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The Local Vets

Franklin, Tennessee · Led by Dr. Molly Brinkmann, DVM · General Vet

ADDRESS 354 Cool Springs Blvd #101, Franklin, Tennessee Open in Maps →
CERTIFIED Since 09/2026, verified by a person. See the record →
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About the clinic

The Local Vets is an independently owned veterinary clinic in Franklin, TN, providing modern, compassionate care for dogs and cats. Founded by local veterinarian Dr. Molly Brinkmann, our hospital was built around a simple idea: veterinary care should feel personal, transparent, and collaborative. We offer wellness and preventive care, same-day sick visits, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and more, with a focus on low-stress visits and individualized care for every pet. Our team believes in clear communication, practical options, and partnering with pet parents to make the best decisions for their pets. At The Local Vets, decisions are made locally, relationships matter, and pets and their people are treated like neighbors.

As a CorpFree member, this clinic signs the ownership Legal Independence Agreement every year and sits for a review by a reviewer on our team. The full record is public.

Species served

Dogs Cats

Meet the vet

Dr. Molly Brinkmann, DVM
Dr. Molly Brinkmann, DVM
Owner
Licensed veterinarian
DVM State licensed

What the clinic treats

Wellness exams
Routine wellness exams to catch problems before they become serious.
Vaccinations
Core and lifestyle vaccinations on a schedule matched to your pet.
Parasite prevention
Flea, tick, and heartworm prevention year-round.
Microchipping
Permanent ID microchipping in a single visit.
Puppy & kitten plans
Bundled wellness visits and vaccines for the first year.
Senior pet care
Extra screening and monitoring tailored to aging pets.
Nutrition counseling
Diet and weight guidance specific to your pet's needs.
In-house laboratory
Bloodwork results during your visit, not days later.
Digital X-ray
Low-dose digital X-ray for fast, precise imaging.
Ultrasound
Non-invasive ultrasound to look at what's going on inside.
Cardiac workups
Heart screening and diagnostics for cardiac concerns.
Spay & neuter
Routine spay and neuter procedures.
Soft tissue surgery
Surgical treatment for organs, skin, and soft tissue conditions.
Orthopedic surgery (ACL / TPLO)
Joint and ligament repair, including TPLO for cruciate injuries.
Mass removals
Removal and biopsy of lumps, cysts, and tumors.
C-sections
Emergency and scheduled cesarean delivery.
Dental cleaning (COHAT)
Comprehensive oral health assessment and cleaning under anesthesia.
Extractions
Tooth extractions for damaged or diseased teeth.
Dental X-ray
Dental X-rays to find problems hiding below the gumline.
Oral surgery
Surgical treatment for jaw and oral tissue conditions.
Hospice & palliative care
Comfort-focused care for pets nearing end of life.
In-home euthanasia
Compassionate, private end-of-life care at home.
Aftercare & cremation
Cremation and aftercare arrangements handled with care.

In-house capabilities

In-house lab
Bloodwork results during your visit, not days later.
Digital X-ray
Fast, low-dose imaging to find problems early.
Ultrasound
Non-invasive imaging to see what's going on inside.
Surgical suite
A dedicated, fully equipped in-house surgical suite.
Cold laser & rehab

Hours

  • Monday8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • SaturdayClosed
  • Sunday12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Access & amenities

Accepting new patients Wheelchair-accessible entrance & restroom Accessible parking Free parking on site Walk-ins welcome Woman-owned
Languages spoken: Spanish

Patient stories

★ 5.0 avg · 5 reviews imported from Google
★★★★★

Dr. Molly is the absolute best! She loves your animals as much as you do! She is incredibly knowledgeable and conscientious. She is extremely thorough and discusses all options with you & doesn't just automatically order tests for the sake of it. She is methodical and collaborative. She is Real with you and just as important, she LOVES your animal as if it were hers! We have 2 large rescues that love her. One of our rescues, Chance, has presented with several issues and recently presented with a strange and frightening illness. She has been spot on in her diagnosis and treatment. Along the way she has collaborated with other specialty vets, researched other medical cases... simply put... She is great and real and very knowledgeable and funny and gets on the floor to examine your dog. Everything our family wants in a vet!

Silvia Luci · August 29, 2026
★★★★★

Dr. Molly is absolutely wonderful! She takes such great care of our two labs, Rambo and Cooper, and we always feel like they are in the best hands with her. She is kind, thorough, patient, and takes the time to answer questions and explain everything without ever making us feel rushed. You can tell how much she genuinely cares about the animals she treats, and that means so much to us. Rambo and Cooper are very different personalities, and she handles both of them with so much patience and compassion. We are incredibly thankful to have Dr. Molly caring for our boys and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a veterinarian who truly cares about both the pets and their people!

Cassandra Claunch · August 29, 2026
★★★★★

You might wonder whether you’ve walked into a vet’s office or a spa at The Local Vets. My dogs settled in like they’d booked a spa day and had no intention of leaving! The space is gorgeous, the staff is lovely, and everyone is so loving toward the animals. We had plenty of time to ask questions while the dogs lounged on the porch. Dr. Brinkmann has given our pets wonderful care for years, and we happily followed her here with our two dogs and two cats. She’s amazing, and I can’t recommend her enough!

AC · September 24, 2026
★★★★★

Dr. Molly is the absolute best. Intentional, kind, & helpful. She helped our dog transition on. And now we will bring our new puppy to her although we moved to Nashville. Trust her and this team!

Melissa Greene · August 29, 2026

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