Banfield Pet Hospital

3.7 (228 reviews)
8460 Tamarack Village, Woodbury, MN 55125, 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 8:00 AM – 4:00 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.

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
4.7 Adoro 11
4.5 AKC 1,798
4.4 ASPCA 12,175
4.9 Embrace 19,903
4.9 Fetch 5,674
4.1 Figo 2,852
4.4 Hartville 182
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,244
4.8 Lemonade 831
4.6 ManyPets 2,414
4.7 MetLife 10,283
4.8 Nationwide 25,399
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,110
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,802
4.7 Pumpkin 3,372
4.6 Spot 11,323
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

3.7

228 reviews

Excellent services from Dr Miller and her staff. I appreciate your patience in educating me on the health of my fur baby. Uhtred had a physical, vaccinations, and microchip. The staff is amazing, knowledgeable, and kind. Thank you for the best Vet experience.

Jan 2, 2024

I have been bringing this gem here for 17 years on the Banfield plan. The staff is lovely, and they take great care of your pups. I will also be trying out the grooming in the Woodbury location as I acquired three fluffy pups. Banfield... you have always done great! Thanks for taking care of Peanut for all these years. RIP Nut... 17 years strong! (Jack Russell).

Dec 1, 2023

Horrible experience with banfield in general and thought going to a different location would help. Wrong. The said my dog had a thyroid issue and didn’t explain anything, didn’t call to go over labs or return our calls regarding concerns. Instead they gave us thyroid medication for an “issue” that they stated my dog had. Turns out they overdosed his thyroid, didn’t take any time or call us regarding our concerns. Went to a different pet hospital (actual hospital that cares for animals not treats them like a dollar sign). Immediately stopped medication to find he was being overdosed on medication, he never had a thyroid problem and they said after reviewing the labs from banfield, what they even saw wasn’t a thyroid problem. Took time off the medication and he’s finally recovering from their lack of care, turns out wasn’t even an issue to start with. Not to mention how many times we called to cancel our so called “wellness” plan they refused to send us confirmation and said they’d give us a free month even after hearing about our horrible experiences and didn’t even provide that. Don’t get the wellness plan or banfield, go to an actual pet hospital that’s not run by these types of companies.

Jul 26, 2024

Dr. Lemay is the absolute best veterinarian I've taken my dogs to see. My boys deserve the best and he is exactly that. I always book appointments with him if possible. He genuinely cares about the pets he examines and will tell you plain and simple what you can do or not have to do to help your pet. I will continue visiting this Banfield location, even though others are closer to my home, because of Dr. Lemay.

Sep 2, 2021

The ladies that work here are so amazing with all the animals I see them help every time my two dogs and I go.

Jul 23, 2024