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How to Cancel Petco Vital Care (2026 guide)

Cancelling Petco Vital Care depends on how you enrolled and your membership type. This guide covers cancellation through your online account, in-store visits, and phone support for all plan variations.

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Vital Care Cancellation at a Glance

Cancel Online
Depends
Main Cancel methods
Online Account
Phone
In-Store
Time to Cancel
5-15 mins
Phone may have wait times
Where to Cancel
Account Dashboard
Or customer service

Petco Vital Care plans often auto-renew annually, and some older memberships require phone cancellation. If you don't see a cancel option in your online account, you'll need to call customer service instead.

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Cancel Petco Vital Care: Step-by-Step Instructions

Here's how to cancel Vital Care online. If you don't see a cancel option, you'll need to call customer service.

01

Log in to your Petco account

Visit petco.com and sign in using the email and password associated with your Vital Care membership.

02

Navigate to account settings

Click on My Account in the top right corner, then select Vital Care Membership from the menu options.

03

Find membership management options

Look for a Manage Membership or Cancel Membership button in your Vital Care dashboard. Some accounts may not show this option.

04

Confirm cancellation

If available, click Cancel Membership and follow the prompts. You may be asked about your reason for cancelling.

05

Verify confirmation

Check for a cancellation confirmation email or note in your account. Your benefits typically continue until the end of your current billing period.

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Vital Care-specific things to know

Petco wellness plans can work differently depending on when you enrolled. These tips cover common edge cases.

Annual plans renew automatically
Most Vital Care memberships are annual commitments that auto-renew. Cancel at least 30 days before your renewal date to avoid being charged for another year.
Some accounts require phone cancellation
Older Vital Care memberships may not have online cancellation options. If you don't see a cancel button in your account, call customer service.
Benefits continue until expiration
After cancelling, you can still use your Vital Care benefits and discounts until your membership period ends.

Before cancelling Vital Care

These details can affect your cancellation timing or whether it goes through properly.

1. Check your renewal date

Vital Care plans typically renew annually. Find your renewal date in your account to ensure you cancel with enough notice to avoid the next annual charge.

2. Use remaining benefits

If you have unused vet visits, grooming appointments, or other benefits, schedule them before your membership expires since they don't carry over.

3. Note any upcoming pet needs

Consider whether you'll need routine vet care or grooming services in the coming months, as you'll lose the membership discounts after cancelling.

Alternatives to cancelling your membership

If cost is the issue, you might be able to pause your membership or switch to a different plan instead of cancelling completely.

Switch to a different plan level

Petco offers different Vital Care tiers with varying benefits and pricing. You might be able to downgrade to a less expensive option.

  • Vital Care Essential (basic plan)

  • Vital Care Plus (mid-tier)

  • Vital Care Premier (premium)

Pause your Vital Care membership

Some Vital Care plans allow temporary holds for situations like extended travel or temporary financial hardship. Contact customer service to ask about pausing your membership for a few months.

Negotiate a Deal

Petco sometimes offers retention discounts or plan modifications for long-term customers. If you're cancelling due to cost, mention this when calling customer service.

Alternative ways to cancel Vital Care

If you can't cancel through your online account, you'll need to contact Petco directly through one of these methods.

Phone

Call Petco customer service if you don't see a cancel option in your online account or prefer to speak with someone directly.

1-877-738-6742

In Person

Visit any Petco store location to cancel your Vital Care membership in person. Bring a photo ID and your membership information.

Any Petco store location nationwide

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Updated on Jan 21, 2026