Life @ Petco
Building a community focused on care and wellness.
Our purpose is to improve the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners.
Petco is a very special place to work. These values capture that spirit, outlining the behaviors that we expect from ourselves and each other as we—29,000 strong—continue to do the important work of improving lives.
Petco Values
Our Values
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We make pet parenting easier by
- Putting the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
- Giving pet parents expert service and advice through our unmatched focus on health and wellness.
- Improving the whole health of pets with data-driven insights.
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We’re redefining the pet industry by
- Bringing together a one-stop-shop for pets and pet parents that only we can provide.
- Challenging the status quo and making groundbreaking choices for pet health and wellness.
- Building a brighter future for pets by innovating and constantly improving.
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We improve the lives of pets, pet parents and partners by
- Advancing health and wellness through the products and services we offer and through the lifesaving work of Petco Love
- Empowering partners and investing in our wellbeing so we can thrive and build purpose-driven careers.
- Operating with sustainable business practices.
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We work together to unlock our collective power by
- Acting with integrity and holding ourselves and each other accountable to deliver strong results.
- Working through challenges together with empathy and respect.
- Celebrating achievements and having fun at work with pets and people.
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We value each partner’s unique talent and perspective by
- Supporting partners in being their whole, authentic selves.
- Creating a workplace that is welcoming, respectful, and safe.
- Listening and communicating honestly and clearly.
Our Impact
We pledge our support to our planet and are committed to becoming the foremost and most reliable source in pet care, health, and wellness.
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- Nearly 1300lbs of trash prevented from entering waterways
- 6M+ single-use polybags eliminated in our supply chain
- 95% of store signage printed on more sustainable materials
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- 29K + Petco Partners (Employees)
- $2M + in financial support provided to nearly 2K Petco partners who suffered a hardship
- More than 500K hours of training provided for store employees in 2022
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- 3M+ free vaccines through Petco Love to keep pets healthy
- Helped nearly 7 million pets to find loving new families with Petco Love
- American Humane Certified first pet retailer to be awarded this coveted seal of approval
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion @ Petco
At Petco, we strive to create an environment that values diverse backgrounds and identities. We understand that an inclusive workplace unlocks diversity of perspectives which enable critical innovation, creative problem solving and high engagement that are keys to our mission of improving the lives of pets, pet parents and our employees.
Building Belonging through Partner Resource Groups
We believe that building and supporting connections between our employees creates a more fulfilling workplace experience and enables us to tap into the diverse expertise that we collectively bring.
Ability @ Petco
Foster an inclusive environment that supports partners who have a disability & partners who have family members, friends, co-workers or others in their lives with disabilities.
Black @ Petco
Foster diversity, inclusion and belonging by supporting all partners, celebrating the Black experience and contributions, promoting cultural awareness, and building community connections.
LGBTQ+ @ Petco
To provide a community for gender and sexual minority partners at Petco. The community’s focus is inclusivity through language, benefits, career advancement and support.
Military & Veterans @ Petco
To educate partners about our military and veteran community and provide a supportive network for our veterans and military family members at Petco.
Pan Asian American @ Petco
Our goal is to be the champion for community empowerment, cultural acknowledgement and professional development for Asian-Americans and allies.
Petcontigo @ Petco
To nurture, support, advocate and empower the talented, pet-obsessed Latinx partners at Petco by celebrating the richness of our culture through our company’s inclusive values.
Women @ Petco
Create a community for all, fostering a welcoming & inclusive environment where gender equality, mutual-aid, relationship-building, new opportunities & empowering self-actualization are encouraged and created.
Petco Total Rewards Benefits
Petco Total Rewards Benefits care for your total physical, emotional and financial wellness, as well as your loved ones.
