Banfield Pet Hospital
4.2 (109) 2300 Harbor Blvd Ste K4, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 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 | 11,714 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 11,124 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,976 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,335 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 626 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,058 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,848 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,964 |
| 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
If zero stars can be given, that is what this company deserves. Receptionist is RUDE and very SNAPPY. Very uneducated in how to treat veterinary clientele. Uneducated in their own policies and then try to make it the owners fault when THEY give bad information. Other reviews of the manager, Kayla is very much true. Very rude. Not helpful. This establishment is a QUANTITY over quality. They rush through everything to meet their numbers quota. They are complete opposite of what a real small animal practice is. No quality. No compassion. They push the wellness plans which is a complete joke. Would say more- but nothing will ever change about this company( it’s a joke when the “owner” replies to your complaints. I’ve already reached out and no one answered). Rather go to a real veterinary practice. It’s corporate and will never be a practice. This location needs a revamp of CSCs, managers and staff. Replace with real educated members. Members with empathy, compassion and true quality customer service.
posted: 10/22/2023
Visited for the first time on October 9th to have my 3 kittens checked. Was indifferent on my opinion until the vet tech in his early 20s brought back my kittens and told me what he enjoyed about each of their different personalities which was SPOT-ON to how they are 24/7. So 5 stars for attentiveness.
posted: 10/16/2023
Called about 5 times and every time was put on hold right away and left on hold for 30 min each time. This place sucks. The banfields at pets smart are way better they actually give you time of day . I would’ve rated this place a zero if I could for Terrible service
posted: 01/06/2024
perfect blend of understanding the care needed in the moment, listening to dog an parent to figure out issues. staff is on point, an if needing a animal doctor.. going to BANFIELD ( Santa Ana, Costa Mesa) is the spot!
posted: 12/17/2023
I brought my dog in because he had been really itchy. They did a check and assured me nothing was wrong with him and that he may have allergies. Suggested I try a point injection shot - so I did. Turns out my dog has fleas. This is specifically what I asked them to check for. So not only did I purchase a $100 shot that he did not need, they failed to thoroughly check my pup.
posted: 08/16/2023
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