From left to right, Anders, Dr. Merle Olson and Dr. Barbra Olson (founders), Adam and Samantha.
Established in 2009 by Dr. Merle Olson and Dr. Barbara Olson, Solvet, a family-owned company in Calgary, is dedicated to meeting the needs of Canadian veterinarians, producers and pet owners. Dr. Merle Olson, a former University of Calgary veterinarian, boasts a rich background with over 200 scientific papers and 45 patents. Dr. Barbara Olson, equipped with a PHD in Veterinary Physiological Sciences and a University of Calgary Post-Doc, contributes significantly to Solvet's core focus on research and development.
Our unwavering commitment to animal welfare and pain management drives us to provide high-quality solutions, striving to address the daily challenges faced by the animal health industry.
Today, we have developed over 50 products, all manufactured right here in Canada and our distribution network allows us to bring even more key products to meet the needs of the Canadian industry. Our ongoing quest for excellence is propelling us towards a transformative journey to become a more influential player in the animal health industry.
As a Canadian family-owned company, our commitment to our local producers and our veterinarians is deeply ingrained in our identity. Our family culture has resonated deeply with our clients. They appreciate our commitment to fostering relationships that extend beyond mere business transactions. Working closely with the animal health community is key. The bond between humans and animals is real, and we want to promote the health and wellness of all family members, especially the four-legged ones.
Created for and by Canadians, we understand the unique reality and specific needs of the Canadian animal health industry. We take pride in finding effective solutions to support Canadian livestock production and the well-being of companion animals.
That means continuously researching the daily challenges of producers and veterinarians to create products tailored to their requests. We can ensure that the solutions we develop are grounded in the Canadian environment and market reality. We deeply value the indispensable role that producers and veterinarians have to ensure the highest standards of animal care.
Research and development are at the core of our journey. We firmly believe that the right product can make all the difference. Through dedicated field support led by and responsive to veterinarians, our team actively listens to the challenges faced in the animal care industry, gathering invaluable insights that shape our research and development initiatives.
By continuously investing in research and development, we strive to stay one step ahead and anticipate the future industry challenges that arise.
Animal welfare exists in everything we do. It is why Solvet’s products are developed to enhance the well-being of animals and drive positive changes in the animal health industry.
Our relentless quest for progress has given way to sustained expansion, and it is only the beginning of our exponential growth trajectory. As we are becoming an increasingly important player in the Canadian animal health sector, we take immense pride in the fact that our vision remains the same since day one: “Innovation by request”. Solvet is continuously addressing the reality and needs of the Canadian animal health industry, by working closer than ever with every livestock and companion animal key players, to provide them with what they expect. With confidence, ambition, and unyielding commitment to our values, we are eager to make an even greater impact on the Canadian animal health industry going forward.
We will develop the products and services that Canadian veterinarians, producers and pet-owners need to meet the future challenges of the animal health industry.
We will produce our products with the finest ingredients and meet the highest production standards
We will devote ourselves to making people and animal lives better
We will take responsibility for our role in the food production sector
We will devote our skills and energy to the continual improvement of animal health
We will produce our products safely and seek to ensure that they are used appropriately
Solvet is a subsidiary of Alberta Veterinary Laboratories Ltd. (‘AVL’). © 2023 Solvet - All rights reserved.
