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.

Retail San Diego, United States Founded 1965 ~6,435 employees

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Employees
6,435
+0.2% in the 3 months to Feb 2026
Revenue / employee
$950K
Revenue ~$6.1B
12-month attrition
10.6%
Tech: 12.1%
H1B filings, FY2026
11
Sponsors visas

Salaries at Petco

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20 salary profiles in the US

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H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering50
Healthcare8
Operations6
IT2
Consulting1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 11 filings.

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Petco FAQ

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.