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Banfield Pet Hospital

3.4
1540 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33607, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Tampa, Florida 2026

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

How to Save Money at Banfield Pet Hospital

Schedule Regular Vet Visits

One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.

Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions

Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.

Pet Insurance

Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.

How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?

Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 895
4.5 ASPCA 12,067
4.9 Embrace 19,675
4.9 Fetch 5,109
4.1 Figo 2,814
4.5 Hartville 179
4.9 Healthy Paws 10,919
4.8 Lemonade 819
4.6 ManyPets 2,413
4.6 MetLife 7,195
4.8 Nationwide 21,418
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 120
4.9 Pets Best 14,554
4.8 Pumpkin 2,913
4.6 Spot 10,498
4.9 Trupanion 58,886
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,601

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask

Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:

Tell me about your experience with [pet type].

Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.

How do you handle emergencies?

You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.

How do you communicate with pet owners?

Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.

Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?

Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.

Do you have any questions for me about my pet?

This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.

Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?

Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.

Reviews from Google

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Hannah Vallero

brought in a stray cat that had an injury not long before they closed and they were so helpful and nice! The vet tech was great and so gentle with the cat! Wish I remembered her name so I could say it here.

Mel F

If I could give zero stars I would. Do not come to this location or see Dr. Gupta. I did a drop off appointment with my dog because previous experiences with scheduled in-room appointments have had me waiting in the lobby for 2 hours with anxious pets all around. After my drop off appointment for a comprehensive annual exam last week, neither the vet nor tech came out to speak to me about my dog's check up. I was given medications to pay for and left. After a few days, I found lumps on my dog's belly that I had never noticed before and wondered if they were there when the vet did their exam. After looking for and deciphering my dog's records via the Banfield app, I see they noted the lumps and did not tell me about them or what they were. I called the Banfield location to find out more information, and they could not tell me if the lumps were new or noted before or what they were. After a long time on the phone, I advocated to speak to the vet in person during my dog's drop off for her dental cleaning appointment in a few days. I did not want a phone call because I wanted the vet to show me the lumps since apparently there were more besides the one I found. I took my dog in again and the vet was condescending with me and implied that I need to tell the vet what they need to look for when I bring my dog in and that I should've expressed that concern when I brought her in even though I had found the lumps after the appointment and I paid for my dog to receive a comprehensive exam. After this encounter, my dog then waited in a kennel for 5 hours before having her dental cleaning and then kenneled for another 3 after that to be observed because "she came late" as the vet told me. The reason "she came late" was because they failed to do their job at her previous appointment. Also, why would you schedule so many dental cleanings and have the dogs all come in first thing in the morning to be there all day? To add insult to injury, I was strongly encourgaged to come in quickly following my dog's comprehensive exam to use the same bloodwork so it would be less stressful for her on dental day. So my dog was literally just waiting for hours because she did not need all of the blood work done. This is not the first time I have had issues at this location, but I try to be understanding because I know they are busy and usually nice about it. Howverm this experience was something else. This Banfield is a terrible location after Dr. Heather Brown left. She was the best they had.

Kiarra Washburn

Dr. Heather Brown ~ A Vet Who Truly Cares I’ve been bringing my dog Atlas to this Banfield location since he was just two weeks old ~ he’s now 9 years old ~ and while every visit has mattered, this last one reminded me why I trust this team, especially Dr. Heather Brown. Dr. Brown went above and beyond with genuine compassion, calm professionalism, and clear communication. Her dedication to her patients and their families is something rare and deeply appreciated. It’s clear she loves what she does, and it shines through in how she handles even the most stressful moments. Atlas means the world to me, and knowing he’s under the care of someone like Dr. Brown gives me real peace of mind. Because of her, I’m proud to continue my loyalty to this location and confident in the care my dog receives here. Thank you, Dr. Brown, for being exactly the kind of vet every pet deserves.🐾 💖✨

Rachel Teufert

This was by far the worst experience I have had at a veterinarian (and I was a tech for several years). My original appointment was at a neighboring Banfield for 1430 today. They called to cancel at 1345 today and directed me to this location. I called to confirm the appointment and was told it would be no problem to accommodate the appointment. Upon arrival, I was told there was not a reservation but that they would still be able to see my dog (a simple vaccine booster, nail trim, and prevention refill). The whole ordeal took three hours. Her nails are sharper than when I dropped off and I had to return for prevention, which they had not administered or prescribed. They were mildly apologetic but this was horrendous service and I will not be returning to any Banfield location for further services. Picture attached of a very rambunctious puppy that was made to wait in a kennel for nearly three hours instead of being asked to return at a later date.

Josie Torres

Just helped my daughter take my furry gkid JEWELY 🐈to get checked out....it was the most pleasant experience. My daughter has had Jewely for 17 (human)years, so she is an older kitty but still got some spunk in her. This location added Jewely 🐈same day and took very good care of her and relieved Jewely medical issue(constipation) for an older kitty it's a little painful. I highly recommend this location and we are so happy Jewely🐈 is feeling better.

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