A laboratory dedicated to animal health

Founded in 1968 in Carros close to Nice, France by veterinarian Pierre-Richard Dick, Virbac is dedicated exclusively to animal health. With a turnover of €572.8 million in 2010, the company ranks today as the 8th largest veterinary pharmaceutical group worldwide. Its wide range of vaccines and medicines are used in the prevention and treatment of the main pathologies for both companion and food-producing animals.

Over the last forty years Virbac has become the world's first independent laboratory dedicated to animal health and a recognised expert in the sector, offering products and services that combine quality, effectiveness and convenience for care providers (veterinarians and animal owners).

Present in more than 100 countries the company has more than 3 150 employees. Quoted on the Paris Stock Exchange since 1985 Virbac has remained a family company, not only as regards its shareholding but also through its management principles, its culture and its company values.