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Banfield Pet Hospital

๐Ÿ“ Austin

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โ˜… 3.8 ยท 166 Google

๐Ÿ  12901 North Interstate 35

๐Ÿ“ž +1-512-252-7070

๐Ÿ•’ Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00; Su 10:00-17:00

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โœจ From Google reviews

Reviewers report sharply divided experiences at this Banfield location, with praise for specific staff and services (surgery care, dental work, payment flexibility) overshadowed by serious concerns about animal handling practices, front-desk communication failures, and management responsiveness. Pet owners describe both exceptional care and deeply troubling incidents that have eroded trust.

  • Serious handling concerns: One reviewer (licensed vet tech) documented rough restraint techniques causing animal distress despite explicit requests for gentler care
  • Front-desk & scheduling problems: Multiple reports of long hold times, unanswered calls, missed follow-ups, and inflexible appointment policies
  • Skilled clinical staff: Praise for specific vets and techs (Dr. Abernathy, Dr. Heckle) and standout services like dental work and surgical care
  • Management issues: Complaints about aggressive, unhelpful manager responses and poor operational transparency (billing holds, miscommunication between locations)
  • Accessibility: Willingness to work with patients on payment plans, though front-desk barriers may prevent people from accessing that help

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