Veterinary practitioners commonly encounter ethically challenging situations (ECSs). Not only do ECSs raise questions about how to best safeguard patient welfare, they can also be emotionally challenging for those involved. In recognition of the far‐reaching consequences of ECSs, human healthcare has embraced the use of clinical ethics support services (CESS). In this article, we discuss the use of CESS in human healthcare, why it matters for the veterinary profession and how CESS could be practically applied in a veterinary context.