Banfield Pet Hospital
3.7 (154) 45050 Northpointe Blvd, Utica, MI 48315, USAHours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Banfield Pet Hospital
Schedule Regular Vet Visits
One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.
Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions
Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.
Pet Insurance
Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?
Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 895 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,059 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 20,318 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 27,453 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,791 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 177 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,767 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 815 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,428 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 5,950 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,417 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.4 | PetPartners | 117 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 14,149 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 2,574 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 9,917 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion | 62,992 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,475 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask
Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:
Tell me about your experience with [pet type].
Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.
How do you handle emergencies?
You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.
How do you communicate with pet owners?
Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.
Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?
Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.
Do you have any questions for me about my pet?
This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.
Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?
Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.
Reviews from Google
Cannot save enough good things about Banfield Utica. I have been taking my fur babies here for over 13 years. They helped me through the loss of my dog who passed last year and was the first pup that I brought Banfield too. You are treated like family here. The whole staff is wonderful but I have to shout out Dr. Drew for being one of the best vets I have worked with. I trust him completely with all 4 of my animals. I will continue to go to Banfield as long as he is there. Alicia, Gina, Mia and Sabrina are a few others that go above and beyond for me and my pets.
posted: 06/26/2024
Very accommodating friendly staff. Highly recommend. Great wellness plan, check it out! Pam, as sweet as they come...
posted: 07/26/2024
They keep refusing to cancel my service, and keep attempting to say I somehow owe hundreds of dollars in fees if THEY DO cancel even though I've taken my dog in for a SINGLE check-up with no procedures done, she was going to have a dental cleaning but couldn't because of a heart condition, so NOW they keep scheduling dental cleanings for her without my permission. This place is a plague and a pox to anyone who loves their pets and seeks the highest quality care, avoid them at all costs
posted: 11/16/2023
Been using Banfield pet hospital, Utica for over a decade, I've always been treated right and my dog is always taken good care of. Good pricing also, love the pet health insurance plans they offer.
posted: 07/02/2018
Took my two kittens here because I needed to get them checked out during my first week after taking them home and couldn't get a basic checkup that fast anywhere that isn't a scam. They didn't do anything in the room with me and each cat was only gone maybe 5 minutes, so I doubt they actually did anything other than weigh them. The "report" they gave me had boxes for all kinds of health items for them to check and every single one was blank except the overall rating. Their weights weren't even on there. I knew they were healthy and I just needed to check the box with my rescue but I would never come back. I wouldn't put it past them to take your pet in the back for a "vaccine", do nothing, and bring them back saying they did it, happily taking your money after.
posted: 11/13/2023
Veterinarians in Utica, Michigan
Ark Veterinary Hospital
45569 Van Dyke Ave, Utica, MI 48317, USA(586) 731-1430
Banfield Pet Hospital
45050 Northpointe Blvd, Utica, MI 48315, USA(586) 803-1815
Macomb Veterinary Associates- NOW MERGED WITH ADVANCED ANIMAL HOSPITAL
48024 Van Dyke Ave, Utica, MI 48317, USAReliance Animal Hospital
45462 Van Dyke Ave, Utica, MI 48317, USA(586) 739-8390