Does Houston SPCA pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Houston SPCA employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Houston SPCA. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Houston SPCA?

44% of Houston SPCA employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Houston SPCA 2.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 2.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Houston SPCA?

Animal Care Technician (4) , Veterinary Technician (4) , Animal Caretaker (3)

What are the pros of working at Houston SPCA according to real employee reviews?

"Most of the people are great." ((in 4 reviews)); "The investigations team is incredible, with many dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to protect animals." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Houston SPCA according to real employee reviews?

"Prime example of how horrible management can destroy an otherwise great organization." ((in 9 reviews)); "Upper management does not appreciate their employees" ((in 4 reviews)); "Backbreaking work for low pay, no room to move upwards" ((in 3 reviews))

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Houston SPCA Reviews

2.7

44% would recommend to a friend

(57 total reviews)

Patricia Mercer

35% approve of CEO

27% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.3

Diversity and inclusion

2.8

Culture and values

2.5

Compensation and benefits

2.4

Work/Life balance

2.3

Senior management

2.3

Career opportunities

Houston SPCA has an employee rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars, based on 57 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Houston SPCA employee rating is 25% below average for employers within the Personal consumer services industry (3.6 stars).

Reviews by job title

57 reviews

3.0

17 May 2026

Mean Girl Energy

Animal care

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Spent the day around cats and dogs.

Cons

Cliques, favoritism, politics, weird vibes.

5.0

7 Apr 2026

Supportive team dedicated to a challenging mission

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

The people care so much about the mission. Everyone helps each other and jumps in when in need.

Cons

The work can be mentally exhausting given the mission.

3.0

11 Mar 2026

12345

Technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Meaningful purpose, passionate employees, great people to work with

Cons

Sadly, Burnout guaranteed 👌🏻 💯

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Jobs at Houston SPCA

Development Coordinator

Houston, TX

USD 48K - USD 67K /yr

(Glassdoor Est.)

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Veterinary Clinic Manager

Houston, TX

USD 62K - USD 91K /yr

(Glassdoor Est.)

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Vice President of Shelter Operations

Houston, TX

USD 98K - USD 152K /yr

USD 97K - USD 154K /yr

(Glassdoor Est.)

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Emergency Veterinary Medical Technician

Houston, TX

USD 45K - USD 61K /yr

(Glassdoor Est.)

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