PHARMACOPOLA s.r.o.

What PHARMACOPOLA s.r.o. does

PHARMACOPOLA s.r.o. is a Slovak veterinary and animal-care distribution company headquartered in Žiar nad Hronom, operational since 23 September 1992. The company distributes veterinary pharmaceuticals, biopreparations, pet food and veterinary diets, breeding supplies, and veterinary instruments and devices to veterinarians, pharmacies, petshops, professional breeders, institutions, and other distributors across Slovakia. Its served customer base includes 1,350+ veterinarians, 200 pharmacies, 1,550 professional breeders, and 1,000+ breeding-supply customers, served through approximately 12 field sales representatives (split into VET and PET divisions), a 24/7 B2B portal, and phone customer service. Logistics infrastructure comprises a 2,500 m² central warehouse in Žiar nad Hronom with 20,000+ active SKUs, two transshipment hubs (Senec and Prešov), and 30 drivers covering 8,000 km daily to deliver 650 orders and 500 unloadings per day.

The business model is anchored on exclusive distribution agreements with global manufacturers including Royal Canin (2001), Farmina (2013), Alleva (2019), KONG and INABA (2022), Vet Expert and VINNO (2023). PHARMACOPOLA resells these brands within Slovakia at individually negotiated pricing, with no public price list. Ancillary services broaden the offering: free 14-day equipment rental, financed equipment purchases up to €5,000, VÚB Bank leasing for higher-value equipment, POS terminals through Global Payments, and the 'A Step Ahead with PHARMACOPOLA' educational program featuring veterinary workshops and seminars. The company is a private family business led by General Director Andrej Žigo, with approximately 130 employees.

Name

PHARMACOPOLA s.r.o.

Legal name

PHARMACOPOLA s.r.o.

Website

https://pharmacopola.sk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PHARMACOPOLA s.r.o. is a Slovak veterinary and animal-care distributor, founded 1992, serving veterinarians, pharmacies, petshops, and breeders in Slovakia with pharmaceuticals, pet food, breeding supplies, and veterinary equipment via exclusive brand partnerships and a nationwide next-day delivery network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Distribution

NAICS

Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers (424210), Pharmacies and Drug Retailers (456110)

SIC

Wholesale-Drugs, Proprietaries & Druggists' Sundries (5122), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047)

akta.pro primary industry

Veterinary Pharmaceutical Wholesalers & Distributors (HLAMAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pet Pharmaceuticals & Veterinary Supply Distribution (CRAOAKAD), Online Veterinary Pharmacies & E-commerce Retailers (HLAMAIAF)

Keywords

• Veterinary distribution
• Animal pharmaceuticals
• Pet food wholesale
• Veterinary equipment supply
• Breeding supplies distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Žiar nad Hronom

HQ country

Slovakia

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Veterinary pharmaceutical and preparation distribution: Wholesale distribution of veterinary drugs, preparations, and biopreparations to veterinarians, pharmacies, and distributors across Slovakia. Revenue generated through product sales with pricing proposals tailored to individual customer capabilities, costs, and competitive factors.
2. Pet food, feeds and veterinary diets distribution: Distribution of pet food, treats, functional snacks, and veterinary diets. Exclusive partnerships with global manufacturers such as Royal Canin, Farmina, Alleva, Nature's Protection, and others.
3. Veterinary instruments and devices distribution: Sale and distribution of veterinary medical devices and equipment including ultrasound machines, hematology analyzers, diagnostic platforms, CGM sensors, glucose meters, and therapeutic lasers. Services include free 14-day equipment rentals, financing for equipment up to €5,000, and leasing arrangements for higher-value equipment.
4. Breeding supplies distribution: Distribution of breeding supplies, accessories, toys, collars, leashes, beds, cosmetics, and hygiene products for pets.
5. POS terminal services: Provision of payment terminal services with competitive transaction fees for veterinary practices, offered through Global Payments partnership.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

PHARMACOPOLA s.r.o. is a wholesale distributor of veterinary pharmaceuticals, biopreparations, pet food, veterinary diets, breeding supplies, and veterinary medical devices in Slovakia. The company serves veterinarians, pharmacies, petshops, breeders, and other distributors through a nationwide logistics network with next-day delivery, supported by a B2B customer portal, field sales representatives, and ancillary services including equipment rental, financing, leasing, and POS terminal provision.

