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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | 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
136 reviews
I will never bring my dog back to this place. I don’t remember the vet that saw us. But she thought my dog was too skinny and came at me and my wife like we were abusing him with this accusatory tone. This photo was taken right after the appointment. I love my dog and think he looks great! And we take good care of him and he gets a lot of exercise. So her tone was bull. And if she thought he needed some extra weight she could have said so like a normal person. Not act as if the dog is being neglected. As you can see he is healthy and definitely not malnourished.
May 1, 2023
If I could leave less than one star I would. They have 0 bedside manners for the animals and are to busy rushing to treat the animal properly. The treated my dog so terrible that he is traumatized from the vet, and they blamed his behavior on him be aggressive when they simply refused to treat him with any respect. If they had said hello and been friendly it would have been more productive than simply shoving medication down his throat. I will never bring my dog back.
Sep 14, 2023
I have tried to schedule my dog's comprehensive exam for 3 weeks. Everytime I've called, the voice message states " they are closed". I've left three messages to schedule my dog. I pay a monthly fee for this service. What is going on with Banfield vet in Arden?
Oct 5, 2023
I’ve spent thousands of dollars and have purchased multiple wellness plans over a 7-year period. I’m not sure exactly when the level of care changed but I noticed a difference in 2020 and blamed it on Covid. I regret ever continuing to go to this location after Dr. Burgee and Dr. Reynolds left and agree with the person that stated, “go anywhere else”. I was under the impression that the wellness plan was saving me money and it definitely wasn’t. I have been getting our dog’s teeth cleaned for 6-7 years at Banfield and to see what our dog’s teeth look like after getting them cleaned at another vet is astonishing. The last time I got our dog’s teeth cleaned at this Banfield almost exactly a year ago the head vet at the time (different head vets, vets, and staff every 6-8 months) told me that my dog’s teeth were so bad he would require an additional cleaning a year. I remember looking at his teeth after being “cleaned” at this location last year and they were still yellowish/brown. The reason I continued to get the Wellness plan for him was due to the costs associated with yearly teeth cleanings yet right after getting his teeth cleaned, I was recommended to get a second cleaning? He recently had his teeth cleaned at a different vet’s office and his teeth look the whitest they have ever looked and his breathe doesn’t smell bad. Just look on the board regarding the number of pets being seen in one day and how they continue to get people signed up for wellness plans even though you can’t even book an appointment when your pet is actually sick. If they are able to “work” your sick pet in then be prepared to leave your sick pet there for 5-8 hours. Think about the amount of turnover at this location and make sure if you do take your pets to this location that you save ALL of their records including ALL tests results. Remember that Banfield is a corporation and remember what the bottom line of a corporation is and does that align with the care that you want for your pets? I only went to other Banfield locations before going to this Banfield so had nothing to compare the level of care that your pets should receive at a vet’s office. Once I got out of this system, I felt guilty for ever being involved in Banfield at all.
Jun 4, 2023
Very thorough and detailed today. Wellness plans are great to pay monthly for exams and...
Jun 14, 2023
Veterinarians in Arden, North Carolina
Avery Creek Pet Hospital
565 Long Shoals Rd # 105, Arden, NC 28704, USA(828) 651-8868
Banfield Pet Hospital
3 McKenna Rd, Arden, NC 28704, USA(828) 681-0519
Bright Vet
335 Airport Rd #200, Arden, NC 28704, USA(828) 998-2855
Pinnacle Animal Hospital
200 Julian Ln Ste 240, Arden, NC 28704, USA(828) 676-2332
Western Carolina Veterinary Surgery
1 Atkins St, Arden, NC 28704, USA(828) 684-0019
WNC Veterinary Hospital
2 Pond St, Arden, NC 28704, USA(828) 684-3531