Petco
Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc. is a prominent U.S. retailer specializing in pet supplies, food, and services. Founded in 1965 in San Diego, California, it began as a mail-order veterinary supply business and has since evolved into a leading retail chain. Petco operates thousands of superstores across the country, offering a wide range of products including premium pet foods and veterinary items, as well as services like grooming, training, and nutritional guidance. The company emphasizes a health and wellness approach for pets, highlighted by initiatives such as the National Pet Food Bank and its commitment to removing artificial ingredients from its food products. Petco also supports animal welfare through its philanthropic arm, Petco Love, which has invested significantly in various animal welfare organizations. With a focus on holistic pet care, Petco continues to serve pet parents nationwide, maintaining its position as the second-largest pet retailer in the U.S.
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Headcount trend
Petco went from 6,576 employees in Mar 2024 to 6,435 in Feb 2026. Sep 2025 to Feb 2026: 146 people joined, 179 left.
Headcount data through Feb 2026
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The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 11 filings.
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How many employees does Petco have?
Petco has about 6,435 employees, up 0.2% over the 3 months to Feb 2026.
Does Petco sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Petco filed 11 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
What is Petco's revenue per employee?
Petco makes about $950K in revenue per employee, based on $6.12B annual revenue and 6,435 employees.
How much does Petco pay?
6figr has 20 salary profiles for Petco in the US and 3 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Petco salaries page. See Petco salaries in the US
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.