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, 2.8 for culture and values and 3.0 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 (82) , 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 218 reviews)); "The coworkers are great and there are pet discounts for medical care" ((in 93 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 64 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 243 reviews)); "Some managers have difficult managig styles." ((in 60 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 47 reviews)); "NO TRAINING: coworkers don't help you out and seem to get some sick satisfaction from watching you fail" ((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 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

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VCA reviews

2.9

41% would recommend to a friend

(2,359 total reviews)

Patty Wu

26% 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

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 2,359 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

4.0

May 19, 2021

Veterinarians need help

Associate veterinarian

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Get the time off you need

Cons

Limited in help, Everything is owned by Mars so you must use Antech which is swamped.

VCA Response

Thank you for all your efforts and hard work, as well as your feedback! We appreciate having you as a part of the VCA family very much.

4.0

May 17, 2021

Good place to work if you like animals

Customer service representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Competitive pay Flexible Hours Opportunity for growth

Cons

High stress No holiday pay every holiday Prejudice workplace

VCA Response

Thank you for sharing this feedback with us! We're glad to know you've found great opportunities in your time with VCA. We are, however, concerned by your workplace comment, as prejudice of any kind is not tolerated in our hospitals. If you'd like to share your concerns with us about this, please reach out to EmployeeConcerns@vca.com. Thank you.

3.0

May 17, 2021

Does not pay employees what they are worth

Veterinary receptionist supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

This field is mot going anywhere si you will have job security.

Cons

They have a LOT of expectations but do not pay you what younate worth. Pay does not compare to private vets.

VCA Response

We value everyone on our team and we would never want you to feel that wasn't so. Thank you for sharing your honest feedback with us. Please know you are important to us, and your efforts do not go unnoticed.

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