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?

40% 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 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at VCA?

Veterinary Assistant (276) , Veterinary Technician (180) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (96) , Customer Service Representative (88) , Client Service Representative (83) , Veterinarian (69) , Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) (68) , Receptionist (63) , Technician (56) , Associate Veterinarian (52) , Vet Assistant (49) , Hospital Manager (48) , 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 220 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 76 reviews)); "Staff is great and friendly." ((in 68 reviews)); "Good work 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 250 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 49 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.

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 , San Francisco , Santa Monica , Boston , Pittsburgh , Orlando , Tulsa , Omaha , Fairfax , Fishers , Ontario , Reno , Brookline

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VCA reviews

2.9

40% would recommend to a friend

(727 total reviews)

Patty Wu

26% approve of CEO

30% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.1

Career opportunities

3.0

Compensation and benefits

2.8

Culture & values

2.8

Work/Life balance

2.4

Senior management

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2.0

Sep 11, 2023

Mediocre job - employees not cared for

Veterinary assistant/receptionist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Ample supplies and consistent hours

Cons

Unfriendly work environment, not valued, low pay, favoritism

VCA Response

Although we are grateful for this feedback, we wish to know more details about your experience. Please contact us at EmployeeConcerns@vca.com. Thank you.

3.0

Aug 31, 2023

Not great

Client service representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

-discounted pet services -can sometimes have pets at work

Cons

-low pay -can be toxic work environment -clients can be toxic as well

VCA Response

Although we're pleased you find value in the benefits available to you, we always want our team members to have what they need to thrive, and we are here to listen to your concerns. Please contact us at EmployeeConcerns@vca.com. Thank you.

4.0

Aug 31, 2023

Great place to work if you love animals

Customer service representative (csr)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

If you like to work with animals this is the place to work!

Cons

The pay is a definite downside and is why I had to leave the animal care field.

VCA Response

It's wonderful to know you enjoyed working with your patients! Thank you for being a member of our team, and we wish you nothing but the best moving forward.

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