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Fun rewarding job
10/19/2025 - Santa Rosa, CA
Pros
Working with animals and teaching humans how to speak dog.
Cons
Low pay, hours get cut, very corporate,
okay
10/26/2025 - Houston, TX
Pros
it was pretty okay for a first job
Cons
way too high expectations for the job you have
summer job
10/01/2025 - Salt Lake City, UT
Pros
laid back, easy work, big company
Cons
cashier job, not great pay or hours
Good for starting out, no reason to climb corporate ladder
10/08/2025 - Newport News, VA
Pros
- Good employees, people have genuine care and knowledge for animals.- Flexible hours.- +2$ above minimum wage.- Relatively easy job, no previous experience needed.
Cons
- Constant management issues.- Corporate cares too much about sales and pushing paid memberships.
Does everything to take money from groomers
10/21/2025 - null
Pros
Petco drove my friends away. Good people. Hard workers. The only good thing is that I met them.
Cons
Management will steal longterm request clients from you to give to other groomers even if it angers clients or destroys your income. District managers and their bosses are allowed to set vendettas against you for asking help with difficult situations. They do nothing about stylists who leave dogs alone on tables, take without rabies, repeatedly cut them to the point of a vet visit, and don't care if a dog is screaming bloody murder or beating the crap out of its head as it barks in the kennel. You are NOT allowed to when in doubt refer out. Charge what ur worth. You DO NOT learn anything from your grooming instructor. You only learn if some poor sap like me takes pity on u after and retrains u. It's not a healthy environment. They made it every man for themselves and you're not allowed to have requests. They do everything they can so you don't meet the pro status and keep your 55%. Bath dogs are only to be done by the bathers. The only way to make money is to work through all your breaks. Never go to the bathroom. And work overtime stacking dogs every 1/2 hour. But they kept shortening appt times and not allowing blocks. ... yeah if you don't have friends in your salon you won't survive.
Good experience
10/01/2025 - Minneapolis, MN
Pros
Enjoyed working there for quick money
Cons
Strict management constantly micro managing
Job
10/03/2025 - United, WV
Pros
Great ethics. And good working hours
Cons
It does get tiring sometimes.
Expendable
10/16/2025 - Memphis, TN
Pros
Working with the animals, assisting customers who truly care, and providing emotional support. Coworkers are generally nice and will work with you.
Cons
Retail, some customers are not fit for animals and often times it leads to conflict when they must be told no. Short breaks, long hours. Some conditions are not great in the store for the animals themselves. Varies across location.
good place to work
10/07/2025 - Porter Ranch, CA
Pros
I made a lot of money during busy season
Cons
can be overwhelming when it is super busy
Great Stuff
10/03/2025 - Brooklyn, NY
Pros
Great opportunity to speak with new customers and improve customer experience.
Cons
Some customers could be a pain in the butt.
Decent job, if you love animals but not good pay or amount of hours
10/09/2025 - Seattle, WA
Pros
Great coworkers, animals, generally reliable scheduling
Cons
Low pay, low hours, management isn’t great
Generally okay, underpaid for difficulty of the job and common megacorp cons
10/09/2025 - Redwood City, CA
Pros
You work with very few people and have to respond to just your salon leader and general manager. You're never the top of the food chain, so if customers are causing problems, you can refer them to a manager instead of dealing with it yourself. You're responsible for your own schedule and you mostly have control over your schedule. You spend a lot of time alone or with 1-4 coworkers out of the view of management and customers. You can listen to music (or at least my manager never said anything about it). Working with dogs can be fun and cute.
