Banfield Pet Hospital in Huntsville acknowledges that factors such as caregiver energy combined with time of day and room silence influence pets' interpretations of medical visits. The foundational understanding dictates every action they undertake throughout Alabama. The arrangement of the room elements promotes a state of stillness. The arrangement of chairs follows a pattern designed to minimize pressure. Exam tables adjust for access and visibility. Staff members measure caregiver breathing patterns alongside vocal tones and eye movements before pet interaction because animals frequently examine their humans for signals. The deliberate use of silence occurs in communication. The optimal approach to initiating care sometimes involves postponement to enable the dog or cat to reflect decelerated rhythms prior to any intervention. Banfield Pet Hospital delivers integrative care through organ diagnostics pain threshold analysis allergy identification hydration status exams and energy-based wellness assessments when appropriate. Scheduling visit times plays a crucial role—morning pets accept more stimuli while late-day animals require initial quiet observation. The modulation of vocal tones proves essential: interactions using lower-pitched voices enhance responses in anxious dogs whereas restricted frequency ranges diminish feline startle reactions. Post-visit instructions teach owners intricate care patterns through tonal and rhythmic cues: moments to speak softly, times to retreat, and when to position pets in sunlight or allow them to rest within shadowed enclosures. These patterns support physical and emotional return to baseline. Banfield Pet Hospital creates a unified nervous system experience for Huntsville and Alabama households by merging pet and human interactions to deliver care that maintains both clinical integrity and emotional resonance.
Services
Dental
Microchipping
Vaccinations
Reviews
Frances B.
30 Jul 2017
REPORT
We are Banfield clients for many years because we travel with our pets very often and in case of an emergency I wanted to be able to take them where they have their medical history. Today we had a ma... Read More
We are Banfield clients for many years because we travel with our pets very often and in case of an emergency I wanted to be able to take them where they have their medical history. Today we had a major emergency with our dog. He had a huge puncture wound and infection on his hip. I called this Banfield about 10:30 am to get an emergency appointment and was told they were booked. I explained that his hip was streaming bloody pus and there was a deep pinky size hole. The receptionist checked with the vet and came back and said 'sorry, we are all booked.' Thankfully another Banfield got him in (Even though they were fully booked too). Really bad!! Read Less
Amy Hagerty
11 Jun 2017
REPORT
The one in Decatur is awesome.
Hannah Runkle
12 Mar 2017
REPORT
They are very helpful. They get you in and put in a good amount of time.
Evan Glenn Lerman
31 Jan 2017
REPORT
My wife and I use Banfield for all our younger dogs and cats.. They have great plans and we love the staff. The staff also loves our pets too.
Evan Lerman
31 Jan 2017
REPORT
My wife and I use Banfield for all our younger dogs and cats.. They have great plans and we love the staff. The staff also loves our pets too.
Tracy M.
19 Oct 2015
REPORT
I absolutely love Banfield Vet Clinic. They are located inside PetSmart stores. Since we travel With our dogs, it's always nice to have a vet wherever we go. Banfield keeps all records on computers th... Read More
I absolutely love Banfield Vet Clinic. They are located inside PetSmart stores. Since we travel With our dogs, it's always nice to have a vet wherever we go. Banfield keeps all records on computers that link to each Banfield. Our dogs records are always available. They offer a wonderful health plan. Pay a little each month for a years worth of health care. My dogs love the doctors and staff. They are always so nice and loving to my dogs. Love love love these doctors! Read Less
Debbie Russler
17 Jul 2013
REPORT
AWEFUL!!!! I've had a wellness plan at Banfield for 9 years, only 5 years in Huntsville. Every time I go in they make you wait for at least 30 min. but usually an hour to see the doctor. They did sur... Read More
AWEFUL!!!! I've had a wellness plan at Banfield for 9 years, only 5 years in Huntsville. Every time I go in they make you wait for at least 30 min. but usually an hour to see the doctor. They did surgery on my dogs leg and she had a reaction to the object they put in her. They did surgery again and tied her leg up with a type of fish wire. It poked through the skin and is hanging out of her leg. The vet did not want to take responsibility that she tied a very sharp piece of wire in the wrong place, next to my dogs thin little skin. She informed me that she will not fix the problem. It is very infected and I can't afford to take her to another vet to get it fixed. $800.00 later, I have a very sick dog that is in worse shape than when I brought her in. I will be contacting an attorney. this is just inhumane!! I don't feel that the doctors there are very unknowledgeable and not very compassionate.Read Less
theanimallady
15 Apr 2013
REPORT
Not sure about the negative reviews prior, maybe isolated incidents. I have been using this location since they opened. Dr. Castro-Jones and staff are more caring than words can say. I always see the ... Read More
Not sure about the negative reviews prior, maybe isolated incidents. I have been using this location since they opened. Dr. Castro-Jones and staff are more caring than words can say. I always see the same people (low employee turn-over must mean something is working) which makes me feel more comfortable leaving my pets for treatment. In the past I remember a few bad apples but those were always taken care of quickly. The high quality of medicine is unquestionable. Probably better than most human medical teams. LOVE LOVE LOVE this team!! Read Less
wstg1234
21 Mar 2012
REPORT
The doctors have always been friendly and do a great job with my dog. The hours are very convenient.
