Banfield Pet Hospital

4.2 (161 reviews)
2601 Housley Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401, 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.

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Rating Provider Total Review
4.7 Adoro 11
4.5 AKC 1,798
4.4 ASPCA 12,184
4.9 Embrace 19,916
4.9 Fetch 5,712
4.1 Figo 2,853
4.4 Hartville 182
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,269
4.8 Lemonade 831
4.6 ManyPets 2,414
4.7 MetLife 10,419
4.8 Nationwide 25,440
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,156
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,814
4.7 Pumpkin 3,410
4.6 Spot 11,364
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

4.2

161 reviews

Banfield is the worst. You think you're receiving the best service until your dog is dead. This place and the veterinarian are great, but customer service to just cancel your insurance is awful. I called customer service and told them to terminate my insurance seven months ago because my dog died. They kept taking my money and I kept paying for pet bill insurance for my dog that had been dead for seven months. Yes, I understand it's a payment plan, however, for a person that's still mourning the death of their dog, Banfield should have the decency to inform us that we will get charged again if we don't call for a second termination to cancel our dead dog's insurance. Why do I need to call a second time to terminate my deceased pet's insurance, when I called the first time to terminate the insurance? My dog has been dead for more than seven months, he's not coming back to life, so why do I need to call for a second termination? Were you hoping for my dog to come back to life? The representative on the phone still charged me and didn't even bother to reimburse me. They show no remorse; they just want to take your money. I will never use Banfield nor will I ever let any of my family members use Banfield again.

Nov 27, 2024

My Yorkie has been on the preferred care plan for almost 9 years now. Spreading out the cost for her care has been more manageable with the plan. The staff at reception are very helpful in making appointments especially if there is an emergency. I have seen all the veterinarians at this location and feel the quality of care is high. When my family has had to use their euthanasia service for our 3 elder cats dying of kidney failure, the doctors and staff are very kind and comforting.

Aug 8, 2024

Zero stars for this location- they refuse to make our 14 year old dog comfortable and require us to pay out of pocket for an Xray for treatment, we pay for the Banfield insurance plan and Xray still runs $400+. Our dog was evaluated twice by this vet office in recent weeks and diagnosed with what they believe is an infective respiratory illness that he had been vaccinated for and he continues to have airway issues a few days into his second round of antibiotics - audible wheezing, nonstop coughing, and difficulty breathing. We called the office multiple times asking if he could be prescribed something to help with his symptoms and were told not until he has an Xray. When asked to schedule a visit to discuss this urgent matter with the vet were offered an appointment 3 days later. Our dog CAN'T breath and seems so uncomfortable! These are their solutions- Do not take your pet here! Medical decision making is a personal decision and we have a right to choose the diagnostic measures within our means and are disgusted with the refusal to provide alternative options when we choose to make our pet comfortable!

Nov 26, 2024

I’ve been coming here since 2014, I have a 4lb yorkie, the service was great up until Covid. Now, they are always booked and they won’t pickup the phone to schedule appointments. I called them all day and got no answer so I walked into the store and saw for myself, employees are chatting and ignoring the phone. I ask them if the phone works and call them at the same time, well apparently the ringer is off and the woman says you have to leave a message and they will call you back. They don’t call you back and why won’t someone pick up the phone instead of chatting with your coworker. Unbelievable and really frustrating.

Sep 25, 2024

Techs were SUPER SWEET to my baby girl Pepper during her visit to have her teeth cleaned. She was really scared because it was her first time there, and they took the time to ensure she was warm, and let her know that she was safe with them. I’ll forever be grateful! The tech was even sweet enough to send me pics since I couldn’t be there with my baby. So considerate of them! I’m beyond happy!🥰

Nov 3, 2020