Banfield Pet Hospital

3.7 (362 reviews)
2620 N Narragansett Ave ste b1-b3, Chicago, IL 60639, 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 – 6:00 PM Sunday 9:00 AM – 4:00 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 12,227
4.9 Embrace 19,970
4.9 Fetch 5,909
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 11,221
4.8 Nationwide 25,693
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,328
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,865
4.7 Pumpkin 3,539
4.6 Spot 11,570
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

362 reviews

I read some reviews saying staff was not nice, however, I did not find that to be true. The staff were nice, helpful and easy to work with. When I first booked the appt, I had tried the location closest to me (Elmhurst), but after calling 4-5 times and nobody answered the phone I called the Brickyard location. I’m glad I did!

Oct 15, 2025

When my dog fell ill, we took our dog to his usual Banfield location (not this Brickyard location). Days later after we didn’t see much improvement, his Banfield location didn’t have any openings so we took him to this Brickyard location where he was seen by Dr. Ikeda. She wanted to start with bloodwork, where she confirmed my dog has pancreatitis. She provided treatment and gave us some medicine and specialty dog food to take home. He is doing much better (only 24 hours later) and back to his happy go lucky self. Thank you, Dr. Ikeda and team!!

Jan 28, 2026

I have always used Banfield Pet Hospital for all my pets. This hospital has always taken excellent care of my dogs. They know them by name and they get to know them. This team and Dr. Ikeda know both of my dogs and understand both of their personalities. My dog Noah is a reactive dog and the entire team takes great care of him knowing his limitations. I recommend taking your pet here, they are compassionate and take great care of my babies.

Oct 13, 2025

My groomer is a great person. Her name is Maggie. She takes care of my dog so good. I love PetSmart. This is my second dog that I had here. My first one passed away two years ago and the people that worked there still remember her I highly recommend PetSmart for grooming animals.

Sep 21, 2025

They did well until I needed a rabies tag printout. They had me on hold for over an hour combined. When I called a 4th time to speak to a human instead of being on hold for 30 + minutes and waiting more, I told them I need a printout of a rabies tag to pick up tomorrow (I’m battling a cold, don’t have a lot of energy, and I was calling to try and get it printed and picked up tonight 11/4). They told me you can call tomorrow and they will print it out then. I was trying to get through so I could get it tonight because the rude receptionist on 10/27 didn’t give me the print out and they all know I’m moving across the country. So I called for a piece of paper that takes a minute to print and I need to pick up that should have been given to me on 10/27 and they waisted over an hour of time that prevented me from picking it up tonight, so I have no choice but to get it another time supposedly because they only have 1 person working the front.

Nov 4, 2025