Does VCA pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, VCA employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at VCA. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at VCA?

41% of VCA employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated VCA 2.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at VCA?

Veterinary Assistant (274) , Veterinary Technician (180) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (96) , Customer Service Representative (88) , Client Service Representative (82) , Veterinarian (69) , Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) (68) , Receptionist (63) , Technician (56) , Associate Veterinarian (52) , Vet Assistant (49) , Hospital Manager (47) , Front Desk Receptionist (35) , Kennel Technician (33) , Vet Tech (33)

What are the pros of working at VCA according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits were good and given after 30days" ((in 199 reviews)); "The coworkers are great and there are pet discounts for medical care" ((in 100 reviews)); "At the hospital level there are great people and the veterinary field can be very rewarding." ((in 72 reviews)); "Staff is great and friendly." ((in 63 reviews)); "Flexible schedule and casual environment." ((in 23 reviews))

What are the cons of working at VCA according to real employee reviews?

"The pay is low and they make it hard to get a raise unless you tell them you're quitting." ((in 251 reviews)); "Some managers have difficult managig styles." ((in 59 reviews)); "NO TRAINING: coworkers don't help you out and seem to get some sick satisfaction from watching you fail" ((in 47 reviews)); "there is no work/life balance" ((in 46 reviews)); "Long hours and made to feel like you're not a team player if you don't work overtime/pick up shifts in other departments." ((in 46 reviews))

What are employees saying about VCA layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about VCA layoffs and their outlook for job security at VCA in 2026.

VCA reviews

2.9

41% would recommend to a friend

(2,351 total reviews)

Patty Wu

20% approve of CEO

30% positive business outlook

VCA has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,351 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The VCA employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Personal Consumer Services industry (3.4 stars).

Reviews by job title

2K reviews

4.0

Jun 8, 2024

Decent

Veterinarian technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Gain experience, good atmosphere, good/competitive pay

Cons

You have to always upsell the care package

VCA Response

2y

We are so happy to hear about your positive experience on our team, as each of our Associates is important to us. It's why we invest in supporting the wellbeing and development of our Associates across the organization, in every role.

4.0

Jun 7, 2024

Overall Good

Daycare coordinator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very good discounts on veterinary, grooming, boarding, training, and daycare services. Discounted pet food from certain brands. Flexible scheduling. There are opportunities to advance within the company. The people who work here care about the animals they handle.

Cons

Advancement opportunities are rather linear. It feels like there is a lot of red tape from corporate that heavily restrains what is possible and what the time line to get things done is.

VCA Response

2y

Thank you for your efforts and the valuable work you do. We strive to provide unmatched support for our Associates - and our pets. Which goes beyond pay including 401K program, investments in the tools, technology and services that allow us to provide the best-in-class care we are known for.

2.0

Jun 6, 2024

Not great

Kennel attendant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

A great place to learn and grow and spend meaningful time with animals. Clients were very kind

Cons

Worked here for around a year. Their medical director is not fun to work with and unkind. He makes any aspect of any part of the job difficult, and he’s not going anywhere anytime soon. The senior techs and supervisors are cliquey and also not very kind.

VCA Response

2y

Thank you for your review. VCA is committed to the growth of all Associates and has made significant investments in several career development and employee wellbeing programs. We will continue to evolve our offerings and invest top dollar in research and the future of veterinary care and improve.

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