epiq Animal Health

What epiq Animal Health does

epiq Animal Health is a US-based animal health distribution and channel-partnership company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Dublin, operating with 11–50 employees. The company functions as an authorized distributor for major animal health manufacturers — notably Mars Petcare's Greenies dental treats and Pill Pockets, Zesty Paws' Professional Native Probiotic line, Vetramil's honey-based skincare products, and Vetirus's regenerative solutions — connecting these brands with veterinary clinics, animal health distributors, retailers, and e-commerce partners across the United States through an omni-channel model.

Beyond physical distribution, epiq operates as an integrated commercial-services partner for manufacturers, providing third-party logistics (3PL) warehousing and fulfillment, dedicated account management, and tailored marketing support intended to function as an extension of manufacturers' commercial organizations. Revenue is generated from distribution margins and fees, managed logistics services, and professional services tied to account and marketing support, with the company positioned as a specialist intermediary in the animal health vertical rather than a product manufacturer. The company's customer base is hybrid: enterprise-level manufacturer principals upstream and a long tail of veterinary clinics, distributors, and retail/e-commerce channels downstream serving tens of thousands of end customers. No public technology platform, proprietary AI/ML capability, or disclosed revenue is referenced in available sources, and ownership structure (including a possible Covetrus relationship suggested by shared privacy-policy infrastructure) is not formally disclosed.

Name

epiq Animal Health

Legal name

epiq Animal Health

Website

https://epiq-ah.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

epiq Animal Health is a US-based animal health distributor and channel partner that provides 3PL logistics, account management, and marketing services to manufacturers, distributing brands like Greenies, Zesty Paws, and Vetramil to veterinary clinics, retailers, and e-commerce partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Health Distribution

SIC

Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Pet Health & Wellness Distribution (Supplements, OTC, Preventives) (CRAOAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialty Veterinary Therapeutics Distribution (Oncology, Dermatology, Endocrinology) (HLAMAIAH), Pet Supplies Omnichannel (CRAFAEAJ)

Keywords

• Animal health distribution
• Veterinary supply chain
• 3PL logistics services
• Pet health products
• Manufacturer distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Dublin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Distribution Services: epiq Animal Health generates revenue by serving as an authorized distributor for animal health product manufacturers, distributing their products across the veterinary channel, retailers, and e-commerce partners. Revenue is derived from distribution fees and margins on product sales.
2. 3PL / Logistics Services: The company provides third-party logistics (3PL) services including warehousing, order fulfillment, and supply chain management for manufacturer partners. These logistics services support efficient delivery to distributor partners and veterinary clinics.
3. Account Management and Marketing Services: Dedicated account management and marketing support are provided as part of the partnership offering, helping manufacturers execute go-to-market strategies, manage distributor relationships, and drive product demand.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

epiq Animal Health is a distribution and strategic partnership company that connects animal health product manufacturers with veterinary clinics, distributors, retailers, and e-commerce channels across the United States. The company distributes brands such as Greenies, Zesty Paws Professional Native Probiotic, and Vetramil honey-based animal skincare products, and complements distribution with third-party logistics (3PL) services, dedicated account management, and tailored marketing support for manufacturer partners.

Product overview

epiq Animal Health is a distribution and strategic partnership company in the animal health industry, not a product manufacturer. The company operates as an authorized distributor connecting animal health product manufacturers (including Greenies, Zesty Paws, Vetramil) with distributors, clinics, and e-commerce channels. The portfolio includes distributed brands: Greenies dental treats and Pill Pockets, Zesty Paws Professional Native Probiotic line with canine-native probiotic strains, and Vetramil honey-based animal skincare products. epiq provides complementary service offerings including 3PL logistics services, dedicated account management, marketing support, and supply chain solutions to support manufacturers' growth objectives. The company partners with manufacturers through strategic alliances, provides distributors with best-in-class products, and connects innovative science-backed products with veterinary professionals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Greenies Pet dental treats and Pill Pockets for administering medications. epiq serves as an authorized distributor of Greenies products to veterinary clinics, distributors, retailers, and e-commerce channels across the United States.
• Zesty Paws Professional Native Probiotic Veterinary-exclusive probiotic products featuring canine-native probiotic strains sourced from the gut of healthy dogs, including two formulations for therapeutic use and for recovery and ongoing digestive health maintenance. Distributed exclusively through epiq into the veterinary channel.
• Vetramil Honey-Based Animal Skincare Products Honey-based animal skincare products formulated for various skin conditions in large and small animals, including birds, snakes, and reptiles. Newly introduced to the U.S. market through epiq's distribution and educational programs.
• 3PL Logistics Services Third-party logistics services including warehousing, order fulfillment, and supply chain management that ensure efficient and reliable product delivery from manufacturer partners to distributors and veterinary clinics.
• Account Management Dedicated account management team that operates as an extension of the manufacturer's commercial organization, providing industry knowledge, responsiveness, and oversight of opportunities and distributor relationships.
• Marketing Support Tailored marketing solutions that amplify manufacturers' commercial capabilities, including demand generation, brand differentiation, and educational content for veterinary professionals.
• Supply Chain Solutions Comprehensive supply chain management solutions including logistics, inventory management, and distribution capabilities that support animal health product manufacturers and distributors in reaching clinical, retail, and e-commerce channels.

