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 been stable over the past 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 (275) , 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 are good and PTO" ((in 205 reviews)); "The coworkers are great and there are pet discounts for medical care" ((in 99 reviews)); "At the hospital level there are great people and the veterinary field can be very rewarding." ((in 75 reviews)); "Staff is great and friendly." ((in 67 reviews)); "Good work environment." ((in 24 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 249 reviews)); "Some managers have difficult managig styles." ((in 58 reviews)); "NO TRAINING: coworkers don't help you out and seem to get some sick satisfaction from watching you fail" ((in 48 reviews)); "there is no work/life balance" ((in 47 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.

What are the top reviewed VCA locations?

Los Angeles , Denver , San Diego , Atlanta , Sacramento , Seattle , Chicago , New York , Houston , Weymouth , Dallas , Portland , Austin , Miami , San Antonio , Las Vegas , Aurora , Albuquerque , Santa Monica , San Francisco , Boston , Pittsburgh , Orlando , Tulsa , Omaha , Fairfax , Fishers , Ontario , Reno , Brookline

VCA reviews

2.9

41% would recommend to a friend

(2,354 total reviews)

Patty Wu

25% approve of CEO

31% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Compensation and benefits

3.0

Career opportunities

2.8

Work/Life balance

2.7

Culture & values

2.4

Senior management

VCA has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,354 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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Reviews by job title

2K reviews

2.0

May 19, 2023

Had potential

Associate veterinarian

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay. Benefits like health care.

Cons

Lots of turnover with insubordination, gossip, and unethical practices. May have been just the one location but overall, not a great experience.

VCA Response

3y

After reading some of these comments, we are concerned with some of the experiences you have described. When you are able, please reach out to us at EmployeeConcerns@vca.com with more details on your time with us. Thank you.

4.0

May 18, 2023

Diverse learning experience with wonderful doctors

Certified veterinary technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Multi doctor practice that sees exotics from rabbits to reptiles, as well as dogs and cats. General practice with some urgent care aspects. Competitive pay for Veterinary Assistants(19$/hr for green people), many opportunities to grow, Penn foster program, 750$ CE for CVTs, generous discounts for up to 4 pets, and wonderful coworkers to be with. Doctors are great to work with too and a high emphasis for respect, cooperation, and trust.

Cons

Not as good competitive wages for CVTs, high cost for veterinary care, overtime heavily discouraged, and management is never on the floor.

VCA Response

3y

Thank you for providing this helpful feedback! Please know, we are always available to discuss any concerns with your further at EmployeeConcerns@vca.com. We are here to help.

3.0

May 18, 2023

VCA as an RVT

Registered veterinary technician (rvt)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Will help people get education and support to become an RVT Has access to a lot of support and learning opportunities Well established Access to high quality medical equipment as needed

Cons

Low pay Don't value the employee Doesn't value the role of an RVT High cost for clients-- not always doing what is easiest/best for the clients Everything is what is best for the company (that is where their priority is)

VCA Response

3y

We are concerned by many of the comments here. When you are able, please contact us at EmployeeConcerns@vca.com with more information on your time working with us. Thank you!

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