Key Takeaways
- Ranked #2 on America's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® in 2025, as featured in The Wall Street Journal.
- An impressive 96% of teammates feel a deep sense of connection with their colleagues.
- A thriving network of more than 20,000 teammates across 850+ hospitals in 42 states.
- Certified Most Loved Workplace® every year from 2022 through 2025, with 15+ specialty badges earned in 2025 alone.
What Is It Like to Work at Mission Pet Health?
Working at Mission Pet Health means joining a team where animal care and human connection go hand in hand. This is a veterinarian-owned and operated organization, so the people making decisions actually know what it feels like to work in a clinic. Leadership understands the day-to-day realities of hospital life — and that changes everything about how the company is run.
The culture runs on three core WAG values: Work Together. Amaze. Grow. These aren't just words on a wall. They shape how teammates collaborate, how leaders show up, and how more than 20,000 people across the country find purpose in their work every day. Mission Pet Health has built something rare: a company where both pets and people truly thrive.
What Do Employees Love About Working at Mission Pet Health?
The numbers paint a remarkable picture. An outstanding 94% of team members say they love their workplace, and an equally impressive 94% trust their managers. A remarkable 93% would recommend Mission Pet Health to a friend or colleague looking for a role they'll love. These aren't coincidences — they are the result of a culture built on genuine respect and real partnership.
Perhaps the most telling number of all: an extraordinary 96% of teammates feel a deep, meaningful connection with the people they work alongside. In veterinary medicine — a field that can be emotionally demanding — that sense of belonging makes all the difference.
According to Best Practice Institute research, workplaces that earn Most Loved Workplace® certification demonstrate measurably stronger employee loyalty and commitment. Mission Pet Health's year-over-year certification from 2022 through 2025 is a testament to that sustained, authentic love from its team.
How Does Mission Pet Health Support Career Growth?
Mission Pet Health doesn't just offer jobs — it offers careers with real momentum. The organization provides advanced clinical and leadership training, continuing education stipends, a proprietary Veterinary Technician school, a Women's Leadership Summit, and a multi-faceted doctor mentorship experience. With career advancement opportunities spanning 850+ hospitals across 42 states, there is room to grow in almost any direction.
It's no surprise the company has appeared on the Inc. 5000 List for 7 consecutive years — growth at this scale only happens when the people inside are thriving too. Mission Pet Health has also earned the verified Most Loved Workplace® for Career Advancement 2025 badge, a recognition reserved for organizations with truly standout growth pathways.
Explore open opportunities and apply for an Associate Veterinarian role at Mission Pet Health today.
What Makes Mission Pet Health's Leadership Different?
Mission Pet Health is led by Dr. Jay Price — the only General Practice Veterinarian leading a company of this scale in the nation. His clinical background means leadership decisions are grounded in the real experience of practicing veterinary medicine. He is known for making room at the table for every teammate's voice, celebrating others' wins over his own, and supporting people through challenges as well as successes.
The Senior Leadership Team is accessible at every level of the organization. Anyone can reach out with ideas, concerns, or feedback — and they will be heard. That openness has earned Mission Pet Health a verified Most Loved Workplace® for CEO 2025 badge, a distinction that signals deep, organization-wide trust in leadership.
Is Mission Pet Health a Good Fit for Everyone?
Mission Pet Health has earned verified Most Loved Workplace® badges for Women, LGBTQ+, Young Professionals, Neurodiversity, African American Workers, Disabled Workers, Parents & Caregivers, Inclusivity, Mental Health, and Wellness — all in 2025. This breadth of recognition reflects a workplace where people of all backgrounds feel welcomed, valued, and supported.
The culture values of Genuine Care for Pets and People, True Partnership in Action, and Autonomy Within Community are lived out across every hospital and home office team. Read more about how Mission Pet Health approaches inclusion, diversity, and belonging in our dedicated article.
If you're passionate about animals, energized by collaboration, and looking for a workplace where you are truly valued, Mission Pet Health may be exactly the home you've been searching for. View all open roles at Mission Pet Health's career page.