Quantifiable outcome

• Tens of thousands of customers served through logistics network

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Vetirus Animal HealthminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026epiq Animal Health and Vetirus Animal Health entered an agreement to offer a regenerative solution for animals. The partnership aims to expand access to regenerative animal health products across the industry.
• Mars Petcare US, Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 February 2026epiq Animal Health entered a strategic distribution agreement with Mars Petcare US, Inc. to become an authorized distributor of Greenies products including Dental Treats and Pill Pockets. Greenies had previously been exclusively available through Covetrus, and this partnership aims to expand distribution throughout the animal health industry. Mars Petcare stated it plans to accelerate performance and drive profitable growth in the veterinary channel through this arrangement.
• Zesty PawscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 19 January 2026epiq Animal Health and Zesty Paws entered a distribution and strategic partnership to bring veterinary-exclusive products to animal health clinics across the United States. epiq distributes Zesty Paws' Professional Native Probiotic line featuring canine-native probiotic strains, marking Zesty Paws' first expansion into the veterinary channel. The companies also collaborate on supply chain solutions and educational programs for veterinary professionals.
• Vetramil USA Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 January 2026epiq Animal Health and Vetramil USA Inc. entered a distribution and strategy agreement to make Vetramil's honey-based animal skincare products widely available in the United States. The products, previously available only abroad in several European countries, are formulated for various skin conditions in both large and small animals. The companies collaborate on supply chain solutions while educating and training animal health communities across the US market.
• Sentrx Animal CarecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributorepiq Animal Health has provided Sentrx Animal Care with 3PL logistics services, ensuring efficient and reliable product delivery to distributor partners and veterinary clinics. epiq's dedicated account management team and marketing support has served as an extension of Sentrx's commercial capabilities. This partnership spanned several years and played a role in Sentrx's acquisition by Domes Pharma Group.
• VANE (Veterinary Angel Network for Entrepreneurs)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVANE accelerates animal health innovation by connecting veterinarians, industry leaders, and founders. Its 90 expert members identify breakthrough technologies, support startups, and help drive partnerships, acquisitions, and market impact. epiq Animal Health aligns with and supports VANE as a strategic collaborator.
• NOMV (Not One More Vet)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNOMV is dedicated to transforming mental wellness in the veterinary profession through support, education, and resources. epiq Animal Health aligns with and supports NOMV as a strategic collaborator, fostering sustainable wellbeing across the animal health industry.
• VHMA (Veterinary Hospital Managers Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVHMA enhances and serves veterinary management professionals through superior education, certification, and networking. epiq Animal Health aligns with and supports VHMA as a strategic collaborator and sponsor.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Covetrus: One of the largest veterinary distributors in the US, formerly exclusive distributor of Greenies. Epiq shares its privacy policy infrastructure with Covetrus and now directly competes for the same manufacturer-distribution mandates.
• MWI Animal Health: Veterinary distributor now part of Covetrus/Mars, specializing in pharmaceuticals and animal-health products. Direct competitor for manufacturer distribution agreements and veterinary clinic relationships.
• Victor Medical Company: US veterinary and animal-health distributor serving companion-animal practices. Operates a similar authorized-distribution model for animal-health manufacturers, directly competing with epiq for clinic relationships.
• Animal Health International: Veterinary and livestock-product distributor now part of Patterson. Comparable wholesale distribution role for animal-health manufacturers targeting vet clinics, ranchers and retailers.
• Henry Schein Animal Health: Animal-health distribution arm of Henry Schein, serving veterinary clinics with pharmaceuticals, supplies and equipment. Directly comparable distribution-plus-services offering to epiq.
• Patterson Veterinary Supply: Major US veterinary products distributor serving companion-animal and equine practices. Comparable to epiq in distribution-led business model and clinic reach, but at materially greater scale and SKU breadth.
• Midwest Veterinary Supply: Family-owned distributor of veterinary pharmaceuticals, supplies and equipment across the US. Comparable independent distributor profile to epiq in target customer (veterinary clinics) and channel model.

Emerging players

• Vetcove: Online B2B marketplace that lets veterinary clinics compare and order from multiple distributors. An emerging, digitally native channel that competes for the same clinic purchasing dollars and the same manufacturer mindshare that epiq targets.
• PetMed Express: Online pet pharmacy and OTC retailer sourcing from animal-health manufacturers. Comparable in pet health & wellness product flow, though it owns the consumer-facing e-commerce side rather than serving clinics.

Broad incumbents

• PetIQ: Public animal-health company combining manufacturing, distribution and retail vet clinics (VIP Petcare). Comparable in animal-health product breadth and manufacturer-distribution activity, but operates at significantly larger scale and vertical integration.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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Investments

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