Banfield Pet Hospital

3.3
218 reviews
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About

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Calling all dogs and cats of Austin! Our South location is here to provide quality care for pets in our community. Beyond routine check-ups, we offer general services like routine vaccinations, microchipping, comprehensive exams, illness and injury care, and more. Our pet hospital, staffed by our passionate and dedicated team, is equipped to provide a range of services to support the wellbeing of your best friend. Whether they need testing or diagnostics our veterinarians and vet techs are dedicated to keeping your dog or cat healthy and happy. We are accepting new patients now. Please note: Starting in September, all your pet’s dental and surgical needs will be handled at Austin Saltillo. This change will help free up appointment availability at our other locations.

Details

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Location

Banfield Pet Hospital
5207 Brodie Lane, Sunset Valley, TX
78745, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.3
218 reviews
5 stars
95
4 stars
31
3 stars
12
2 stars
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1 star
65

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Many customers reported long wait times on the phone and difficulty reaching staff, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction.

Care Quality

While some customers praised the veterinary care provided, others expressed concerns about misdiagnoses, lack of thorough examinations, and inadequate treatment.

Staff Attitude

Feedback indicated a mix of experiences with staff, with some being described as kind and empathetic, while others were noted as rude or dismissive.

Appointment Issues

Numerous reviews highlighted problems with appointment scheduling, including cancellations, long wait times, and confusion over appointment types.

Billing Concerns

Several customers raised issues regarding unexpected charges and difficulties with the wellness plan, leading to feelings of being misled.
  • AP
    andrea price
    Nov 15, 2025
    4.0
    Dr Zap at Brodie office has been really great with my difficult dog.
  • CP
    Carly Pleger
    Oct 9, 2025
    1.0
    I was 8 minutes late to an appointment for my dog that had a horrible UTI and was refused care. Been a wellness plan member for 5 years. My dog gets UTIs often so I’m used to bringing in her sample in rather than leaving her there for 6 hours. I had her fresh urine sample (refrigerated) and was refused care because of 8 minutes. I was leaving town the next day and needed her to be seen so I rescheduled an appointment online for an hour later and sat in my car waiting. Got a call 10 minutes before the appointment that the time slot was not actually available and I wasted an hour of my life. The only place that could see her after Banfield screwed me was an ER. I got the BEST care from VEG (south Lamar). Truly incredible place and I highly recommend. The vet did an ultrasound (no charge) and went over that and her UA results with me. Turns out it showed excessive struvite crystals in her urine which can predispose her to more frequent UTIs. The vet at VEG gave me a prescription for urinary diet food to help decrease crystal formation. Something never mentioned or caught after 5 years and multiple UTIs with Banfield. A $600 ER vet bill for a UTI with dog urine I collected MYSELF that Banfield refused to do anything with is worth it for competent care for my dog.
  • RP
    Richard Pitchford
    Sep 15, 2025
    5.0
    We went to the Banfield on Brodie Lane and a very helpful lady behind the desk named Kay gave us some great advice since they weren't able to get us in and even called around for us...Thank you Kay... we will be back. Richard and Jeremy Pitchford
  • JC
    Juanita Cabello
    Sep 15, 2025
    5.0
    I love working with the staff at Banfield. They care about your pets. They are the best.
  • VV
    Vicki Vega
    Sep 10, 2025
    3.0
    The care with the vet is good. But when I call to make an appointment it takes 15 to twenty minutes to have that done.

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.