Banfield Pet Hospital

4.3 (125 reviews)
1653 Millerville Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, 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 – 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.

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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.

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4.4 ASPCA 12,235
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4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,381
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3.9 Pet Assure 15
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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

4.3

125 reviews

In and out with medicine and peace of mind. I made an appointment online at 10PM after my kitty injured her eye. Was seen right away and left after 35minutes. $160 for the visit/eye stain/ & meds. I read the other reviews about how they “push” you to buy a care plan but that was never mentioned to me however I do think it’s a great product for younger pets. This appointment was on a Sunday. Compared to other vets, a weekend appointment would have easily cost me triple the cost. Will return if another pet emergency arises.

Oct 29, 2023

Premium care on a budget with great hours of operation. I have had banfield through all of my pets and they have always served me well. They offer affordable pet plans to help you take care of your pet. They are always up front and honest with you about pricing and your pet's needs. They definitely love pets and it shows!

Sep 6, 2023

This review does not include Cameron (front desk/tech). She was absolutely amazing!! I originally gave an excellent review but after using Banfield on Millerville for 3 months, I am not satisfied at all. I was tricked into the wellness plan that doesn't cover anything- my dog got a rash and I thought the office visit would be covered by her wellness plan....nope! I had to leave the appointment because I couldn't pay an extra $150 on top of the $88/month I pay.(If you read other reviews, you will see a lot of people complaining about the same). There is zero communication amongst the staff. My dog has heartworms and I had several issues on my end and when I would call to get information/advice, I would have to repeat myself to several different people. They don't document anything in their system. Prices are outrageous. Their voicemail is full at all times- meaning they don't check their messages on a daily basis. The vet increased a medication dose and I went to pick it up per the vet's request and had to wait over an hour just for a medication. The wait times for appointments, return phone calls, etc is ridiculous. Very unorganized. The vet was very thorough with explaining heartworm treatment but only gives you one option to treat. Banfield does not do the slow kill process for heartworms and made me feel like a horrible dog mom because I couldn't afford the shots... I rescued my dog and she had heartworms when I got her. It's not like she got heartworms from lack of care from me. Now I am stuck paying $88 for a wellness plan at a vet that my dog is no longer seeing. I also don't like how the animals are kept in crates all day until the vet can see them. That is wrong! My very first appointment, all I could hear was dogs crying the entire time. It was sad. The Banfield website isn't even working for me to download my dogs records! There is always an issue! Dissatisfied is an understatement. So disheartening

Dec 8, 2023

I have never been so insulted and let down by a vet. And now, we are stuck with using this horrible service because I was tricked into that wellness plan. Now I'm locked in to a vet that we are EXTREMELY disappointed with. I wished id read the reviews first. DO NOT EVER USE BANFIELD AT MILLERVILLE RD IN BATON ROUGE. THEY ARE THE ABSOLUTE WORST on customer service and how to treat owners of pets facing major crisis. They are a sales company more interested in pushing plans to people who can't afford them. Then treat the customer as if they are beneath them. I was told the only time the vet could talk to me was 5pm to 6pm. I work in ER .. at 5-6pm I am at front desk arriving emergency patients. I cannot take calls at night while at work. After being told how important the vets time is and that's the only time she could talk to me .. and being told my job is not as important as hers. I want out but thanks to the $86 a month you tricked me into (I only signed contract for lower program but you verbally told me it wasnt good enough and tricked me into the higher price for the care my baby would need. And now I find out it doesn't even cover that care. Your service for this treatment is $500 higher even with that plan than all the other areas vets without any plan or ins.. But now you have me locked into the plan so I can't afford so I can't afford to go to a good vet who would be polite, more thoughtful and cheaper. I especially do not like that we can't go with our boy to his visits. We have to drop off and pick up much later meaning he's in a cage all day. I'm telling the world to stay away. Go to a local vet who truly cares about your pet and you. Not just the Almighty sales ploy.

Oct 26, 2023

Absolutely awful. Offered a trim for cat and they borderline declawed him. They went way past the pink quick which is equivalent to ripping out someone’s fingernails. Cat has been having issues with accepting liquid medications and when asked to switch to capsules which are both available options for the medications he’s taking they dance around it as if it’s a difficult task to go fill a damn prescription. Overall rushed experience. Do not recommend using a corporate “vet” for your source of pet care, especially one inside of a corporate pet store such at PetSmart who is notorious for providing low quality conditions for the animals they are selling, as well as spreading blatant misinformation about the care needed for said animals in order to sell more. They also get their animals from mills. If you want adequate and high quality service, go to a local vet clinic such as Azalea or Sherwood, where money isn’t their main priority. EDIT: their “insurance” is also an absolute scam.

Aug 4, 2023