more than a rotating cast of doctors who don’t know their story. Here, your pet sees the same veterinarian who remembers their personality, their quirks, and their complete health journey. It’s old-fashioned relationship-based care enhanced by modern medical expertise.
After three decades in veterinary medicine, Dr. Paula believes the best care often starts with the simplest solutions. Our step-by-step diagnostic approach means we won’t overwhelm you with unnecessary tests or treatments your pet doesn’t need. When specialist input would benefit your pet, we consult with colleagues nationwide while your pet stays here with the team they know and trust.
Animal Ark Animal Hospital strives to provide the most up to date medical and surgical procedures. These procedures are to be performed in an environment that is clean and comfortable for both the patients and clients. We will utilize all the available diagnostic equipment, consult with specialists, and refer patients when needed to provide the best care for the patient.
Our team is united in practicing exceptional veterinary medicine through a series of core
values that make Animal Ark Animal Hospital a warm, welcoming environment for all.
Your pet builds trust with one primary veterinarian who knows their medical history, personality, and your family’s preferences. No explaining their quirks to strangers. No starting their medical story over with someone new. Just consistent, knowledgeable care from people who genuinely care about your pet’s wellbeing.
We practice conservative, evidence-based medicine. This means we start with the most likely diagnosis and work systematically, avoiding unnecessary tests and treatments. You’ll never feel pressured into expensive procedures your pet doesn’t need. When we recommend something, it’s because your pet truly benefits.
Relocating from California, Colorado, or other regions? Tennessee pets face unique health challenges your previous veterinarian may not have emphasized. From year-round heartworm prevention to heat stroke protocols during our humid summers, we help your pet adapt safely to their new Tennessee home.
As an independent practice, we’re not bound by corporate wellness plan quotas or treatment protocols. Our decisions are based solely on what’s best for your pet and realistic for your family. When specialist input helps, we leverage our nationwide network while keeping your pet here with us.
We promote kindness, always remembering the pet’s well-being is our priority.
We pledge to remember that as the client, you are who we work for and as such, we will always strive to provide the ultimate experience for you and your pet.
We commit to keeping up with recent advances in veterinary medicine so we can best educate our team members and clients.
We appreciate your confidence in our plans of action; veterinarians and clients work together for the pet’s best outcome.
The Animal Ark Animal Hospital team is conscious of how special your pet is to your family, and we take pride in serving generations of pet owners here in the Franklin community. Everything we do here at our animal hospital is done for your comfort, convenience, and peace of mind. With our commitment to customized care with a meaningful relationship and connections to board-certified specialists, you and your pet have access to everything you need for a healthy, happy life together.
Get to know our doctors and team members below and request an appointment today to see our familiar faces!