Our History
Today
2019
Dr. Marty Greer, DVM, replaced Dr. Bramlage as our Director of Veterinary Services upon his retirement. Dr. Greer's reputation as a canine reproductive expert was a welcome addition to the Paw Squad.
2016
We introduced a new look that highlighted the Revival Paw Squad and our Paw Squad Promise; The Knowledge You Need, The Shipping You Rely On, The Customer Care You Deserve.
2013
We debuted a new Education area, a comprehensive pet care resource library for pet owners and professionals, on RevivalAnimal.com
2012
Our veterinary pharmacy received its VIPPS certification, allowing us to service pharmacy customers online at RevivalAnimal.com.
2011
Dr. Donald Bramlage, DVM, joined the Revival team as Director of Veterinary Services. His 30 years' experience in veterinary medicine included a small animal practice, a consulting business, and extensive work in parvovirus research.
2011
We introduced the VET BASICS® line of pet care products to help pet owners solve everyday pet challenges relating to skin, coat, ear, and dental health.
2010
Our veterinary pharmacy opened to help our customers with their prescription pet medication needs.
2008
To help our breeder customers with their specific needs, we launched Breeders' Edge - a line of health products for breeding dogs and cats as well as puppies and kittens.
2007
We acquired bird supply company Great Companions to serve the needs of pet bird owners.
2006
As we continued to grow we opened our second call center in nearby Mapleton, Iowa.
2005
We developed our first exclusive brand, a line of supplements to provide our customers with quality solutions to specific pet health challenges. We named it "Doc Roy's" after our founder and products like Daily Care and Aches Away are still helping our customers today.
2002
Owner Roy Nielsen III broke ground for our new headquarters on the south side of Orange City. The new building was three times the size of our previous headquarters and we've added several additions since.
1998
Our website, RevivalAnimal.com, went live for the first time. Today, we have an entire department dedicated to e-commerce.
1994
Our first print catalog was produced and distributed. Today, our catalog is mailed multiple times per year to a nationwide audience of pet owners and professionals.
1994
Doc Roy's son, Roy Nielsen III, left a career in pharmaceutical sales to lead Revival in its next stage of growth. Roy moved the business from Sioux Center, IA to nearby Orange City, IA.
1989
Dr. Roy Nielsen, Jr., aka "Doc Roy," started Revival Animal Health in the basement of his home after retiring from veterinary practice.
