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DismissPetco is a retailer. They sell pet products and services, and certain types of small live animals.
petco.com/shop/en/petcostorePetco pay 2026
626 people who work at Petco have taken the Breakroom Quiz. Here's everything they told us about pay per hour, pay by age, and more.
How much do Petco pay per hour?
This table shows how pay rates at Petco compare across the different types of jobs they offer.
| Job | Petco pay |
|---|---|
| Animal care specialist 120 jobs | $14.25-21.64 per hour |
| Cashier | $14.00-17.50 per hour |
| Sales associate 630 jobs | $14.00-17.08 per hour |
| Manager 234 jobs | $42.7k-87.6k per year |
| Veterinary assistant 144 jobs | $15.50-19.72 per hour |
| Dog trainer 175 jobs | $15.53-19.77 per hour |
| Assistant manager 29 jobs | $22.73-28.10 per hour |
| Associate 633 jobs | $14.70-18.60 per hour |
Based on data from 249 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
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Find available jobsDo Petco give paid sick leave?
No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick at Petco.
Last updated June 11, 2026
Do Petco pay breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks at Petco.
Last updated June 11, 2026
Do Petco pay by the hour or annually?
People get paid by the hour at Petco.
Last updated June 11, 2026
Do workers at Petco do extra work that they don’t get paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time at Petco.
Last updated May 25, 2026