Banfield Pet Hospital

4.2 (111 reviews)
4400 Fort Jackson Blvd Ste 300, Columbia, SC 29209, 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 – 5:00 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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4.7 Adoro 11
4.5 AKC 1,798
4.4 ASPCA 12,188
4.9 Embrace 19,918
4.9 Fetch 5,718
4.1 Figo 2,854
4.4 Hartville 182
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,273
4.8 Lemonade 831
4.6 ManyPets 2,414
4.7 MetLife 10,490
4.8 Nationwide 25,460
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,160
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,815
4.7 Pumpkin 3,417
4.6 Spot 11,372
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

111 reviews

I have a senior dog that gets very anxious about the vet and can become reactive during visits. We stopped going to our previous vet for this reason, it seemed like every time we went her anxiety would just get worse and it would become very difficult to examine her or give shots. I needed to get her shots up to date so I made an appointment here. The receptionists are very nice, organized, and professional. The vet and the tech that worked with us were also kind and professional. I could tell they are truly great at their jobs and that they really care about pets. They were so patient and my dog eventually warmed up to them a little bit, which shocked me in a good way. She even wagged her tail a few times once the shots were done with. As a new patient they got us set up with a wellness plan and it is very affordable. I can't thank the team here enough for taking care of my dog. She is like my child and I love her so much. The way she was treated made me very happy, and we are so glad we made the switch.

Jun 28, 2023

I have been taking my dogs to the Garner's Ferry Banfield for 3 years. One of my dogs recently developed congestive heart failure and was struggling to breathe. I called and they saw her immediately, in the middle of a very busy afternoon. 3 days later, she is much more comfortable and her breathing has calmed considerably. Everyone at this location, from the front desk staff to the doctors, are caring and compassionate. I highly recommend this practice to anyone looking for a vet.

Jun 19, 2023

I took my two puppies to Columbia Garner’s Ferry Banfield this morning. One, a 7 month old recent shelter rescue, was there for her first vet visit ever. The other, a 1.5 year old pup, was there for the first time at Banfield. Both are around 50 lbs. We were never taken to an exam room. I sat on a bench in the PetSmart with two incredibly over-stimulated 50 lb puppies for over an hour. They were taken back individually for shots and tests, which amounted to maybe 10 minutes each. We were never seen by a vet. The only interactions my pups had were with the receptionists (excellent) and a vet tech who couldn’t manage to give an oral vaccine or scan for a microchip for one puppy. To clarify, the recent shelter adoptee was never seen by a vet. A vet never even spoke to me. I have no idea about the health of my dogs because the vet tech simply left the rabies tag and pills on the bench beside me in the store and said the fecal tests were negative. I got no information about the blood work. I got no information about vaccine side effects. I got no information about the physical health of the shelter pup or my older pup. Meanwhile, an exam room sat visibly empty while my incredibly stressed older dog was left to howl and I was left to manage two puppies. Edited to Add: I posted this review, called the Banfield in question, and emailed corporate. The only action taken was for the Banfield manager to get a vet on the phone with me (NOT the vet who signed off on my dogs' visit mind you). Banfield has a culture of passing the buck so no one is responsible and no one actually remedies a situation.

Jul 18, 2023

EXTREMELY convenient and affordable payment plans for keeping your pet vaccinated and protected from fleas, ticks, and heartworms as well as spay/neuter and groomed. There are multiple levels of care as well as flexible payment options that give you the option of when the monthly payments are drafted. The comfort of knowing that if an emergency occurs, we don't have to pay an outrageous vet bill and we can keep our puppy protected and pest free. We were fortunate enough to get a puppy from the last litter our family dog Reesie had before he passed away from heartworms. We were ignorant as to how heartworms are contracted and what they do to animals so this time, with Reesie's daughter Rosie we are able to make sure she's protected and well cared for. WELL WORTH IT!

May 13, 2022

First time here! Staff were great and explained everything. He was examined and got the prescription we asked for along with prescriptions for issues that were found! They explained how when to use the prescriptions and handed us a packets with everything we needed to know about his issues. They also cut his nails for us. Edit: he’s mocking his boxer sisters smile in the recent photo! Nails by Banfield 😂

Sep 15, 2022