Banfield Pet Hospital

4.3 (262 reviews)
8560 Stirling Rd Ste 106, Hollywood, FL 33024, USA

Hours

Monday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 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.

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4.9 Adoro 34
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,250
4.9 Embrace 20,008
4.9 Fetch 5,987
4.1 Figo 2,876
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,406
4.8 Lemonade 834
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,561
4.7 Nationwide 25,788
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,529
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,884
4.7 Pumpkin 3,624
4.6 Spot 11,667
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

262 reviews

The Davie-Pine island location is amazing. I really wish that I went to them a lot sooner I didn’t discover them until the last three months of my elderly pet who was in my life my best friend, my everything from the doctors to the receptionist to the nurses I had not met one provider there that did not take care of her as if she was their own they put me in such ease that when she passed on her 19th birthday day they were all amazing and patient with me and my family. And after she passed, I received the sweetest note from the staff with her paw print in the card. The other location that I went to that was five minutes from me didn’t do that with my other dog passed away, and I will recommend this location to anyone.

May 11, 2026

I had a wonderful experience with this Banfield location from start to finish. The office called to remind me that my dog’s dental cleaning was due. Scheduling the appointment over the phone was quick and easy. When I arrived, I was greeted with friendly smiles and promptly assisted into a waiting room. The nurse walked me through the paperwork thoroughly, and took the time to reassure me and address all of my concerns, which I truly appreciated. After the procedure, the veterinarian personally called me with great news and provided a convenient pickup window. They also refilled my dog’s heartworm prescription during the visit, which was incredibly helpful. My dog handled the anesthesia very well and experienced no adverse effects—just a bit of sleepiness for the day. Now he’s back to his playful, silly self! Thank you so much to the entire team for taking such excellent care of my pup. It truly means the world to me. I’ll absolutely be returning for future visits and vaccine updates. Happy holidays!

Dec 17, 2025

I unfortunately would not recommend using banfield for their optimum wellness plan. I had several issues with them regarding the plan, and therefore opted not to renew with them. First—things you think would be included in preventative care wellness for animals were not. Prepare to be charged (nickel and dimed) for anything like nail trimmings or anal gland expressions. Next, I paid for a neuter—which I never did because they were trying to charge me extra. I originally scheduled my dog’s neuter and banfield called me and canceled because their vet was no longer available to do the surgery (this cancelation was completely on banfield, I was ready to bring him in). What the egregious part was—when I was ready to reschedule they wanted to charge me for additional bloodwork (bc now it was over 2 weeks from his last bloodwork). How ridiculous. I was told the manager was going to call me back to discuss, but she never did. I also asked to speak to vet regarding the issue, and was told the vet had no say in this by the person who answered my phone call. That itself let me know what kind of practice this was. Another thing I hated, they do all the dog exams and administer shots in the back where you can’t even be with your pet. Scares me to know what could be going on back there without you to see it. The optimum wellness plan really doesn’t end up saving you any money at all. It’s just a ploy to get your money. You can find lower cost vets and fill medications at cheaper places (Costco was much cheaper for flea and tick medicine)

May 8, 2026

Absolutely loved my visit! It was my first time and Dr. Lazerson left me feeling calm and happy that my kitten is healthy! I highly recommend this clinic! Everyone was so nice and attentive

Nov 22, 2025

Ashley the manager told me they can't use comprehensive bloodwork done just 3 days prior to get approved for a dental cleaning because it wasn't done at their location. They want to charge full price to duplicate that test. This is completely unheard of. I feel terrible for anyone who figures this out during an exam and has to choose between losing their $73 exam fee or paying hundreds of dollars for a duplicate test.

May 11, 2026