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?

39% 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, 2.8 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at VCA?

Veterinary Assistant (274) , Veterinary Technician (179) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (96) , Customer Service Representative (88) , Client Service Representative (82) , Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) (68) , Veterinarian (68) , Receptionist (62) , 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 are good and PTO" ((in 217 reviews)); "The coworkers are great and there are pet discounts for medical care" ((in 96 reviews)); "At the hospital level there are great people and the veterinary field can be very rewarding." ((in 77 reviews)); "Staff is great and friendly." ((in 67 reviews)); "Flexible schedule and casual environment." ((in 21 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 261 reviews)); "Some managers have difficult managig styles." ((in 61 reviews)); "NO TRAINING: coworkers don't help you out and seem to get some sick satisfaction from watching you fail" ((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 45 reviews)); "there is no work/life balance" ((in 44 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.

What VCA locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Silverdale , San Jose , Orange , Tustin , Reno , Charlotte , Fort Worth , San Antonio , Carmel , Santa Barbara

VCA reviews

2.9

39% would recommend to a friend

(2,346 total reviews)

Patty Wu

23% approve of CEO

26% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Compensation and benefits

2.9

Career opportunities

2.8

Culture & values

2.8

Work/Life balance

2.4

Senior management

VCA has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,346 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).

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Veteran status

Reviews by job title

2K reviews

1.0

Jan 14, 2026

VCA

Vet tech

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Helping animals was very fulfilling

Cons

Toxic environment with medical directors

VCA Response

3mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback. VCA works to provide clear communication, dependable support, and resources that help hospital teams deliver world-class medicine. If you’d like to offer more insight into your experience, we welcome you to reach out to EmployeeConcerns@vca.com.

5.0

Jan 9, 2026

Loved my Job

Vet assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible hours, working with my schedule, room to advance, good pay.

Cons

commonly understaffed like more professions

VCA Response

3mo

It’s wonderful to hear that your time at VCA left such a meaningful impression, and we’re glad you felt connected to the work you did and the team around you. VCA remains committed to creating environments where Associates can thrive through strong hospital support, development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits that help teams deliver world-class medicine every day. Thank you for the contributions you made during your time with us.

1.0

Jan 8, 2026

DONT Do it

Veterinary assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

-Employee discount offered -Front desk staff were professional, courteous, and helpful -Groomer was highly skilled, professional, and attentive to detail

Cons

-Poor management structure with no clear leadership or lead roles -Insufficient training and onboarding support - Compensation does not reflect workload or responsibilities - Lack of accountability across departments - Unprofessional behavior observed from leadership/medical staff

VCA Response

3mo

Thank you for taking a moment to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience led you to feel this way. At VCA, we are committed to continually strengthening our hospital environments through leadership development, communication training, and professional growth programs that support Associates at every stage of their careers. Your perspective is important to us, and we welcome you to reach out to EmployeeConcerns@vca.com if you’re open to discussing your experience so we can better understand how to improve.

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