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    Improving Global Animal Health and Wellbeing

    Welcome to Dechra, where we are dedicated to improving global animal health and welfare. As specialists in developing, manufacturing, marketing, and selling veterinary pharmaceuticals, we provide veterinarians with high quality products, training, and information to ensure the best care for animals worldwide.

    A Long History, An Exciting Future

    Dechra celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2022, marking a quarter-century since our inception in 1997. Over the past 25+ years, we have reached many milestones and expanded our global presence, becoming a global leader in veterinary pharmaceuticals with an exciting future ahead. 

    Who Are We?

    We keep growing because we understand the challenges veterinarians face. We provide training, support, and information to help them help animals. Our commitment to accessible science enables veterinarians to communicate more effectively with owners and farmers, making us a preferred supplier. Understanding our customers is core to our business. We give veterinarians what they need, from everyday evidence-based treatments to knowledge on rarer diseases.

    At Dechra, we see things from The Veterinary Perspective.

    Our Commitment to Sustainability

    Sustainability is key to business longevity, and we’ve embedded it across our organisation—it's in our DNA. We aspire to lead the animal health industry with our sustainability-led business strategy, strengthening the resilience of our business, the veterinary professionals, and the animals and communities they serve, and the planet we all share. Together, we're building a more resilient future for all. This ambition drives our Sustainability Strategy and inspires collaborative action for our shared future.

    Our Values

    Our Values are fundamental to the way we work. Everyone at Dechra knows them by heart because they define who we are, the services we provide, and the way we conduct our business. 

    Icon__Dedication.png      Dedication

    Committed to delivering Excellence. At Dechra, we’ll about delivering outstanding products and services, ensuring the highest level of quality for our customers. By always seeking better ways to do things, we empower our team to make bold decisions that drive our purpose forward and make a real difference.

     

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    Embracing enthusiasm in everything we do. We believe passion and enthusiasm is at the heart of our business. By offering challenges that keep our team motivated and engaged, we create an environment of continuous learning and growth. This positive, energetic and fun approach helps us build a workplace where everyone feels connected to Dechra’s purpose. We prioritise strong relationships, making Dechra not just a great place to work, but a community where everyone feels valued and inspired.

    Icon__Courage.png      Courage

    Embracing the unknown with confidence. We value innovation and creativity, encouraging our team to question the status quo and take proactive initiatives. By cultivating a culture of courage, we empower our people to challenge each other, recognising that this is essential for fostering true innovation and creativity.

    Icon__Honesty.png     Honesty

    Integrity and trust in every interaction. We believe in treating everyone with fairness and respect, fostering openness at all levels of the organisation. This honest approach helps us build trust and collaborate effectively, which is essential for achieving our purpose.

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    Achieving Together. We prioritise teamwork by partnering with our customers and suppliers to reach our shared goals, ensuring mutual success and improving animal health and wellbeing. 

    We understand that success is built on our commitment to cross-organisational collaboration. Together, we achieve better results. 

    Icon__Ambition_Ambition.png      Ambition

    Striving to be the best. Our ambition drives us to deliver the highest possible levels of quality and service to our customers and each other. This purpose-driven mindset ensures that we remain focused on our goal of sustainable improvement in global animal health and welfare, continually striving for excellence in everything we do.

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    Want to know where you can find us? Check out our Locations Page for more information about our global presence and to find the nearest Dechra office or facility.

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