Banfield Pet Hospital® - Metairie provides quality and attentive health and wellness care for dog, cat and small animal pet patients. Our veterinarians and staff are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership and preventive health care with a full-service medical facility offering general services like routine vaccinations, microchipping, dental and surgical care and more. We are accepting new patients now.
Many customers praised the veterinarians and staff for their compassion and genuine care for pets.
Customer Service Issues
Several reviews highlighted poor customer service experiences, including long wait times and unresponsive staff.
Mixed Experiences
While some customers had positive experiences, others reported serious concerns about misdiagnoses and treatment errors.
Drop-off Policy
Many customers expressed dissatisfaction with the drop-off appointment policy, preferring to be present during their pet's examination.
Pricing Concerns
Customers noted that services were often perceived as expensive, with some feeling pressured into unnecessary treatments.
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Javier Ayala
Oct 17, 2025
5.0
Dr. Cross is truly the best veterinarian ever! He’s incredibly compassionate, patient, and genuinely cares for every animal he sees. You can tell he treats our dogs as if they were his own with kindness, warmth, and respect. Every visit, he takes the time to explain things clearly and make sure our pets are comfortable and well cared for. We’re so grateful to have a vet like Dr. Cross. It’s rare to find someone who loves animals the way he does!
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NASW New Orleans
Sep 15, 2025
1.0
This has been the WORST experience. I would NOT recommend this facility to anyone. They made a HORRIBLE mistake with my pet. IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR PET - DON'T USE THIS FACILITY.
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Kristy Robbins
Sep 15, 2025
1.0
HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE!!!! Do NOT bring your pet here!!! These people will not return your call regardless of what your emergency or how established you are with them!!
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Meghan Williams
Mar 20, 2024
5.0
My pets have received wonderful care here. I have always felt informed about the options for my animals but not pressured into something that is not financially feasible for my situation. I have always been treated with respect and compassion, and have seen that care given to my animals as well. The only thing I dislike is that there are no in-room exams. Everything is drop off. That being said, when I have expressed concern over my dog’s anxiety, the team made a point to move her up on the schedule so that she would be seen much faster.
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Kimberly Mayeaux
Aug 11, 2018
4.0
Love the staff, but sometimes they're not properly staffed...had a drop off appointment and had to wait about 20 mins just to drop them off...good service, and I trust their vets with both of my dogs!
Frequently Asked Questions About Banfield Pet Hospital
Does Banfield provide emergency care services?
No, but you can call us during hospital hours for urgent care advice. Depending on the situation, we can help provide a referral for urgent care, specialty providers, or to an emergency hospital. During non-hospital hours, please contact your local emergency hospital.
Can I get veterinary care online?
To help pets and their people stay healthy, Banfield clients who have Optimum Wellness Plans® can get remote general pet care advice and triage support directly from a veterinarian 24/7 through Vet Chat™ on the Banfield app.
What preventive pet health care services does Banfield offer?
We believe that preventive care is the most effective way to keep your pet healthy throughout all stages of life. Our pet hospitals offer many preventive care treatments, including:
• Vaccinations
• Dental Care
• Parasite Control
• Nutritional Counseling
• Behavioral Counseling
• Comprehensive Examinations
What is an Optimum Wellness Plan?
Optimum Wellness Plans are designed to provide annual preventive care. They include head-to-tail exams, vaccines, early screening diagnostics, consultations for proper nutrition, dental care and more! Since wellness plans are not insurance, they do not include treatment for unpredictable or abnormal conditions, however discounts would apply. Because pets need ongoing preventive care, wellness plans automatically renew at the end of each twelve month period (unless paid in full at enrollment).
How do I pay for an Optimum Wellness Plan?
You can spread the cost of your wellness plan across the 12 months of your annual agreement to make it easier to budget for the essential health care your pet needs. Your monthly payments can be automatically withdrawn from a checking or savings account or charged to a credit card so that you don’t have to worry about them once you enroll. We also offer the option of paying in full if you prefer.
What kind of appointment do I have?
• In-room appointments: You and your pet visit the vet together. Please arrive a few minutes before your appointment time
• Drop-off appointments: If you have a drop-off appointment, we will communicate a time to drop off your pet. Keep your phone nearby and we’ll call you when your pet is ready for pickup.
• Optimum Wellness Plans® Virtual Visits: If you have an Optimum Wellness Plan and scheduled a Virtual Visit, you’ll save valuable time and get quality care from the comfort of your home.
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