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?

42% 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 (179) , 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 211 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 75 reviews)); "Staff is great and friendly." ((in 65 reviews)); "Good work environment." ((in 22 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 255 reviews)); "Some managers have difficult managig styles." ((in 65 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 50 reviews)); "there is no work/life balance" ((in 45 reviews)); "Upper management is clueless." ((in 45 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 , Portland , Austin , Dallas , Miami , San Antonio , Las Vegas , Aurora , Albuquerque , Santa Monica , San Francisco , Pittsburgh , Orlando , Boston , Tulsa , Omaha , Fairfax , Fishers , Ontario , Reno , Brookline

VCA reviews

2.9

42% would recommend to a friend

(2,350 total reviews)

Patty Wu

21% approve of CEO

31% positive business outlook

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Ratings trend for the last 6 months (2,350 reviews)

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VCA has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,350 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

Apr 24, 2025

Not bad

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Coworkers Up skill your tech skills

Cons

Benefits not the best Compensation okay

VCA Response

12mo

Thanks for dropping in with your review! We're so glad you had awesome coworkers and got to level up your tech skills that’s what we love to hear. 🙌 Totally get your thoughts on benefits and pay. We’re always working on ways to make things better for our teams, and feedback like yours helps us do just that. We understand your thoughts on benefits and compensation. These areas can vary based on location and broader economic factors, but we’re always working to improve the experience for our teams across the board. Feedback like yours helps guide those efforts, and we truly appreciate you sharing it. Wishing you all the good vibes and tail wags in whatever comes next! 🐶💙

3.0

Apr 23, 2025

Ok at first but then

Veterinary technician, lvt

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay, benefits, coworkers, job progression

Cons

Corporate office, meetings that never end, management that don't take ethical concerns seriously

VCA Response

12mo

Thank you for being part of the VCA family for several years, and for sharing both the highs and the challenges of your experience. It means a lot to hear that you found growth, support, and strong relationships during your time with us. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that some concerns didn’t feel fully heard. Ethical integrity and team trust are deeply important to us, and your feedback is a reminder of where we need to do better. We appreciate your honesty and your impact. Wishing you continued success wherever your path leads.

1.0

Apr 22, 2025

I would never work for a VCA or affiliates again

Csa - customer service associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good for getting your feet in the door I suppose

Cons

no work life balance- eat their young mentality- no resources- no movement within company unless you're deemed a favorite.

VCA Response

12mo

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear that your time with us didn’t reflect the kind of support and balance we strive to provide. Your feedback is important, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share it. At VCA, we’re committed to helping our associates grow. We offer career pathing opportunities and continued education through resources like Woof University and access to LinkedIn Learning courses tools designed to support professional development at every stage. We understand there’s always room to improve, and insights like yours help guide that progress. Wishing you all the best in your continued journey.

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