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Health and Wellness
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
- Gender-affirming care benefits
- Adoption & fertility benefits
- Flexible shifts & schedules
- Generous time off & holidays
- Employee Assistance Program with free, 24/7 mental health, legal & financial resources
- Basic life & AD&D insurance
- Pet bereavement
- Paid parental leave
Financial Wellness
- Competitive pay
- 401(K) + Company Match
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee referral rewards
- Employee stock purchase program
- Generous discounts: store, grooming, dog training & veterinary care
Career Growth
- Professional advancement opportunities
- Business & leadership training
- Collaborative & supportive environment
Petco Discounts
- 40% off Petco-owned brands
- 20% or more off most in-store purchases & services
- 10% off petco.com purchases
- FREE Dog Training group classes
- 20% off Grooming
- 20% off vet services
- Petco Perks discounts on popular entertainment, fitness, travel, tech, home, auto & pet insurance brands
*Benefits vary depending on role.
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Benefits
- FlexWork Bridge Plan – Medical Insurance, including unlimited $0 copay virtual care visits, Hospital & Accident Indemnity Plans
- Competitive compensation packages
- 401(K) + Company Match
- Employee referral rewards
- Employee Stock Purchase program
- Flexible shifts & schedules
- Employee Assistance Program with free, 24/7 mental health, legal & financial resources
- Career advancement & leadership opportunities
- Generous discounts: store, grooming, dog training & veterinary care
Petco Discounts
- 40% off Petco-owned brands
- Promotional discounts up to 60% off provided by Petco brand partners
- 20% or more off most in-store purchases & services
- 10% off petco.com purchases
- FREE Dog Training group classes
- 20% off Grooming
- 20% off vet services
- Petco Perks discounts on popular entertainment, fitness, travel, tech, home, auto & pet insurance brands
*Benefits vary depending on role.
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Health and Wellness
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
- Flexible shifts & schedules
- Flexible, open & paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program with free, 24/7 mental health, legal & financial resources
- Basic life & AD&D insurance
- Supplemental benefits & insurance
- Pet bereavement
- Paid parental leave
- Gender-affirming care benefits
- Adoption & fertility benefits
Financial Wellness
- Competitive pay
- 401(K) + Company Match
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Professional liability coverage
- Employee referral rewards
- Employee stock purchase program
- Generous discounts to care for your pets
- Up to 100% reimbursement of DEA license
Career Growth
- Leadership & development training
- Free online courses & paid certifications
- Up to $3500/year for continuing education
- Ultrasound and equipment training
- Veterinary student externships & early-career mentorship
Petco Discounts
- 40% off Petco-owned brands
- 20% or more off most in-store purchases & services
- 10% off petco.com purchases
- FREE Dog Training group classes
- 20% off Grooming
- Veterinary services discounts
- Petco Perks discounts on popular entertainment, fitness, travel, tech, home, auto & pet insurance brands
Hospitals Equipped With
- DDXR
- Idexx
- Butterfly iQ+ Vet handheld ultrasound
- Vetology Radiograph interpretation AI
- VetScan IMAGYST
- Doppler
- Surgical suite
*Benefits vary depending on role.
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Our Commitment to People, Pets and Planet
We believe the passion for pets is universal. To better serve our diverse customers across our 1,500 Pet Care Centers, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals and 1700+ weekly Vetco vaccination clinics, we are intentional about bringing the skillsets and experiences that help us meet the needs of all pets and pet parents. From attracting bilingual talent needed to serve multicultural market segments to leveraging a variety of perspectives to help us innovate in a competitive and changing industry, we know diversity and inclusion are critical business drivers to help Petco meet the needs of all pet families.
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Planet
- Began transitioning in-store habitats from fluorescent to LED bulbs, resulting in energy savings.
- Reduced energy usage by more than 4 million kWh through our lighting curtailment program.
- In 2024, our recycling initiatives diverted nearly 400 tons of plastic from landfills.
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People
- Provided career or skills-related training to 98% of all employees.
- Sponsored more than 150 scholarships through our Petco/Penn Foster Scholarship Program and Latinx Veterinary Medical Association.
- Nearly 600,000 hours of training delivered to pet care center partners.
- Over 40% of General Manager and District General Manager positions filled by internal promotions.
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Pets
- Reunited more than 100,000 pets with their pet parents through Petco Love Lost.
- Helped save nearly 7 million animals through adoptions in Petco pet care centers
- Distributed more than 3.2 million free vaccines to pets via Petco Love.
- Invested nearly $410 million in lifesaving animal welfare work.
- Helped more than 4,000 animal welfare partners.
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