Distributor of dental and animal health products.
Patterson Companies, Inc., headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a leading distributor of dental and animal health products across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. Established in 1877 and originally known as Patterson Dental Company, the company rebranded as Patterson Companies, Inc. in June 2004 to reflect its expanded scope and diverse service offerings.
Operating through three distinct segments Dental, Animal Health, and Corporate Patterson Companies serves a broad customer base that includes dentists, laboratories, healthcare institutions, veterinarians, and animal health professionals. The Dental segment supplies a comprehensive range of consumable products such as infection control items, restorative materials, and instruments. It also offers advanced dental equipment, practice management software, e-commerce solutions, and patient engagement systems, alongside maintenance services and equipment financing.
In its Animal Health segment, Patterson distributes a wide array of biologicals, pharmaceuticals, vaccines, parasiticides, diagnostics, and prescription diets. The segment also includes non-prescription diets, nutritional supplements, consumable supplies, and specialized equipment, complemented by value-added services. Patterson's private label portfolio, under brands like Aspen and First Companion, caters to veterinarians, producers, and retailers, contributing to comprehensive care in the animal health sector.
Beyond its core operations, Patterson Companies' Corporate segment provides customer financing services and markets a variety of miscellaneous products. Through strategic partnerships and a commitment to innovation, Patterson continues to enhance its capabilities in delivering essential products and services that support the health and well-being of both dental and animal health communities worldwide.