Banfield Pet Hospital

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3396 Murphy Canyon Rd (at I-15 / Aero)
San Diego, CA 92123

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(858) 384-1408
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Banfield Pet Hospital - San Diego, CA
Banfield Pet Hospital - San Diego, CA
Banfield Pet Hospital - San Diego, CA
Banfield Pet Hospital - San Diego, CA
Banfield Pet Hospital - San Diego, CA
Banfield Pet Hospital - San Diego, CA
Banfield Pet Hospital - San Diego, CA
Banfield Pet Hospital - San Diego, CA
Banfield Pet Hospital - San Diego, CA
Banfield Pet Hospital - San Diego, CA
Banfield Pet Hospital - San Diego, CA
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We have a siberian husky and she can be very shy and antsy around new people but they were very friendly with her here and tried very hard to make her feel comfortable with them b...

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I only went to Banfield instead of my regular vet because it was after 5:30pm. The Banfield Vet did not come back and explain the results after they completed the expensive tests...

BEWARE 7/21/2010

BEWARE BEWARE\r Hands don't the worst thing you could ever do to your pet or your pocket. My Girl Friend and I had our can on a wellness plan for the past five months. The only time that she was seen, was the day we signed up. The can was recently eaten by a coyote so there is no need for the service, but they want us to either pay their inflated prices (which are (10 time what any other place charges) or pay for the next five months for an animal that does not exist. Our dog is also on the plan and every time we go in, it is like having a group of gypsies trying to swindle you. For example, they told me the only way to get a true urine sample was to stick a needle into my puppies bladder. That service was going to cost over $100.00. I also had to pick up some medicine for my dog. One Banfield told me I would need 50ml of ivermectin witch would be about $45.00, and that would last 2 weeks. Another Banfield tried to sell it to me for $160.00 and said my dog would need 60ml. more
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Terrible Business Practices 1/21/2010

Sad when a business puts the almighty dollar ahead of morals. Took my 2 cats and 1 dog in for what I thought was annual shots and advice for my cats behavior problems and they wanted to charge me $900! The vet also told me, "just so you know we don't euthanize for that". AS IF I would even do that!! I've spent years trying to get her to poop in her litter box, she's 10 now and if I wanted to just kill her I would've done it years ago! When I did agree to do an ear swab test I was handed 2 swabs and asked to swab her ears myself. Hope I did it right!! I just wanted advice and was treated like was a horrible pet mommy. more
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Banfield: poor service, expensive tests 8/29/2009

I only went to Banfield instead of my regular vet because it was after 5:30pm. The Banfield Vet did not come back and explain the results after they completed the expensive tests. Instead he sent the nurse who could not answer all of my questions and then seemed afraid to go back and ask the doctor for the ones he could not answer. I did have a coupon which saved about $100. Some of the receptionist staff are really friendly but the overall flow of care did not seem coordinated. I will not follow up with them and will instead stick to my regular vet. more
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Don't waste your money!! 8/25/2008

Ok, we have been going here for the last 9 months and they have done nothing for our dog, other than attempting to charge us with all kinds of tests. We know after taking some medication they prescribed that our dog has an allergy (either to fleas or our rabbit or both), however, they want to charge us $800 to peform an allergy test and bloodwork, instead of just prescribing the medicine because they must diagnose for certain. They want to do a liver test in order to also prescribe medicine that our friends dog is on for his allergies and his vet said nothing about doing any of these tests, yet Banfield refuses unless you pay. They are only there to make money. They don't seem to really care about the welfare of the dog, so my dog is going to suffer for a few days more until I can see a real vet. I just thought that Banfield would be lower in costs, but I was very wrong...they will get you with their push on flea meds and other diagnostics, when sometimes it is very obvious what i more
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Just OK 5/23/2008

I have had my dog on a Banfield Wellness Plan for about two years now. I have lived in three different cities and used Banfield in all of them. This isn't the worst I've seen, but it's definitely not the best. They are always very busy and the desk staff seem to get flustered pretty easily. They are not the best at taking time with you and explaining things. No one has ever been rude, but they don't go above and beyond to be nice. Luckily my dog is generally healthy so we're not in there much except for routine vaccinations. I'm considering switching to La Jolla. more
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Banfield Pet Hospital 2/16/2008

Don't fall for Banfield's "free" pet exam to introduce you to their staff and services. We were solicited for this free exam inside a Petsmart store, where the Banfield was located. The Three Stooges could have performed a better exam. The doctor was clearly not interested in performing even a cursory examination of my pet, who could have had ear, heart, eye, or dental issues which would not been discovered. Instead, we received a printed list recommending hundreds of dollars worth of blood tests and procedures, even though our pet was young and healthy. I am sure Banfield can justify their gimmicks, but they are rapidly getting a bad reputation for marketing tactics grossly contrary to the care and concern advertised on their brochures. HHhhaaachh--Ptu! more
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Bunch of inexperienced doctors that only want money for the corporation 8/13/2007

