Banfield Pet Hospital
3.8 (118) 3010 Brandywine Pkwy, Wilmington, DE 19803, USAHours:
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: 8:00 AM – 4:00 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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 895 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,057 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 20,306 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 27,416 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,786 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 177 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,740 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 815 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,428 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 5,696 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,417 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.4 | PetPartners | 117 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 14,119 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 2,553 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 9,864 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion | 62,918 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,452 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
Do not go here if you seriously care for your pet. Take them to a vet with good reviews or urgent care. I spent my last hundreds on a treatment believing they were helping my lil guy that seemed sickly, but otherwise was his usual self. They told me he had “early onset kidney disease”. The doctor treated it so lightly, recommended a shot and told me to monitor him over the next few days. Only to call them a day later, when my cat didn’t get any better and can now barely stand, that “The treatment was actually only good for 24 hours and we recommend you go to urgent care.” ??? I would’ve taken my cat to urgent care in the first place had they told me how bad his condition actually was, not spend money on a treatment that would only last a day! Did they not think that was important information to disclose? I don’t wish this pain on anyone— please take your furry friend elsewhere.
posted: 05/18/2025
Love having Banfield so close in North Wilmington and now they are open 7 days a week. All doctors and techs are friendly and have helped us provide great care to our fur babies.
posted: 04/25/2025
My dogs are members of the wellness plan for the last three years and we have had a wonderful experience. They take such great care of my fur babies
posted: 04/06/2025
Banfield has been a blessing for our dogs as we recently moved to Delaware and have had nothing but amazing experiences with them. They remember our dogs fondly and every interaction they have ever had with them. Dr. Hicks has been one of the most passionate and kind vets I have encountered.
posted: 02/10/2025
As I was looking for this establishment, asking people did they know where it was, funny thing, others ended up at the same place as me. The Pet Hospital is located inside the Pet Smart Store. I had to laugh because people didn’t realize the hospital was there. BUT! The pet store was clean, store staff was friendly and the hospital VET staff was super! The doctor and her assistant were very kind, listened to me and answered my questions as well asked questions of me. The visit was professional and friendly experience. Her diagnosis and treatment were on point. I never remember to take pics but here’s my grand-pup
posted: 07/30/2023
Veterinarians in Wilmington, Delaware
Agnew Veterinary Hospital
5828 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19808, USA(267) 253-9077
At Home Pet Vet Care
1201 Orange St #700, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA(302) 298-0841
B-Cure Laser Vet
910 Foulk Rd Ste 201, Wilmington, DE 19803, USA(808) 164-4514
Banfield Pet Hospital
3010 Brandywine Pkwy, Wilmington, DE 19803, USA(302) 478-3910
Brandywine Hundred Veterinary Hospital
806 Silverside Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809, USA(302) 792-2777
Branmar Veterinary Hospital
1610 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809, USA(302) 475-5700
CareVet of Newport Pike
1212 E Newport Pike, Wilmington, DE 19804, USA(302) 652-6587
Centreville Veterinary Hospital
5804 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807, USA(302) 655-3315