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01-13-2013, 02:04 PM | #1 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Jacksonville, FL USA
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| Petsmart Vet plans I'm sure that this has been discussed on this forum before, but I couldn't find where when I searched! I just got a 10wk old Yorkie yesterday from a breeder (who sold her as a teacup-she should have known better!) but I need to take my Lily to a vet within 3 days as part of the bill of sale that I signed. I went to Petsmart to buy some things, and a friend of mine suggested that I look into their Vet plan that they contract through Banfield Pet Hospital with. While I was at Petsmart, I ran into someone who herself owns 2 Yorkies, and she suggested this site, but also told me to stay away from Petsmart's Vets. Anyone else have any experiences with them in Jacksonville, FL??? |
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01-13-2013, 04:35 PM | #2 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: At Home
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| I personally do not care for them at all. IF possible I would find your self a private Vet. Welcome to YT, glad to have you here.
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01-13-2013, 04:41 PM | #3 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Illinois
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| Wouldn't do Petsmart vets cause I would be afraid they wouldn't stay there for long and I want a vet I can rely on to be there for years. I just got Petplan insurance for my baby and think I will be quite happy with it. Petplan Pet Insurance - The Best Pet Health Insurance Plans for Unexpected Veterinary Bills - Get a Free Quote! There are others out there that I am sure other people will recommend. |
01-13-2013, 05:56 PM | #5 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: USA
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| Van field might be OK for routine stuff, but would not consider for on going vet treatment. Best to find a good vet!
__________________ . Cali , and Cali's keeper and staff, Jay No, not a "mini" Yorkie - She loves to motor in her Mini Cooper car |
01-13-2013, 06:24 PM | #6 |
Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md
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| I do not like Banfield and have heard some very bad horror stories of dogs dying there which scared me away. There is a review site called yelp maybe you could find a vet in your area on there that has some good reviews.
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01-13-2013, 06:28 PM | #7 |
♥ Love My Tibbe! ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: D/FW, Texas
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| Welcome to YT! I do one of their wellness plans with Banfield and it comes out cheaper for the check-ups, even his dentals as they use the anesthesia protocols I agree with, do pre-op labs, etc., and they have a lady vet I really respect & trust that does his dentals plus if I'm worried about Tibbe and not sure about something and want him looked at, assessed by a professional, I take him in for a looksee or x-ray, quick blood draw for a lot less money than other vets nearby would charge item by item. Money is a concern as I am still disabled and not working. But when Tibbe is sick, I take him to the ER vet near to us and they will even see him during the day time when normally they are closed for all but emergencies.
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01-13-2013, 06:29 PM | #8 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Land of Oz
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| And here's the groomer website for you Bark Boutique in Jacksonville Florida - Pet Store - Grooming - Doggie Day Care - Boarding
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01-13-2013, 06:31 PM | #9 |
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01-13-2013, 06:58 PM | #10 |
and Shelby's too Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Millbrook, AL
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| Hi and welcome to YT! I've never used the Petsmart Vet care but I have heard bad things about Banfield. With that said, my sister in law takes her shih tzu to them here in my home town and thinks they are great (she's never had an emergency situation though). Also, I've never heard any complaints about them in my town. It might just depend where you are..might want to ask some of their patrons there in your town. Congrats on your new one! Would love to see pics of Lily
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01-13-2013, 07:01 PM | #11 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Land of Oz
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| She did.. I am the crazy Yorkie lady she ran into today that invited her to come join us crazy Yorkie people
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01-13-2013, 07:36 PM | #12 |
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| Banfield Pet Hospital Jacksonville, FL, 32256 - YP.com Banfield Pet Hospital in Jacksonville | Banfield Pet Hospital (904) 363-3395 & 8801 Southside Blvd, Ste 3, Jacksonville, FL 32256 | <Professional Services/Animals & Pets/Veterinary Medicine> - Yahoo! US Local And just reading comments on their FB page speaks volumes Banfield Pet Hospital in Jacksonville | Banfield Pet Hospital (904) 363-3395 & 8801 Southside Blvd, Ste 3, Jacksonville, FL 32256 | <Professional Services/Animals & Pets/Veterinary Medicine> - Yahoo! US Local
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01-13-2013, 07:47 PM | #13 |
Donating YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Las Vegas, NV
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| I agree...I wouldn't go to Banfield. Definitely check out private vets! Welcome!!
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01-13-2013, 08:15 PM | #14 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Boise
Posts: 87
| We have the optimum wellness plan here in Idaho. I love Gracie's vet so much that I dumped our private vet for her! It is great to be able to run her down anytime I am concerned for no charge! The vet is awesome and seems to really care about Gracie. However, I'm sure quality varies by state/location. |
01-13-2013, 08:18 PM | #15 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Burbs of DC
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| So I am enrolled in the Banfield Vet Plan. For routine care it has been beneficial. I do like to schedule our appointments surrounding one particular vet. When something is wrong so to speak, I go to a different family vet. I think it's your decision and your location. When I first got Troy my family vet did all the shots and stuff like that. So it just depends. Look into it.
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