Katie Franklin is from Louisville, Kentucky. She attended the University of Kentucky for her undergraduate degree, where she received a B.A. in Chemistry. She is a 2018 graduate of Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. Prior to the opening of Dogwood Vet Clinic, Dr. Katie practiced as a relief doctor at BluePearl Veterinary Partners, Corydon Animal Hospital, and Jefferson Animal Hospital. For four years, she worked as an associate veterinarian for Mobile Veterinary Services, practicing equine medicine in a practice that is majority racetrack medicine. In 2022, Dr. Katie elected to step back from equine practice to spend more time with her children and help as needed at Dogwood Veterinary Clinic. She and Dr. Chris welcomed their son Levi Franklin to the world on 10.1.19 and their daughter Mary Katherine on 12.13.21. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, horseback riding, CrossFit, scrapbooking, hiking, and baking. She also enjoys going out to eat with Dr. Chris [citation].