Banfield Pet Hospital

4.1 (132 reviews)
12215 S Dixie Hwy, Pinecrest, FL 33156, USA

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 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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,226
4.9 Embrace 19,970
4.9 Fetch 5,900
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,365
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,195
4.8 Nationwide 25,683
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,326
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,864
4.7 Pumpkin 3,533
4.6 Spot 11,560
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

132 reviews

If I could give zero stars I would. I have never left a negative review in my 35 years of living but this was such a horrible experience. My puppy got vaccinated today and all I heard was him screaming at the top of his lungs from the other room. When I asked what was going on because I was obviously worried the tech responded with “Train your dog he bit me” ( he is 4 months old). I asked the vet what was going on he stormed off and said I don’t have time to answer you. I paid almost $300 for this experience. Management needs to do better. Please train your employees to be empathetic and react to stressful situations in a professional manner. I left unsure if my puppy was harmed and when I asked what happened no explanation was given. I understand shots hurt puppies but I don’t understand why he was yelling at the top of his lungs for a long period of time. It just isn’t right. Get the owner involved when the dog is beginning difficult. Don’t just have 3 people hold him down and be rough. People shouldn’t pay for such unprofessional behavior.

Sep 1, 2023

Poor customer service and bad management. They are taking forever to approve a prescription request for Simparica Trio from Chewy. They first received my request on July 1st. It took Banfield 10 days to review the request. It was then denied because my dog needed to get his annual Heartworm Test. We were not notified and found out simply because the Chewy order was automatically cancelled and I called. I scheduled an appointment to get the test on July 11. During the appointment, I told the staff and doctor that a new prescription request was pending from Chewy, and asked to get approved promptly, given that I ran out of pills and my dog was supposed to take it on the 10th. They assured me they would do it by the end of the same day. They did not. I called twice on July 12. I also spoke with the manager who assured me they would do it by that day. They have not. This is blatantly ridiculous and disrespectful towards customers. Why was the prescription not approved right when my dog was seen by the doctor! I spent 50$ for the visit so that everything needed to get the prescription approved was settled. Yet, thr prescription request is still pending!

Jul 12, 2023

I love taking my dogs here. One of them is rather old and my other dog is about 3-4 years old (adopted). The staff here always treats them both like their own and for my pets, that’s priceless.

May 23, 2023

I am truly grateful for Banfield Pincrest. The staff and Doc were very kind, welcoming and just really pleasant. You all were so great to Charlie on such short notice and emergency status. This location was very accommodating due to the circumstances. I truly understand the appointment schedules. Tristan took my call and made me feel very comfortable and priority. He took the extra step to communicate if the doc can or cannot see Charlie. Even if they couldn’t see Charlie, it’s that customer service that keeps me taking my pet to you all. Thank You!

Aug 1, 2021

So I did my due diligence and called ahead and asked the person that answered how much a rabies shot cost. The girl asked for my information and pulled up my account. She then went to confirm the price and informed me that it was $30. So I booked the appointment. Now the appointment was during my job so my boyfriend went and took my dog for the appointment he was now informed that it was $125, A price that was not discussed during the phone conversation. I spoke with the clerk and I told her that I want them to pull up the phone recording to listen to what the representative told me which was incorrect information. They told me they are unable to despite the automated voice system said the call was recorded for training purposes. They then informed me that the reason of the price was because my dog didn’t have insurance. which I can understand but why is it that when I called and the woman pulled up my profile and saw I didn’t have insurance and didn’t inform me that the complete price would be doctors visit and rabies shot. It was like a bait and switch. So what I advise is when you call them to ask if there’s any additional cost, fees, etc if you ever confirm or ask anything over the phone. Don’t rely on the phone recordings because apparently they have no access to it.

Sep 3, 2022