About this location
A few stories people tell about this place
1. At Banfield Pet Hospital, a delivery driver once left an unusual package on the loading dock—a box wrapped in brightly colored paper with no return address. Curious staff members opened it to find nothing but a note that read: 'Happy holidays from your furry friend!' Inside were dozens of tiny treats shaped like paws and bones. Curiously, every holiday season after that, similar packages appeared—each time containing more elaborate treats and handwritten notes signed ‘Wags & Licks.’ Soon enough, Banfield became known for its mysterious seasonal deliveries, delighting both patients and staff alike.
2. At Banfield Pet Hospital, one night after hours, a mysterious note appeared on the door: ‘Emergency vet needed for urgent doggie dance-off.’ Inside, everyone found Max, a hyperactive poodle, barking and spinning in circles around an excited golden retriever named Buddy. The staff laughed as they declared it an emergency worthy of celebration, not treatment, and organized a friendly canine disco complete with flashing lights and a DJ playing only the most upbeat tunes.
3. At Banfield Pet Hospital, during an unusually quiet Sunday morning, a concerned neighbor dropped off a lost cat with a note: ‘Found wandering near the vet’s office. Please help!’ As it turned out, the cat was actually a regular visitor—every Sunday morning he’d sneak into the hospital through an open window and hang out in the waiting room, pretending to be sick just for some extra treats from the staff. The neighbor had simply mistook his usual routine.
4. At Banfield Pet Hospital, a worried owner asked the receptionist, ‘Why is my dog whispering “I’m sorry” every time I leave?’ Receptionist smiled gently and replied, ‘That’s because your dog is saying goodbye in his own special way.’ The relieved owner left, while Banfield staff chuckled, knowing that pets often communicate their affection in unexpected ways.