Cons
Management places a huge emphasis on money and sales but does not provide sales training. You have to try and sell Vital Care Premiere, which is basically Petco+, and is honestly a bad deal unless you have a LOT of pets. You may have to juggle running to the back to wash a dog and dealing with customers in the front. Some of the rules are stupid and don't apply. Sick hour accrue slowly. You're expected to wash 4-5 dogs per day, but customers booking with you isn't really in your control, so they may assign you to do cold calls. Bookings overlap in the schedule when glitching occurs and customers get upset, and "blocks" for breaks often don't stop people from being able to book a dog at that time. Breaks very very often get missed or skipped because you have to finish dogs in a time crunch. You're responsible for all cleaning, and sometimes cleaning supplies don't get ordered in time. Things break pretty often, and corporate is slow about ordering new things. You may be asked to clean or work in store if the day is slow or you have very few dogs. Corporate is largely dismissive of issues, my manager was clocking my co-worker out for 10 minute breaks (in my state 2 legally required per 8 hour shift) so he could pay her less, and corporate took months to respond and move the case along, and I don't know if she ever got paid what was stolen from her. Working with dogs itself is not for the faint of heart, you will likely get bitten, scratched, peed on, pooped on, possibly bled on, fur in your clothes, eyes, nose and mouth, and you have to do gland expressions which involves pinching around a dog's poop hole. The sanitization aspect is also pretty gross.
Great company to work for
10/02/2025 - San Diego, CA
Pros
Pay is pretty goodBenefits are solidSuper chill group of people to work withBring your pets to work
Cons
Lots of turnover leads to hung up projectsLeadership changes have been frequent leading to a lot of shifting prioritiesNo real career growth opportunities
Learned alot
10/03/2025 - San Diego, CA
Pros
Working at Petco taught me a lot about animals and nutrition and I’m thankful for that
Cons
Pay was low, went through a ton of managers, and most weren’t great
Direction constantly changes
10/24/2025 - San Diego, CA
Pros
nice place to bring your pets to work.
Cons
direction changes, not the best comp nor do they actually care about their employees.
What are popular careers at Petco?
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Sales Associate
Help customers find products for their pets. Assist with transactions and provide excellent customer service.
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Dog Groomer
Groom dogs using professional tools. Ensure pets look and feel their best.
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Stocker
Keep shelves stocked with products. Ensure items are properly placed and restocked.
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Animal Care Attendant
Care for pets in the store. Feed, walk, and play with animals to keep them happy and healthy.
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Dog Trainer
Train dogs using positive reinforcement techniques. Teach basic commands and behavior correction.
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Sales Specialist
Sell pet products and services. Meet customer needs and drive sales for the store.
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Veterinary Assistant
Assist veterinarians with exams and treatments. Help care for pets and support veterinary staff.
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General Manager
Oversee daily operations. Ensure the store runs smoothly and meets performance goals.
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Store Manager
Lead the store team. Ensure high-quality customer service and store operations.
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Receptionist
Greet customers and handle inquiries. Manage phone calls and appointments for the store.
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Where is Petco hiring?
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San Diego, CA
Work in a coastal city known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant communities. Employees enjoy a relaxed yet dynamic atmosphere with plenty of outdoor activities and a strong focus on pet wellness.
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San Antonio, TX
Experience a city that combines rich history with modern amenities. Petco employees benefit from a growing job market and a community that values family and pet care.
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Brooklyn, NY
Join a bustling borough with a diverse and lively community. Employees here enjoy the urban charm, easy access to public transportation, and a pet-loving populace.
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Houston, TX
Work in a thriving metropolis with a diverse culture and a growing economy. Employees here experience a high demand for pet services and enjoy a lively and supportive community.
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Phoenix, AZ
Experience the warmth and energy of a city with a strong community spirit. Petco employees benefit from a sunny climate and a growing population that values pet care.
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Tucson, AZ
Work in a vibrant city that combines natural beauty with a close-knit community. Employees enjoy a relaxed lifestyle and a supportive environment for pet wellness.
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San Jose, CA
Join a tech hub with a strong economy and vibrant community. Employees enjoy a modern, dynamic workplace and a city that values both innovation and pet care.
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Las Vegas, NV
Experience the excitement of a city that never sleeps. Petco employees here enjoy a vibrant nightlife and a community that appreciates both entertainment and pets.
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Austin, TX
Work in a city known for its live music scene and strong tech industry. Employees benefit from a lively atmosphere, a growing job market, and a pet-friendly community.
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New York, NY
Join the energy of one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Employees here enjoy a fast-paced environment, diverse culture, and a high demand for pet services.
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