ulostone
23 Mar 2010
REPORT
1.) The receptionist needs to be fired. No customer service skills at all.2.) The staff is rude, unprofessional, and unhappy. They are not people persons at all.3.) If you would like to be hear about... Read More
1.) The receptionist needs to be fired. No customer service skills at all.2.) The staff is rude, unprofessional, and unhappy. They are not people persons at all.3.) If you would like to be hear about how well of an owner you are and pet you have, just ask them to put you in a room to wait and see the doctor. They'll stand in the back and talk about you like a dog. Nothing too your face though. I call them cheap shots.4.) There staff has the biggest attitude and it shows when they answer the phone and at the front desk.5.) You wait for hours before they'll even acknowledge you're there.6.) A typical drop-off day means you drop your pet off at 9:00am and it is still not ready for pick-up at 6:00pm.7.) Take the day off from work if you plan on staying to see the doctor (SLOW, SLOW, SLOW). They spend most of there day in the back talking about owners. Read Less
A Google User
14 Aug 2009
REPORT
Staff and doctors are really excellent. The place is a bit pricey and lots of people bring their pets here which sometimes means long waits. These people care about the animals they treat. I have n... Read More
Staff and doctors are really excellent. The place is a bit pricey and lots of people bring their pets here which sometimes means long waits. These people care about the animals they treat. I have nothing but admiration for Dr. Jones and her staff. If price isn't a problem, then I suggest bringing your pet here. They know and care about animals. I would give it five-plus stars if it wasn't for the price.Read Less
Banfield Pet Hospital in Huntsville acknowledges that factors such as caregiver energy combined with time of day and room silence influence pets' interpretations of medical visits. The foundational understanding dictates every action they undertake throughout Alabama. The arrangement of the room elements promotes a state of stillness. The arrangement of chairs follows a pattern designed to minimize pressure. Exam tables adjust for access and visibility. Staff members measure caregiver breathing patterns alongside vocal tones and eye movements before pet interaction because animals frequently examine their humans for signals. The deliberate use of silence occurs in communication. The optimal approach to initiating care sometimes involves postponement to enable the dog or cat to reflect decelerated rhythms prior to any intervention. Banfield Pet Hospital delivers integrative care through organ diagnostics pain threshold analysis allergy identification hydration status exams and energy-based wellness assessments when appropriate. Scheduling visit times plays a crucial role—morning pets accept more stimuli while late-day animals require initial quiet observation. The modulation of vocal tones proves essential: interactions using lower-pitched voices enhance responses in anxious dogs whereas restricted frequency ranges diminish feline startle reactions. Post-visit instructions teach owners intricate care patterns through tonal and rhythmic cues: moments to speak softly, times to retreat, and when to position pets in sunlight or allow them to rest within shadowed enclosures. These patterns support physical and emotional return to baseline. Banfield Pet Hospital creates a unified nervous system experience for Huntsville and Alabama households by merging pet and human interactions to deliver care that maintains both clinical integrity and emotional resonance.
Business Hours
Monday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Thursday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Friday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Services
Dental
Microchipping
Vaccinations
Reviews
Frances B.
30 Jul 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
We are Banfield clients for many years because we travel with our pets very often and in case of an emergency I wanted to be able to take them where they have their medical history. Today we had a ma... Read More
We are Banfield clients for many years because we travel with our pets very often and in case of an emergency I wanted to be able to take them where they have their medical history. Today we had a major emergency with our dog. He had a huge puncture wound and infection on his hip. I called this Banfield about 10:30 am to get an emergency appointment and was told they were booked. I explained that his hip was streaming bloody pus and there was a deep pinky size hole. The receptionist checked with the vet and came back and said 'sorry, we are all booked.' Thankfully another Banfield got him in (Even though they were fully booked too). Really bad!! Read Less
Amy Hagerty
11 Jun 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The one in Decatur is awesome.
Hannah Runkle
12 Mar 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
They are very helpful. They get you in and put in a good amount of time.
