Banfield Pet Hospital

4.1 (88 reviews)
8331 La Palma Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620, USA

Hours

Monday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Banfield Pet Hospital

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about Banfield Pet Hospital? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.

We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.

How rankings are determined

Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.

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4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,228
4.9 Embrace 19,973
4.9 Fetch 5,918
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,371
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,234
4.8 Nationwide 25,705
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,347
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,867
4.7 Pumpkin 3,545
4.6 Spot 11,586
4.9 Trupanion 55,033

Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

4.1

88 reviews

DW

DW

My sister's dog passed away last night. I called this morning to inquire about having her cremated. I spoke with Brenda, who was so kind. The minute she realized why I called she was just so supportive and helpful. When we brought the pet in, she was so sweet to my sister. Thank you Brenda. You are awesome.

Jul 10, 2023

The employees have great customer service but be prepared to get charged for everything on Banfields Membership plan. If your pet doesn’t cooperate before surgery they will charge you for everything they used regardless if the surgery was not performed and regardless if you’re on their membership plan. It will be a cycle and you will keep getting charged every visit until your pet cooperates.

Apr 25, 2023

Dr Park is the best, and so are his staff. Pet insurance for peace of mind and they can refill prescription over the phone. Super quick service.

Jul 18, 2023

I don't understand this place, it's a hospital but only until 5pm? After that you have to take your pet somewhere else? And if its something serious you still have to take your pet to ER? Why do they even call themselves a hospital?

Jul 11, 2023

I have historically avoided Banfield Pet Hospitals. I have thought of them primarily as cookie cutter-ish, factory-like veterinary services. Well, I ended up having to use them when I couldn't get an appointment anywhere until mid August to just get my dog vaccinated. In a flurry of online searches and phone calls, I called yesterday and was lucky enough to get an appointment the next day, today. I ended up driving 35 miles, to the Buena Park location. The place was hopping! The clinic is in the Petsmart, which was also bustling with an adoption event, training sessions and shoppers. The Banfield staff were great. The person who checked us in, Jocelyn, was fantastic! She gol the info into the system and made sure I got all my dog's records when she emailed them. She even waited to make sure I was able to open them. All the staff were professional, efficient and friendly. They are still only doing drop off appointments, so you do miss an opportunity to talk with a vet. The vet tech called me during our pup's exam, so we were able to at least touch base. I'm pleasantly surprised. Getting my dog vaccinated here was a great intro to Banfield. If something more complicated arises in our dog's health, I'd have to think about it. At least after this experience, it's not an automatic no.

Jul 16, 2022