Banfield Pet Hospital

4.2 (138 reviews)
877 E H St, Chula Vista, CA 91910, USA

Hours

Monday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday 9:00 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.

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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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4.5 AKC 1,798
4.4 ASPCA 12,182
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4.9 Fetch 5,691
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4.4 Hartville 182
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,260
4.8 Lemonade 831
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4.7 MetLife 10,344
4.8 Nationwide 25,431
3.9 Pet Assure 15
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4.9 Pets Best 15,132
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,811
4.7 Pumpkin 3,393
4.6 Spot 11,341
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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

4.2

138 reviews

B L

B L

After numerous vet visits and discovering my Lily's health was not improving, I decided to put her to sleep. I contacted this hospital that is open 24 hrs. They were very sympathetic in the whole process. During check out they explained the cremation process and told me I would get my pretty kitty in a wooden decorative box along with her paw print. This was all included with my visit cost, which was very reasonable. ....I could not beleive this was all included. Godbless this place and the the facility that took care of her after🙏🙏🙏

May 20, 2023

This visit was a week after our dog passed away. We were taken into the back room. The staff did a wonderful job of getting our dog cremated. The attached photo was taken as we were leaving for Banfield. He died about 20 minutes later.

Mar 15, 2023

K H

K H

If you are PCSing and need a FAVN test done for your animals, DO NOT COME HERE. We were charged over $1000 for our dog and cat to get their test done here because it is the clinic to which we've always brought them. When we were later told that MCAS Miramar's Vet Clinic takes military pets (not just MWDs), we went there to make sure our paperwork was good. I look up on their wall there at their price listing: $40 per FAVN test. I even asked if a zero had fallen because I could not believe that we paid over $500 per pet at Banfield and Miramar was only going to charge $40. When I approached the staff at Banfield about it, she rudely suggested I should have shopped around, as if this was something I could simply Google. A +/- $20 or even $50 difference, I get. But charging hundreds per pet when the test at another office is only $40 PER PET... that is *PREDATORY PRICING*. Disgusting. Also, one of the staff had arbitrarily put in a false rabies date for our dog. He had a rabies shot from the humane society before we got him and then again in the middle of 2021. So why does it say he also got a rabis shot in Sept of '22? It said it was "client provided data" when, again, we have only ever taken them to THIS Banfield. So I couldn't have provided a cert from somewhere else, especially when he isn't due until next year for the shot he got in 2021. This place used to be great. I'm glad we're leaving. Please do not come here, especially if you are military and stand a chance of going to Japan. These mistakes cost us hundreds extra and could potentially make us have to quarantine our pet there even though we did everything possible NOT to have to do that!

May 20, 2023

I notice this Banfield is going down hill for some reason. I also notice A lot of veterinarians has left my main veterinarian she has left i ask to see our second veterinarian he has left. Now they only have 2 veterinarians that's why its hard to get appointment. i also notice only one person running the front desk when i usually see 3 people. I called today 4/11/23 i need records for one of my fur baby i was on hold for 45 min and still didn't talk to anyone I wasted my lunch. one of my fur baby had 2 seizure on Sunday 4/9/23 went to emergency pet hospital. I call Banfield Monday Moring tried to make appointment so they can see my fur baby they where booked till next week . I have no choice to take my fur baby to a different pet hospital instead of Banfield. I HOPE THIS BANFIELD GETS BETTER OR IM GOING TO CHANGE HOSPITALS.

Apr 11, 2023

I have been taking my fur babys🐕🐈 to Banfield pet hospital when ever my fur babys🐕🐈 needs to see a doctor. I have always gotten good service. I just recently found out that they can also trim the nails on 🐶 during a visit if you ask. ❤ Took my fur baby🐕 to get his shots and receive superb customer service yet again😊

Feb 18, 2022