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, 2.7 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 92 reviews)); "At the hospital level there are great people and the veterinary field can be very rewarding." ((in 79 reviews)); "Staff is great and friendly." ((in 70 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 255 reviews)); "Some managers have difficult managig styles." ((in 60 reviews)); "there is no work/life balance" ((in 48 reviews)); "NO TRAINING: coworkers don't help you out and seem to get some sick satisfaction from watching you fail" ((in 48 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 48 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

41% would recommend to a friend

(2,350 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 2,350 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

2.0

Sep 3, 2024

Not supportive

Hospital manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Huge pet discount, doesn't dictate how doctors practice medicine

Cons

Low pay, upper management not supportive of hospital teams, tattle tale culture, don't invest back into their hospital teams

VCA Response

1y

We appreciate you reaching out with this feedback, and want you to know that ensuring our Associates have adequate support is a top priority for us. VCA has made significant investments to expand benefits and mental health resources to support our Associates. All Associates have access to 12 company-paid sessions each year with a Lyra Health coach or mental health counselor, regardless of whether they are full-time or not. The behavior you've shared does not represent the best of VCA and we would value the chance to personally address your concerns, so we encourage you to get in touch with your Associate Relations Team or contact us at AssociateConcerns@vca.com. Thank you.

4.0

Aug 29, 2024

Good

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Still new to the company, seems welcoming and understanding so far.

Cons

Not a lot of cons at this point.

VCA Response

1y

We are thrilled to welcome you to the team, and truly appreciate this feedback! We look forward to seeing you grow in your role.

3.0

Aug 29, 2024

NA

Registered veterinary technician (rvt)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Work life balance, decent coworkers

Cons

Pay scale, a lot of hands and minds on one patient

VCA Response

1y

It's great to hear that you've found value in the work/life balance we offer and that you enjoy working with your fellow Associates. Thank you for everything you do!

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