Evan Glenn Lerman
31 Jan 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
My wife and I use Banfield for all our younger dogs and cats.. They have great plans and we love the staff. The staff also loves our pets too.
Evan Lerman
31 Jan 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
My wife and I use Banfield for all our younger dogs and cats.. They have great plans and we love the staff. The staff also loves our pets too.
Tracy M.
19 Oct 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I absolutely love Banfield Vet Clinic. They are located inside PetSmart stores. Since we travel With our dogs, it's always nice to have a vet wherever we go. Banfield keeps all records on computers th... Read More
I absolutely love Banfield Vet Clinic. They are located inside PetSmart stores. Since we travel With our dogs, it's always nice to have a vet wherever we go. Banfield keeps all records on computers that link to each Banfield. Our dogs records are always available. They offer a wonderful health plan. Pay a little each month for a years worth of health care. My dogs love the doctors and staff. They are always so nice and loving to my dogs. Love love love these doctors! Read Less
Debbie Russler
17 Jul 2013
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
AWEFUL!!!! I've had a wellness plan at Banfield for 9 years, only 5 years in Huntsville. Every time I go in they make you wait for at least 30 min. but usually an hour to see the doctor. They did sur... Read More
AWEFUL!!!! I've had a wellness plan at Banfield for 9 years, only 5 years in Huntsville. Every time I go in they make you wait for at least 30 min. but usually an hour to see the doctor. They did surgery on my dogs leg and she had a reaction to the object they put in her. They did surgery again and tied her leg up with a type of fish wire. It poked through the skin and is hanging out of her leg. The vet did not want to take responsibility that she tied a very sharp piece of wire in the wrong place, next to my dogs thin little skin. She informed me that she will not fix the problem. It is very infected and I can't afford to take her to another vet to get it fixed. $800.00 later, I have a very sick dog that is in worse shape than when I brought her in. I will be contacting an attorney. this is just inhumane!! I don't feel that the doctors there are very unknowledgeable and not very compassionate.Read Less
theanimallady
15 Apr 2013
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Not sure about the negative reviews prior, maybe isolated incidents. I have been using this location since they opened. Dr. Castro-Jones and staff are more caring than words can say. I always see the ... Read More
Not sure about the negative reviews prior, maybe isolated incidents. I have been using this location since they opened. Dr. Castro-Jones and staff are more caring than words can say. I always see the same people (low employee turn-over must mean something is working) which makes me feel more comfortable leaving my pets for treatment. In the past I remember a few bad apples but those were always taken care of quickly. The high quality of medicine is unquestionable. Probably better than most human medical teams. LOVE LOVE LOVE this team!! Read Less
wstg1234
21 Mar 2012
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The doctors have always been friendly and do a great job with my dog. The hours are very convenient.
ulostone
23 Mar 2010
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
1.) The receptionist needs to be fired. No customer service skills at all.2.) The staff is rude, unprofessional, and unhappy. They are not people persons at all.3.) If you would like to be hear about... Read More
1.) The receptionist needs to be fired. No customer service skills at all.2.) The staff is rude, unprofessional, and unhappy. They are not people persons at all.3.) If you would like to be hear about how well of an owner you are and pet you have, just ask them to put you in a room to wait and see the doctor. They'll stand in the back and talk about you like a dog. Nothing too your face though. I call them cheap shots.4.) There staff has the biggest attitude and it shows when they answer the phone and at the front desk.5.) You wait for hours before they'll even acknowledge you're there.6.) A typical drop-off day means you drop your pet off at 9:00am and it is still not ready for pick-up at 6:00pm.7.) Take the day off from work if you plan on staying to see the doctor (SLOW, SLOW, SLOW). They spend most of there day in the back talking about owners. Read Less
A Google User
14 Aug 2009
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Staff and doctors are really excellent. The place is a bit pricey and lots of people bring their pets here which sometimes means long waits. These people care about the animals they treat. I have n... Read More
Staff and doctors are really excellent. The place is a bit pricey and lots of people bring their pets here which sometimes means long waits. These people care about the animals they treat. I have nothing but admiration for Dr. Jones and her staff. If price isn't a problem, then I suggest bringing your pet here. They know and care about animals. I would give it five-plus stars if it wasn't for the price.Read Less