Veterinary dermatology emerged in the early 20^th century, with the most significant advances occurring between 1970 and 1985. Until the 80s, veterinarians had nothing to prescribe for dogs other than human dermatological products. It was Roger Brandt who first took into account the differences between human and canine skin. He formed the company Allerderm in Dallas to develop the first line of specialized topical products for canine skin and ears. Our founder Dr. Pierre-Richard Dick, was already thinking ahead and understood the importance of developing dermatological solutions specifically designed for pets. In 1987, we acquired Allerderm and moved our US office to Texas, never to leave. 

Constant innovation  & scientific know-how

Since 1987, we’ve partnered closely with the academic world, from research to product launch conferences and ongoing training programs. Because of this essential partnership, we have always been determined to position veterinary dermatology products on a high orbit in terms of scientific justification and credibility. We systematically invested in R&D quality, safety and efficacy studies, way beyond the regulatory obligations, even for the non-pharmaceuticals. Today as yesterday, our goal is to provide innovative, state-of-the-art products, backed by dermatologists and scientific publications, with effective and safe formulations, while making them easy for veterinarians to prescribe and for pet owners to use. 

DailyDerma: our multimodal approach to a complex discipline

Veterinary dermatology is a challenging, multifaceted field, at the crossroads of multiple disciplines that include parasitology, bacteriology, mycology, virology, immunology, allergology, endocrinology and oncology. As far back as the 1980s, our teams were the first to understand that this complexity required a specific approach and set of tools. Recognizing that each pet is unique and that their conditions affect them and their owner differently, we understand that "one health" does not fit all: not only must skin diseases first be accurately diagnosed, but they must then be specifically treated taking into account the understanding, emotions and resources of each pet-owner. Our multimodal approach is expressed through a wide range of dermatological products and services designed not only for dermatologists, but also for the day-to-day practice of dermatology by general practitioners. Our "DailyDerma" program offers them tools that provide an effective methodology to help with diagnostic procedures, choice of prescriptions and management of the pet and owner's journey.

Supporting dermatology advances, from the outset

We believe that the education and advancement of knowledge in veterinary dermatology, through the work of dermatologists around the world, benefits everyone. Since the 1980s, we have contributed by working with leading dermatologists to advance and share knowledge. It's no coincidence that the 1^st WCVD (World Congress of Veterinary Dermatology) was held in France; our teams were heavily involved in organizing it alongside the European fathers of dermatology at the time, going far beyond the traditional role of a laboratory and a mere trade show. For almost 40 years now, we have been the principal sponsor of every WCVD, from Dijon in 1989 to Boston in 2024.

“As a company solely dedicated to animal health, we saw it as our responsibility not only to develop more effective and safer treatments for pets but also to support sharing the growing knowledge from pioneering dermatologists with the entire veterinary community on an international scale”. Nathalie Pollet, Virbac director of global marketing & market development.