Franklin County Dog Shelter End-of-Life Services
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Hours: Monday-Friday 10AM-4PM; Saturday and Sunday 9AM-3PM
- What it is
- End-of-life care
- Who it helps
- Dogs owned by Franklin County residents
- Where
- Franklin County residents
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 5, 2026
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Reduced-cost, post-surrender end-of-life services for dogs of Franklin County residents because of untreatable injury or illness, poor quality of life, advanced age or unsafe temperament. Staff support owners through the decision.
How to reach them
Where: 4340 Tamarack Blvd., Columbus, OH 43229
Hours: Monday-Friday 10AM-4PM; Saturday and Sunday 9AM-3PM
Good to know
- Who can use it: Dogs owned by Franklin County residents
- How to get started: Come to the shelter in person with your dog and proof of ownership during end-of-life service hours; no appointment is required.
Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines
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