Banfield Pet Hospital
3.6 (239) 1212 4th St SE Suite 190, Washington, DC 20003, 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 – 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 | 891 |
4.5 | ASPCA | 11,758 |
4.9 | Embrace | 17,177 |
4.9 | Fetch | 19,098 |
4.2 | Figo | 2,602 |
4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,008 |
4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
4.6 | ManyPets | 2,344 |
4.0 | MetLife | 652 |
4.8 | Nationwide | 21,407 |
4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
4.5 | PetPartners | 113 |
4.3 | Pets Best | 12,236 |
4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
4.6 | Spot | 7,050 |
4.9 | Trupanion | 74,126 |
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 have been with Banfield over 10 years and this is absolutely the worst I have ever had the displeasure of dealing with. They never call you back. You have to hound them to pick up simple medications. They leave you on hold for 10, 20 minutes I’ve had to call them back while still having them on the other line and they still act like they don’t know who that they were speaking to!! the most unprofessional Dr. West will never get back to you. She’s always in surgery or she’s always out of the office they only have one doctor what what kind of practice does this? This is completely unacceptable. They even recommended that I go to another Banfield so that I can get my medication for my pet faster. Who does this seriously avoid them if you can can!!!!
posted: 06/06/2023
I was hesitant to use Banfield because the brand is a big corporate national chain, but the staff at this location gave me the personal service and care of a kind neighbor. They could not have been more professional, courteous, and accommodating. I highly recommend them.
posted: 07/25/2023
We sent my dog here several times and had a fine experience. The poor rating is really because it has been impossible to contact anyone at this location about my dog’s prescription. She has bad allergies and has a prescription for apoquel that is on monthly order at Chewy. I got a notification that she needed to be seen again before another refill. Her next check up is not for another month, and there sure are no openings any sooner than several weeks from now. I have been calling for DAYS trying to reach someone about the prescription refill. The first time, I was put on hold for 15 minutes before I was forced to hang up due to a meeting. The other 5 times I’ve called, nobody has picked up the phone. I left a message on Tuesday and still nothing. She is almost out of her medicine and she will then proceed to be so itchy that she will clip her own side fur itching. Ridiculous that it is this hard to get in touch with her provider. We will be moving to another vet that is more responsive.
posted: 03/30/2023
We made an appointment (2 month wait time) for a dental cleaning. The morning of the cleaning, I dropped my dog off. At drop off- no concerns were noted. And more importantly they completed intake and TOOK MY DOG. Several hours later I received a phone call that my appointment no longer existed. The vet claimed I had cancelled the appointment- but could provide no records. I wonder why they completed intake for an appointment that didn’t exist? When I went to pick the dog up- I was charged $75 for that phone call. Because it “took time out of the tech’s day” I am filing a complaint with the Better Business Bureau and disputing all charges. Please do not trust the business practices at this company. They cost me a day of time off from work. My dog spent the day in a cage for no reason, they swindled us for money, and my pet didn’t receive the medical care that he needed.
posted: 04/12/2023
I regret not reading the reviews before ever taking my puppy here!! It all makes sense now. Besides being impossible to reach my problem stems from trying to access my "DNA" results for my pup. My dog received an DNA test here (which is included in her Wellness plan) in early March here it is June and I still have not heard anything back. What really bothered me was the lack of professionalism, lack of effort and the disrespect I received from the manager Erica. As someone who pays a monthly wellness plan for my dog I am not satisfied and truly unhappy with the service received.
posted: 06/01/2023
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