Banfield Pet Hospital
4 (175) 10136 Two Notch Rd Ste 109c, Columbia, SC 29229, USAHours:
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 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 | 12,078 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,688 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,187 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,816 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,944 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 819 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 7,375 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,418 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 120 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 14,600 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 2,937 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,559 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 58,957 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,617 |
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
When you check in someone comes to check your pets vitals to see how serious the case is, so you are helped right away. After that I had to wait a long time, but there were so many severe cases coming in I didn't mind. It was hard not to cry with those waiting. Everyone was so worried about their pets. They have an outdoor area you can utilize as you wait, so I took my cat outside and let her walk on the leash. They also have snacks and a coffee machine that makes really good lattes, espresso, hot chocolate, etc. They also have a fancy water machine where you can get sparkling and flavored water. Most people don't feel like eating or drinking when they are worried, but it is a nice touch, especially if you have to wait a while. I think there was a TV near it as well but I was sitting on the other side. It may have been an area for children I didn't look. Even though I waited a long time the staff kept thanking me for my patience, which I thought was nice, even the vet herself was really happy I was patient. Maybe people have been hostile about waiting before. The staff works hard and never stops moving so it is important to be kind and patient. I told my vet I didn't have much money but I was really worried about my cat because she seemed to be bleeding alot from her "other end". The vet was very real with me and explained everything it could possibly be, but also explained why she thought it wasn't certain things because my cat had no other symptoms. She explained i could get xrays but it would be atleast 350, on top of whatever i had to pay for the visit. I got a worried look on my face so she further encouraged that I only needed to do that if I felt it was necessary and my cat did not have more symptoms, it would be more of a precaution than anything. I ended up not getting the xray and only payed 172$ because they gave her some dewormer just incase and something else I forgot.... but i think it was something to calm get down because they think her illness was stress related. After my great experience with the vet and other staff they have someone else go over the discharge papers so you are completely reassured and know how to further care for your pet as they recover. There was one family that had me crying in the waiting room with them. They were very worried about a kitten they had adopted. They took the kitten back for vitals and everything was okay, they family started crying tears of joy, the children started bawling as well as the dad. Since all they did was check the cat and everything was fine they did not charge the family, and I also thought that was very sweet.
posted: 02/08/2025
Banfield takes good care of my Chihuahua ( long hair) Batman very well. Only thing I wish the price for the wellness didn’t go up especially since so much is going up. It can be tough me paying the monthly fees. Other than that they definitely have great customer service and you want regret leaving your pet in their care!
posted: 06/26/2024
I was a Banfield customer with a previous pet. Our new 5 month old puppy is now a patient. I feel confident that they will give, Prince Charming(Yorkshire Terrier) the same great care as they gave Major(German Shepherd Dog). Staff professionalism and Customer Service are awesome.
posted: 08/08/2024
Dr. Panno, Haley and other care team members of Banfield Pet hospital spring valley, treated him very well. After surgery they took care of him . He recovered very quickly and they called check his status.
posted: 09/24/2025
They are the best team! Batman he definitely loves them, they will treat your pet like it’s there own!!
posted: 07/02/2025
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