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 (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 are good and PTO" ((in 207 reviews)); "The coworkers are great and there are pet discounts for medical care" ((in 103 reviews)); "At the hospital level there are great people and the veterinary field can be very rewarding." ((in 80 reviews)); "Staff is great and friendly." ((in 66 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 255 reviews)); "Some managers have difficult managig styles." ((in 59 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)); "NO TRAINING: coworkers don't help you out and seem to get some sick satisfaction from watching you fail" ((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 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

(726 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

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Gender

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Disability

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Veteran status

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726 reviews

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2.0

May 6, 2023

VCA Associate Veterinarian

Associate veterinarian

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- benefits - equipment - facility

Cons

- salary - upper management - constant price increases - Priced us out of region, lost >50% clients in 3 years

VCA Response

We're disappointed to hear some of these comments as each associate is important to us. When you are able, we ask that you reach out to us at EmployeeConcerns@vca.com with more details. Thank you.

3.0

May 4, 2023

Friendly

Technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Always a good opportunity for hiring

Cons

Don't make very much money

VCA Response

We value your feedback, and are always here to listen. Please know that we can be reached directly at EmployeeConcerns@vca.com. Thank you for everything you do!

3.0

Apr 30, 2023

Mostly good experience

Veterinarian assistant/kennel assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Mostly nice people, opportunity to learn

Cons

Low pay, bad communication between management

VCA Response

Thank you for providing this feedback to us. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your team and position. Please know, we are available to discuss these concerns further at EmployeeConcerns@vca.com. We are here to help.

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