This is such a bad corporation that it seemed like the doctors and the hospital itself does NOT care anything about the animals. \r They tried to run blood test after blood tests to determine what's wrong with my dog. The thing I'm most upset about is that they had to run the same blood test twice to double check!!! This doesn't make sense except to make more money! The doctor spent 5 minutes with me not explaining anything and had a nurse come back with the bill and how much everything is going to cost! more
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You can trust them to take good care of your pet 9/10/2006

We have a siberian husky and she can be very shy and antsy around new people but they were very friendly with her here and tried very hard to make her feel comfortable with them before they took her away from us to be taken care of. The prices are reasonable and they do their best to get things done quickly. I would take my pet back here if needed. PROS: Caring staff CONS: Can be busy more
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Grooming 7/29/2005

The Banfield Pet Hospital is inside of Petsmart stores. I have a cat who hates to have her nails trimmed. I travel to this PetSmart location and they get the job done in just about under a minute. And they only charge $5. The staff is all very friendly. I have also had her get some vaccines from here as well. They are all very comfortable around animals and explain everything to you before they do it. You will know all costs up front which is nice. Recommened. And if you have to wait since you are in Petsmart it's easy and convienent to look around the store and pick up those much needed pet items. more
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Nice people working there 7/28/2005

This hospital is the best. When my housemates have dogs and they got sick, they brought their dogs to this hospital and the people took care the dog like their own. They are able to calm the dog down when the doctor were going to give a shot. I totally recommend this place if your pet is sick. more
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Comprehensive veterinary care with a focus on preventive care. We partner with our clients to help ensure your pet stays healthier longer.

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  • A great local veterinarian loves your pet (almost) as much as you do, and provides the best preventive pet healthcare – from nose to tail veterinary medical exams to vaccinations, microchipping, dental care and surgery.You'll find the vet your pet deserves at your neighborhood Banfield Pet Hospital®. We're committed to partnering with you to ensure your pet's long-term health and happiness, and your peace of mind with: • 800+ hospitals with convenient evening and weekend hours • Optimum Wellness Plans® for affordable and comprehensive year-round care• Online access to your pet's medical records with membership• And so much more!Banfield is here to take the best possible care of your furry family members. We hope to meet you and your pet soon!HistorySince 1955, Banfield veterinarians have been providing the highest standard of preventive pet healthcare, medical treatment, dental care and veterinary surgery.Dr. Warren J. Wegert's single veterinary practice in Portland has grown into more than 800 hospitals, most of which are conveniently located inside PetSmart® stores nationwide. Each hospital delivers on Dr. Wegert's vision to provide accessible, best-in-class pet care, such as, investing in the most up-to-date equipment; establishing industry-leading anesthesia protocols and innovating Optimum Wellness Plans. But make no mistake—our national size has never diluted our local sensibility. Our first priority will never change: to be your partner, and give you every resource we have to ensure your pets stay a happy and healthy part of your family, for as long as possible. Optimum Wellness Plans®Every family member deserves quality preventive care. That's why we created Optimum Wellness Plans, our one-of-a-kind, comprehensive pet health care made to keep your pets their healthiest—with more than 1.5 million pets currently enrolled. Take a look at what an Optimum Wellness Plan can do for your pet. • Unlimited FREE office visits• Routinely recommended vaccines• Comprehensive physical exams• Early screening for serious illnesses• Discounts on other Banfield products & services• Predictable, reasonable monthly payments• Convenient drop-offs, evening and weekend hours• Online access to your pet's health recordsIs an Optimum Wellness Plan Pet insurance? No, they are different. With pet insurance, you pay for coverage you may never use. But with an Optimum Wellness Plan, your veterinarian provides all the recommended preventive pet care you've paid for—helping your pet, and giving you a great value.. Our veterinarians and technicians are skilled at treating a variety of pet health concerns. From the time your dog,cat or other pet joins your family,you can count on your local Banfield veterinarian to work in partnership with you to provide the best pet healthcare available,from preventive care to surgery and more:• Emergency Care• Parasite Control• Vaccinations• Early Morning Drop-Off Service• Cardiology• Radiology• Dentistry• Dermatology• Geriatric/Senior Patient Care• Internal Medicine,• Microchip Implantation ID• Nutrition• Spay/Neuter Services• Veterinary Surgery • Wellness ExamsOther Services:• Shelter Adoption Benefits

Editorial

  • Established in 1955, full-service pet hospital for veterinary care offers preventative health care, modern facilities and wellness plans for pets.

  • 6/21/2008 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: M-Sa 8:00am - 8:00pm, Su 10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Payments: Master Card, Discover, Visa, American Express
  • Neighborhoods: Eastern, Serra Mesa, Eastern San Diego
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