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Who we are

An international distributor of products, technology, services and business solutions for the oral and animal health markets — since 1877.

More than a distributor

Patterson connects the dental and animal health communities with the products, technology and expertise they rely on every day. We pair bold solutions with a personal touch — guiding practices of every size, from independent clinics to large group networks and production operations across North America and the United Kingdom.

Founded: 1877
Headquarters: Saint Paul, MN
Markets: Dental · Animal Health
Footprint: North America · UK

The scale behind the service

1877Serving customers since

86MU.S. households have pets

98%of customers reached in 1–2 days

60fulfillment centers

Two markets, one mission

Dental

Oral health

Everyday essentials, equipment, technology and practice-management software for dentists across North America.

Patterson Dental

Animal health

Veterinary · Production · Equine

Supplies, equipment and software for veterinarians and producers — supporting the health of companion and production animals internationally.

Patterson Veterinary

The Patterson promise

Generations of quality customer service define our business operations and our personal interactions.

Three core capabilities

CapabilityWhat it deliversProof point

ServiceDedicated representatives, equipment service and training that know each customer and market.A personal touch

LogisticsFast, reliable, sustainable delivery from fulfillment centers across North America and the UK.98% in 1–2 days

ProductsEveryday consumables through advanced equipment, diagnostics and business software.Essentials to tech

Our promise

Built on a personal touch

Bold solutions, delivered by people who know their customers — that is how we strengthen the practices that keep us and our animals healthy.

Let’s work together

Together, we are transforming the way care is delivered to people and animals.

Web: pattersoncompanies.com
Phone: 1.800.328.5536
Headquarters: Saint Paul, Minnesota

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