Product overview

PHARMACOPOLA s.r.o. is a Slovak veterinary pharmaceuticals and pet supplies distribution company with over 30 years of market presence. The company operates as a comprehensive distribution platform offering veterinary medicines, prescription diets, feed, breeding supplies, and veterinary diagnostic/therapeutic equipment to veterinarians, pharmacies, petshops, breeders, and distributors. Their product portfolio includes exclusive partnerships with global brands (Royal Canin since 2001, Farmina since 2013, Alleva, Vet Expert, KONG, Nature's Protection, Versele-Laga, INABA) and distributes advanced veterinary diagnostic equipment including AI-100 VET morphological analyzer, VINNO ultrasound devices, HT Vista skin tumor detector, FurCarer CGM sensors, and VeChek glucose meters. They provide B2B digital ordering services, equipment rental/financing, payment terminal services, and operate an educational program 'A Step Ahead with PHARMACOPOLA' featuring workshops and seminars. Their logistics network enables next-day delivery across Slovakia through warehouses in Žiar nad Hronom, Senec, and Prešov.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Zverissimo: A podcast about quadrupeds hosted by actor Janko Dobrík, featuring animal experts and providing advice on handling animals.

Products and services

• Veterinary Pharmaceutical Distribution Wholesale distribution of veterinary drugs, preparations, and biopreparations to veterinarians, pharmacies, and distributors across Slovakia.
• Pet Food and Feed Distribution Distribution of pet food, treats, functional snacks, and veterinary diets including exclusive partnerships with global brands such as Royal Canin, Farmina, Alleva, Vet Expert, Nature's Protection, INABA, and others.
• Veterinary Medical Devices Distribution Distribution of veterinary medical devices and equipment including ultrasound machines (VINNO), hematology analyzers (AI-100 VET), diagnostic platforms (AIMBIO PCR System), CGM sensors (FurCarer), glucose meters (VeChek GO), and therapeutic lasers (CTX-IQ, Companion Animal Health).
• Breeding Supplies Distribution Distribution of breeding supplies, accessories, toys, collars, leashes, beds, cosmetics, and hygiene products for pets from brands including KONG, Versele-Laga, Biogance, and others.
• POS Terminal Service Provision of payment terminal services with competitive transaction fees for veterinary practices, offered through Global Payments partnership, including mobile app (GP tom) for field veterinarians.
• B2B Customer Portal Online ordering system and customer portal (b2b.pharmacopola.sk) available 24/7 for registered customers to place orders, track deliveries, and receive mobile notifications.
• Equipment Rental Service Free 14-day equipment rental service for veterinarians to test equipment before purchase, including delivery, installation, and demonstration by technical consultants.
• Equipment Financing Financing options through PHARMACOPOLA for veterinary equipment up to 5,000 EUR (excluding VAT), with 1, 2, or 3-year payment schedules.
• VÚB Bank Equipment Leasing Leasing arrangements through VÚB Bank for veterinary equipment valued over 5,000 EUR (excluding VAT), including insurance coverage.
• Express Next-Day Delivery Service Next-day delivery service across Slovakia with maximum 24-hour delivery, utilizing transshipment hubs in Senec and Prešov in addition to the central warehouse in Žiar nad Hronom.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,350 satisfied veterinarians served through distributor network
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

