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Veterinarian Jobs at Vetco Petco in Los Angeles, CA

Working as a Veterinarian at Vetco inside Petco in Los Angeles means practicing medicine in a collaborative, modern clinic designed to support both pets and care teams. Vetco clinics foster a compassionate, team‑based environment, where veterinarians are surrounded by trained paraprofessionals, streamlined workflows, and the resources of a nationally recognized pet health organization. While the pace can be energetic and fast‑moving, that environment creates strong peer collaboration, efficient patient flow, and the opportunity to make meaningful impact every day. Veterinarians benefit from operational support, centralized systems, and access to tools that reduce administrative burden, allowing more focus on patient care. For clinicians who thrive in dynamic settings, Vetco offers fulfilling work, modern practices, and the satisfaction of helping pets stay healthy within their community.

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Location Overview

The Vetco clinic is conveniently located inside Petco at 5507 Hollywood Blvd, Suite A, Los Angeles, CA 90028, placing team members in the heart of one of LA’s most vibrant neighborhoods. This central Hollywood location offers easy access to nearby landmarks like the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Dolby Theatre, and Ovation Hollywood, along with a wide range of dining, coffee shops, and everyday conveniences within walking distance. The surrounding area blends historic LA character with modern entertainment, retail, and transit access—making it an ideal setting for professionals who want work close to lifestyle amenities. Whether heading in before a shift or unwinding after work, the neighborhood provides energy, walkability, and flexibility for daily routines.

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Shelly Ferris, DVM, Petco Chief Veterinarian, West

"At Petco, Vetco Total Care hospitals and Vetco Vaccination Clinics, a common mission drives us: to improve the lives of pets, pet parents and each other. I work to ensure our veterinary teams' voices are heard and that they have the support they need to provide the very best veterinary care possible to pets in their communities."

After graduating from the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 2002, Dr. Ferris joined a national veterinary network as an Associate Veterinarian. As she became more engaged in the business and people-management aspects of veterinary medicine, she took on the role of Chief of Staff. Dr. Ferris then served as a Medical Director for over a decade, during which she was named Medical Director of the Year twice, before progressing to Director of Veterinary Quality.

Dr. Ferris joined Petco as Regional Medical Director in 2019 and now serves as Chief Veterinarian, West, where she excels as a dedicated advocate for veterinary wellness and autonomy. She's been a recipient of the Preventive Care Award and the Pawsability Award for Helping to Keep Pets and People Together. She takes pride in how Petco, Vetco Total Care and Vetco Vaccination Clinics are improving work life for doctors and paraprofessionals, reducing overall stress, and creating happier, healthier hospital teams.

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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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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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