Banfield Pet Hospital

4.3 (220 reviews)
1426 Harvard Ave, Seattle, WA 98122, 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 – 6:00 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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Rating Provider Total Review
4.7 Adoro 11
4.5 AKC 1,798
4.4 ASPCA 12,184
4.9 Embrace 19,917
4.9 Fetch 5,715
4.1 Figo 2,854
4.4 Hartville 182
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,271
4.8 Lemonade 831
4.6 ManyPets 2,414
4.7 MetLife 10,468
4.8 Nationwide 25,450
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,160
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,815
4.7 Pumpkin 3,413
4.6 Spot 11,370
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

4.3

220 reviews

Absolutely love the team here. I've had so many mixed experiences at other locations, but it's been nothing but the best here. I feel listened to and that they truly care for my pets needs and my own. Never salesy, always helpful. Thank you Capitol Hill team! :)

Aug 10, 2023

I brought my dog in for what I thought was a walk-in appointment at a scheduled time. It turns out it was a drop-off appointment and I had to wait 2 hours. After my dog was seen for a raised bump on her skin, I was told it's nothing to worry about. The next day, the bump is getting bigger. Additionally, they failed to notice an abrasion on my dog's leg that I noticed the day after the appointment. Seems like something that would have been noticed if I'm paying for the check-up. Not sure what I even paid for. This was my 2nd time at a Banfield, and it was a completely different experience than my 1st time at a different location

May 28, 2023

Same as others, super bad time management. I made an appointment at 9am. I was told it would be around 30 mins at first, in which i was surprised because it usually takes around an hour or more. After they called it would be an hour and half, waited an hour and fourty minutes, was told that my cat still hasn’t even been seen, and longer waits are needed without any estimate time. After all it said it was a drop off time lol then why bother set the timeframe for scheduling.

Aug 10, 2023

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I have 2 dogs that I take here. They treat my dogs fine. My only complaint is that checking in takes at least half an hour. You can be early, on time, or 5 mins late. Without fail, always takes 20-45 mins. This is consistently a problem for early morning drop offs. Sometimes walk ins are accommodated before those with appointments because it's first come first serve, which can be frustrating when you're trying to get to work on time. Even when everyone has an appointment and everyone has to get to work, for whatever reason the check in is super slow. Staff is friendly, just slow for check in. There could be three people at reception, but once one takes a pet back after check in, they don't come back out. Banfield has an easy pet plan, so it's convenient and I'll stick with them. I just wish this location was a little quicker with check-in. Prioritize those with appointments at least. Why have an appointment for drop offs, if the real drop off time is half an hour later? I've been to several Banfields in different states and in busier cities. Those locations have taken maybe 15 mins to check in.

Jul 17, 2023

Friendly and got an appointment pretty quickly. Took care of my dog . He got his shots and some medication for his condition. Overall pretty satisfied with customer experience.

Jul 26, 2023