Banfield Pet Hospital
3.8 (50) 26761 Aliso Creek Rd, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, 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 – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 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 | 891 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,713 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,627 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 10,616 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,975 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,332 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 625 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,053 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,829 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,550 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
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
I am so grateful that I met Dr. Khamenehli in Banfeild pet hospital. He has always been so patient with all my questions about my dog. He has such a kind heart for animals and so knowledgeable. I have had several appointments with him for my dog and every time he was so patient and explain everything in detail for us. I so appreciate his full attention to his patients and owners. I really trust him and his good intentions toward his patients .
posted: 10/22/2022
We have 3 cats. Youngest 1 just turned 5 months monday We have 2 year old,The oldest is 4 yrs old. Our oldest cat was 17 almost 18 yrs old when he passed. And Banfield was great with helping us make the right decision. All of our animals have gone there and we will continue to take them. The staff is amazing,caring.Have never had any problems with them. Our vet is so great with the cats.
posted: 08/23/2022
Went to the Aliso Creek Banfield for the second time since moving to the area. I asked the front desk clerk (Kayla) for 1 dose of the First Shield Trio for my dog Max. My dog Max is 12 yrs old & has been getting this flea, tick & mosquito protectant since he was 1 or 2yrs old. No one at any Banfield location has EVER told me Max needed a yearly physical in order for me to purchase, until today...SMH. Kayla decided to make me wait at the counter while she walked to the back & "checked with the lead" to make sure Max didn't need a physical (it was a long wait, just to be asking this question). I already tried explaining to this girl that no physical has ever been needed, but she insisted. She came back with the trio, but I did not purchase. Her energy and customer service was horrible. I will definitely not be returning to this location.
posted: 12/17/2022
When you take your healthy pet in for a routine dental procedure (or any other for that matter) ask if an anesthesiologist will be present. Apparently one was not present when my cat cocoa was having a tooth extraction. Cocoa suffered severe brain damage as a result of low oxygen during the surgery, he lived another absolutely miserable year before we had to put him to sleep. Cocoa was such a good kitty with the potential for many more happy years on this earth, the way he left was traumatic for everyone to say the least… RIP Cocoa Glenn
posted: 11/25/2022
Stay away, scammers, thief, they are scamming the Costa Mesa people making you sign on a credit card machine a contract that literally they DO NOT SHOW YOU, they DO NOT EXPLAIN YOU, and they catch you for years on a monthly membership that is complete useless. When you go to complain, they laugh on your face, and they write on a piece of paper a corporate phone number, good luck trying to reach someone there,, when you finally get someone they tell you that you sign a contract and they will still charging you the time they want.. THIS IS A SCAM, THEY STEALING MONEY PLAYING with your lovely pet, doing BAD BUSINESSES, UNETHICAL, UNPROFESSIONAL, EVERYTHING WHAT IS BAD ON BUSINESSES!! EVERY TIME I WENT THERE WERE OTHER CUSTOMERS YELLING, COMPLAINING, for bad treatment, for money problems, PLEASE DO NOT FALL ON THIS THIEF HANDS, find a real vet for your loved friends! This is a BAD PLACE!
posted: 02/14/2023