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, 2.7 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 were good and given after 30days" ((in 206 reviews)); "The coworkers are great and there are pet discounts for medical care" ((in 98 reviews)); "At the hospital level there are great people and the veterinary field can be very rewarding." ((in 77 reviews)); "Staff is great and friendly." ((in 68 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 256 reviews)); "Some managers have difficult managig styles." ((in 64 reviews)); "there is no work/life balance" ((in 45 reviews)); "NO TRAINING: coworkers don't help you out and seem to get some sick satisfaction from watching you fail" ((in 44 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 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

VCA reviews

2.9

40% would recommend to a friend

(2,354 total reviews)

Patty Wu

20% approve of CEO

30% positive business outlook

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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).

Reviews by job title

2K reviews

3.0

Oct 20, 2020

Typical Corporate Hospital Chain

Veterinary technician supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Ability to transfer between hospitals if needed

Cons

Corporate is disorganized and there is little continuity

VCA Response

5y

We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback. VCA cares, and we want you to know that if there is anything that you wish to discuss, we'd encourage you to reach out to EmployeeConcerns@vca.com with any concerns. Thank you!

4.0

Oct 20, 2020

VCA Colonial Animal Hospital

Customer service representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great team of doctors And technicians, excellent and professional treatment for the animals and the happiness our customers showed us. Clean facility with a wide range of departments.

Cons

Poor management staff majority of the time, lack of of mental health understanding, often times disorganized.

VCA Response

5y

We're glad to know that you found value and enjoyment during your time at VCA. Thank you for everything you did for your clients and their pets, and know that we all wish you the best!

5.0

Oct 19, 2020

Solid and steady.

Registered veterinary technician (rvt)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Reimbursement for professional costs (VTNE, CEs, licensing, etc.) Easy to transfer between hospitals Easy to pick up shifts at other hospitals Wide range of practice types Less medical helicoptering than Banfield Benefits Excellent discount for own animals' care, up to 4 More flexible hospital budgets than pvt practice No owner-doctor tension or decisions made by non-hospital staff

Cons

Inconsistent/minimal training methods Wellness plan quotas Woofware (practice management software) can be annoying/glitchy

VCA Response

5y

Thank you for sharing all of this with us! We value every one of our team members, and are proud to read that you enjoy all VCA has to offer. It's great to have you as a part of the family!

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