Banfield Pet Hospital

3.7 (190 reviews)
10261 River Marsh Dr Unit 143, Jacksonville, FL 32246, 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 – 5:00 PM Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
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

3.7

190 reviews

We took our dog here for a checkup and the while process was amazing! The Vet was amazing as well as the rest of the staff. Our frenchie was anxiety free for the most part in this friendly environment. They treated him very well. I highly recommend this location. We will be back.

Aug 17, 2025

"Extreme disappointment" cannot accurately describe what I feel for this location. All the years my family has been apart of this practice, it really is ending in the worst way possible. Specifically, the vet here, Dr. Bryant did my pet and I a disservice by withholding vital information that cost my family a lot of money unnecessarily. We were denied access to services from the wellness plan, and not offered any alternative. I believe I was intentionally misled to get us to renew the plan, while she knew we wouldn't be able to recieve the service we wanted. My sweet dog and our family are left to suffer the consequences of the lack of communication on her part. There was no attempt to right their wrong, only the suggestion for me to soend thousands of dollars extra for "testing", unnecessarily. I do not recommend Banfield, specifically this location or Dr. Bryant. I don't trust them and wouldn't encourage anyone else to either.

Dec 8, 2025

I came to this location after having problems with the kernan location. My dog was loosing her bark and clearly was having breathing problems. I did X-rays, blood work, everything i could. I was told my dog was fine and that it was just old age. I didn’t believe this and took her for a second opinion, not only did banfield refuse to send the records of her X-rays costing me another $400, they also sent all her paper work out of order. Come to find out, my dog has a collapsing trachea in two spots and an enlarged spleen and liver which could signify cushions disease. This is the second banfield to fail me and I’m starting to believe it’s the chain itself. They just want your money, and will tell you what you want to hear. You’ll never get to talk to a real vet, just techs who can barely answer your questions. PLEASE if you care about your pets go truly anywhere else.

Nov 5, 2025

Y’all are a disgrace. Absolutely the worst vet I’ve ever dealt with. My dog had a serious emergency — throwing up and bleeding — and y’all flat out refused to help. And for what? Because “you’re full”? He has an insurance plan with you, and y’all still turned your back on him. That is inexcusable. I don’t care what excuses y’all have. You’re running a business that should save lives, not deny them. I’m canceling my plan immediately, and I will make damn sure everyone I know knows how worthless and irresponsible your clinic is. Shame on you. Truly shameful.

Nov 15, 2025

Disappointing Experience We’ve been bringing our first cat here since last year for all of his kitten shots and vaccines and had no issues. Recently, we adopted another kitten and brought both in for an appointment after finding out the new one had worms. When I dropped them off, I was quoted a price and told the visit would take about an hour. Instead, it ended up lasting four hours. I called three times for updates, and only then did my cats start to be seen. At no point did anyone mention that the cost would end up being more than $200 over the original quote. This created a lot of frustration, as I missed work calls while waiting around the town center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. When I finally picked them up, I was told they would still need additional treatment and, despite being told they were “ready,” I still had to wait. To top it off, both cats smelled strongly of urine in their carrier, which was concerning since I was told they’d be placed in rooms. I value good communication and transparency, and unfortunately, this experience fell short on both. Because of this, I’ll be seeking care elsewhere moving forward

Oct 3, 2025