VCA Animal Hospitals
Over 1,000 veterinary hospitals across North America
- FOUNDED
- 1986
- OWNER
- JAB Holding Company
- PARENT
- Mars Petcare
- IMPACTS
- 1 documented
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Editorial Record
maintained by DeathbyPE. Every claim links to a public source.Timeline
1986
VCA Animal Hospitals founded
2022
Staffing shortages and burnout epidemic in corporate vet practices
CriticalStaff CutsPE-owned veterinary chains have high turnover rates due to aggressive productivity targets, reduced support staff, and burnout. The veterinary profession now has one of the highest suicide rates.
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