So I have never been a fan of vet chains. I have always preferred the old fashioned small vet places feeling, perhaps unjustly, that my animals would get better care there. I really really hate being wrong. And I hate writing about it even more. But in this instance I just have to tell my story even if it means admitting I was wrong. I took my new 8 week old pup, Maggie, to this Banfield because the shelter I got her from gave me a $30 off coupon for her shots. They were great with her and sold me on the Wellness Plan. $25 a month and her visits are free for shots, exams, ect. Last weekend my now 13 week old pup decided to take on a bee and the bee won. Maggie looked like Snoopy. Being new to puppies in Arizona and worried about a scorpion sting (before I figured out it was a bee) I did the typical new mom panic and called the vet. They were very understanding and made time to see her right away. We hopped in the car and drove right over. No waiting to be seen and no ridicule about my panic. Vet took his time and checked her all over. Pronounced it a bee sting (oh the embarassment for me) gave her a cordisone shot and told me not to worry. Sheesh. The cost for this emergency visit? $18 bucks for the shot and $42 I spent on more toys for Maggie.