Banfield Pet Hospital

4 (96 reviews)
1550 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60515, 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.

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

4

96 reviews

This location is the worst Banfield I’ve been to. You call to make an appointment or try to get advice for a pet concern, you get their voicemail and NO ONE calls you back. Ever. The customer service is lack luster and they still don’t do in person exams just drop offs. I’d like to be with my dog and actually speak with a vet. Bare minimum expectations. I’ve been to other Banfield locations and don’t experience this same lack of care or poor business practices.

Oct 5, 2023

The medicine is way too overpriced. A location I used to go to always gave me a prescription and told me to fill it at any human pharmacy. But at this location, they charged me $50 for a 30 day supply of trazodone. When it usually just costs $17 at CVS. If they give you a prescription for human medicine, have them just write you one and fill it somewhere else. They will overcharge you for basic generic meds. I wish that they told me the price before they filled it. I would’ve saved me over $30.

Jul 18, 2023

I brought my dog to Banfield since I've had her. Going on 14 years now. I love them. They're nearly identical and every state that I've lived.

Jul 23, 2023

Wish I could Cancel my plan now !! This SPECIFIC HOSPITAL is a mess seriously .. I caught a flat on my way to the hospital and was going to arrive 15 minutes late and they weren’t even able to accommodate me in which I shouldn’t even have to come to the appointment with my dog but they lied and says he tried to bite them in which I know he didn’t because my dog doesn’t bite they’re probably just lazy and didn’t want to do their job! I can’t wait until this membership ends I’ll be reporting to the BBB! My dog has been coming since he was a puppy and never had any problems with being given vaccinations

Mar 15, 2023

When we first started going here with our Dog in 2017 it was convenient and cost effective with caring and competent staff. Unfortunately that has all gone by the wayside and I’m simply counting the days until our plan for our dog is up. Banfield is a CASH GRAB they push unnecessary sales on you deemed as pet care (paraphrased by former staff) and then when you actually try to get your fur baby some care they leave you up the creek with nothing. We had a scheduled drop off (because Banfield never does in room exams God Forbid since 2020) for 730am this morning to look at a paw he’s been incessantly licking at and my wife who woke up earlier than needed solely to get him there on time and taken care of was met with nothing and no one. Zero Banfield staff at all! She got in Petsmart, circled the store inside with our scared shaking pup 3x, and again not one Banfield staff member. The manager on duty of Petsmart called all Banfield extensions and assured her (wife) no one was there and did not know when anyone from Banfield would be coming in. Now, my wife was late to work and our dog is not getting his medical need addressed it’s no wonder they’ve unfortunately lost vet after vet (we’ve already been through 2 who we loved who one day were up and gone … which we now know why) and staff after staff there. It is infuriating to pay the monthly fees we do on top of cost when they actually see him all for inconsistent inconvenient care. It is extremely unprofessional and a waste of time, effort, energy and finances. If you’re thinking of getting Banfield for your pet DO NOT you’re far better off putting what you'd pay towards them in a pet fund to just use out of pocket or go with an actual legitimate pet insurance company.

Nov 11, 2022