Banfield Pet Hospital
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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.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Adoro | 19 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,800 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,208 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,958 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,838 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,865 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 182 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,328 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 10,978 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,594 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,279 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,848 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,492 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,493 |
| 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
258 reviews
I had a horrible experience with this hospital today. I have had their wellness plan for more than 10 years. They called me to schedule my free "included in my wellness plan" dental cleaning appointment (it is done while they put the dog under anesthesia). I brought my dog for a routine dental cleaning appointment, after a couple of hours, the doctor called me and said that the blood work looked good, but he had concerns about his heard and recommended to see the cardiologist to avoid the heart complications. I agreed, dental cleaning was cancelled. I came to pick up my dog and they told me that I needed to pay 200 dollars extra for blood test which was included for my his dental cleaning appointment( when the dog goes under anesthesia), but since the dog didn't go under anesthesia, blood test was not covered. Allison (the girl from front office) could not explain why, she was just repeating like robot: blood test is included in your dental cleaning appointment, but since your dog didn't go under anesthesia, you need to pay 200 dollars. 1) If blood work is not covered without anesthesia, why did they even do a blood test, if they saw that the dog had a heart issue? 2) My dog has two free "included in my wellness plan" annual visits, one with anesthesia and one and one without anesthesia, so why they could not switch this visit to visit with no anesthesia, so i don't need to pay extra 200 dolls. I have the feeling that this clinic purposely made the patient to pay more money! When I asked to talk to the administrator, guess what?? Administrator was busy attending another meeting :). I am cancelling my wellness plan with them and transferring my dog to another hospital.
Aug 3, 2023
This is my second time going to this place, and the staff there is amazing! However; the service isn’t great. You can’t go in the back with your dog like other vets, the doctor calls you but doesn’t really give you a clear explanation on things. I have a tight budget and thought I found a vet that was reasonably, only to be put into the same position as the other vets. The last time I went to this location which was a month ago, I paid less than what I paid today and for the same thing which really frustrates me, especially since they don’t have a financial plan. I didn’t get the results I was hoping for, but for a small clinic its not worm or welcoming and to not be able to go into the back with my dog sucks.
Aug 18, 2023
My dog lives this place, he has high anxiety and does not allow many to touch him let alone work on him. The staff have taken the time to make sure he is comfortable and work with him. The young tech with green hair is exceptional and deserves a raise my dog trusts her and that’s saying a lot.
Jun 26, 2023
Great experience, needed to be seen last minute and they were clearly very busy. The young woman at the front desk who was pregnant was very helpful and sweet. Although my kitty didn't let anyone examine her this time, they reassured me she would be okay until I bring her in for her scheduled exam and dental cleaning in a couple days. Thanks Banfield Maplewood!
Jun 19, 2023
Absolutely horrible. We met with a vet before traveling with our dog and were told to sign up for the optimum wellness plan. We said that we didn't want to commit to a year long plan because we were re-locating somewhere without a banfield in just a few weeks - she told us it is easy to cancel --IT IS NOT. Scam.
Jun 3, 2023