31 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FarminacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2013Exclusive representation agreement signed in 2013. Farmina pet food distributed through PHARMACOPOLA's Slovak network.
• Royal CanincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 November 2001Exclusive representation agreement signed in November 2001. PHARMACOPOLA distributes Royal Canin pet food and nutritional products through its nationwide sales network in Slovakia.
• RuveraminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for veterinary medicines and preparations.
• AlavisminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for veterinary medicines and preparations.
• HuvepharmaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for veterinary medicines and preparations.
• KarizoominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for veterinary medicines and preparations.
• Newborn Animal CareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for veterinary medicines and preparations.
• NorbrookminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for veterinary medicines and preparations.
• AllevacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive brand added to portfolio in 2019. Alleva veterinary diets and nutraceuticals for cats and dogs distributed in Slovakia.
• KONGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive brand added to portfolio in 2022. KONG dog toys and accessories distributed through PHARMACOPOLA.
• INABA / Inaba Foods EuropeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for feed products. INABA pet food and treats distributed in Slovakia.
• Nature's ProtectionminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for feed products.
• Vet ExpertcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner added in 2023. Vet Expert veterinary diets, nutraceuticals, and cosmetics for cats and dogs distributed in Slovakia.
• VINNO TechnologycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner added in 2023 for ultrasound machines. VINNO veterinary ultrasound devices distributed through PHARMACOPOLA's Slovak network.
• Awalife (AI-100VET)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for veterinary instruments. AI-100VET 3-in-1 morphological analyzer distributed in Slovakia.
• Versele-LagaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for feed and breeding supplies.
• ANiMOZ / Nuevo PetfoodminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for pet food.
• CunipicminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for feed products.
• AnnamaetminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for feed products.
• Supreme PetfoodsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for feed products.
• BioganceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for breeding supplies.
• KruuseminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for consumables and equipment.
• MelagminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for consumables and equipment.
• EickemeyerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for consumables and equipment.
• Companion Animal HealthminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for consumables and equipment including therapeutic laser systems.
• Global PaymentsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPayment terminal services provider. PHARMACOPOLA offers POS terminals through Global Payments with lower fees than typical market offerings for veterinary practices.
• VECHEKminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVECHEK diagnostic and rapid test kits for veterinary practice. FurCarer CGM sensor (3rd generation) and VeChek GO glucose/ketone meter for dogs and cats distributed through PHARMACOPOLA.
• FurCarerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFirst 3rd generation veterinary CGM sensor on the Slovak market for continuous blood glucose monitoring in dogs and cats. Enables measurement every 3 minutes for up to 14 days.
• BCF UltrasoundminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for consumables and equipment (ultrasound).
• AimbiominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAIMBIO PCR SYSTEM - veterinary diagnostic platform distributed through PHARMACOPOLA.
• HT VistaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNon-invasive diagnostic tool for detection of skin and subcutaneous tumors in dogs distributed through PHARMACOPOLA.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Vetoquinol: French veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturer with direct sales and distribution in over 25 countries, focused on companion and production animal health. Comparable to PHARMACOPOLA's pharmaceutical distribution model through its direct-to-vet sales approach and product portfolio overlap.
• Patterson Veterinary Supply: US-headquartered full-line veterinary distributor owned by Patterson Companies, supplying pharmaceuticals, equipment, and practice technology to companion animal and equine practices. Comparable as a broad incumbent in veterinary distribution with a similar mix of pharma, equipment, and value-added services.
• Covetrus (Vetsource): Global veterinary distributor and services platform formed from the merger of VWR/HSIC animal health and Covetrus, acquired by Vetsource in 2022. Directly comparable to PHARMACOPOLA as a wholesale distributor of veterinary pharmaceuticals, equipment, and supplies, but at far larger scale and with a pan-European footprint that competes for the same exclusive manufacturer mandates.
• Henry Schein Animal Health: Division of Henry Schein, Inc. distributing animal health products, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and equipment to veterinary practices across North America and Europe. Comparable as a broad-line veterinary distributor with manufacturer partnerships, equipment financing, and practice solutions overlapping with PHARMACOPOLA's portfolio and services.
• B. Braun Vet Care: Veterinary division of B. Braun, distributing infusion solutions, surgical instruments, and consumables to veterinary practices across Europe. Comparable to PHARMACOPOLA's equipment and consumables distribution business, with overlapping customer base but a different specialty focus.
• Dechra Pharmaceuticals: UK-based specialty veterinary pharmaceuticals manufacturer acquired by EQT. Distributes companion animal therapeutics directly to veterinary clinics across Europe, comparable to PHARMACOPOLA in target customers and therapeutic categories, though as a manufacturer rather than wholesaler.

Direct peers

• Cymedica: Veterinary pharmaceutical and instrument distributor headquartered in the Czech Republic, serving veterinarians and pharmacies across Central Europe with a comparable B2B catalog of veterinary drugs, diagnostics, and equipment. Closest direct competitor given overlapping geography and product mix.

Regional players

• Animalia Group: Central European animal health platform providing veterinary pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and consumables distribution across multiple CEE markets. Comparable to PHARMACOPOLA as a regional veterinary distributor with overlapping product categories and customer segments, though operating across a broader geographic footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubezverissimo.sk/podcast
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pharmacopola-s-r-o-

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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