Banfield Pet Hospital

3.8
194 reviews
man with a dog

About

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Banfield Pet Hospital® - Apple Valley 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.

Details

  • Requires appointmentAvailable
  • RestroomAvailable
  • Wheelchair accessible restroomAvailable

Location

Banfield Pet Hospital
15050 Cedar Ave, Apple Valley, MN
55124, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.8
193 reviews
5 stars
110
4 stars
26
3 stars
8
2 stars
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1 star
39

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Staff Care

Many customers praised the staff for their genuine care and compassion towards pets, highlighting positive interactions with both the veterinary team and support staff.

Service Issues

Numerous reviews mentioned significant issues with appointment scheduling, including cancellations, lack of communication, and understaffing, leading to frustration among clients.

Cost Concerns

Several customers expressed dissatisfaction with the pricing structure, describing the wellness plan as a scam and reporting unexpected charges during visits.

Mixed Experiences

While some clients had positive experiences and recommended the clinic, others reported traumatic incidents and poor service, indicating a lack of consistency in care.

Communication Problems

Many reviews noted poor communication from the front desk and staff, including issues with follow-up calls and clarity regarding treatment plans.
  • TS
    Tyler Schmidt
    Oct 11, 2025
    1.0
    Drove over an hour after making an appointment. Arrived to a sign that said closed unexpectedly. Don't bother coming here. Seems like they dont have enough people/anyone that actually knows what they are doing.
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    Joshua Brown
    Sep 15, 2025
    5.0
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Apple Valley Banfield saved my dog’s life! We brought in our middle-aged rescue mix for a routine nail trim and anal gland expression. During the procedure, the vet tech noticed something unusual and immediately brought it to the attention of the veterinarian. They recommended a biopsy, and Banfield went above and beyond to help us move up our renewal so the biopsy could be done at the same time as his dental cleaning while under anesthesia. That decision made all the difference. The biopsy revealed an aggressive form of colon cancer — but because it was caught so early, our dog was able to have surgery and complete chemo treatments through a specialist vet. Banfield has continued to be an incredible partner, coordinating closely with the oncology team and providing regular checkups to support his recovery. He just finished his last round of chemo, and we’re now moving into the monitoring stage. I will always be grateful to the Apple Valley Banfield team for their attentiveness, quick action, and genuine care. Without them, we would never have caught this in time.
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    Natasha Sisko
    Sep 10, 2025
    1.0
    Unfortunately, I can not recommend Banfield. It may appear their plan will offer cost savings but I assure you it does not in the long run. In my experience, when my dog had something wrong the vet staff had no recommendations except take them to a specialist. It was frustrating and costly. Do yourself a favor, find a vet that has in house diagnostics and is willing to give you actual advice like a veterinary doctor is trained to do.
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    Elizabeth Scipioni
    Aug 4, 2025
    1.0
    1 star. Would have rather given -1. They do not care about you or your pet. Absolutely no bedside manner. Very scammy and overpriced. Trust me when I say you can find better and more affordable care anywhere else. They left me in the office crying 8 mo pregnant thinking my cat was dying. She wasn’t but all they wanted to do was charge me $400 for any more “advice.” Despicable.
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    Dominic Almedina
    Jul 13, 2025
    5.0
    The staff is fantastic, they’re great with my dog and genuinely care about the animals well being

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.