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 212 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 79 reviews)); "Staff is great and friendly." ((in 68 reviews)); "Good work environment." ((in 22 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 254 reviews)); "Some managers have difficult managig styles." ((in 60 reviews)); "there is no work/life balance" ((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)); "Upper management is clueless." ((in 42 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).

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2K reviews

2.0

Mar 10, 2026

Good

Vca

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Easy to do work. nice culture

Cons

Too much down time and free time

2.0

Mar 9, 2026

Toxic work culture, incompetent management

Associate veterinarian

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay and benefits are competitive

Cons

Toxic, catty work environment. The managers are bullies who will retaliate if you so much as try to assert a boundary. Chronically understaffed by design: management knows there aren't enough support staff, but also isn't hiring. Deeply unsupportive and toxic

VCA Response

2mo

Thank you for sharing this feedback. We take concerns about leadership behavior, respect, and psychological safety seriously, and we recognize that feeling unable to assert boundaries can be deeply discouraging. At VCA, we continue to invest in leadership development and ongoing training to help create thoughtful, compassionate leadership across our hospitals. Just as importantly, we work to build strong care teams by prioritizing a healthy support‑staff‑to‑doctor ratio and by growing, developing, and fully using the skills of our technicians so everyone feels valued and supported in their role. Our goal is always to create workplaces where people feel comfortable speaking up, confident in the care they provide, and supported by the team around them. Feedback like this matters to us as we continue strengthening the Associate experience and caring for those who care for pets.

5.0

Mar 4, 2026

VCA Countryside Animal Hospital of Hamburg

Hospital manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

VCA Countryside Animal Hospital of Hamburg is an incredibly supportive and team‑oriented workplace. The doctors and support staff are compassionate, skilled, and genuinely committed to patient care. As a Hospital Manager, I’ve had the opportunity to lead a motivated team, strengthen hospital operations, and contribute to a positive culture. What truly stands out is how hard management works to make the hospital an enjoyable place to be. We regularly incorporate fun activities, theme days, celebrations, and small morale‑boosters to help the team de‑stress and stay connected. Whether it's staff appreciation treats, team lunches, holiday competitions, or light‑hearted moments built into busy days, there’s constant effort to keep the workplace uplifting and enjoyable. Those small touches go a long way in a fast‑paced veterinary environment. VCA also offers strong corporate support, great training programs, and continuing education opportunities, which make professional growth accessible and encouraged.

Cons

Like any fast‑paced veterinary hospital, the workload can be demanding at times, but the team works well together and supports one another when things get busy.

VCA Response

3mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate you recognizing VCA as a great place to work. Supporting our Associates through strong teams, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to learn and grow remains a priority, and feedback like this helps reinforce what matters most. Thank you for being part of the care we provide to pets and their families.

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