About Us
Apet is a B2B wholesaler that sells to retail pet outlets and not to the public. We provide the finest in aquatic and companion animals, with personalized customer service and a state-of-the-art delivery service to ensure we support your businesses’ success.
Our History: Rooted in the Midwest, Committed to Care
For over 50 years, Apet has served as a cornerstone of the pet industry, beginning its journey on the north side of Chicago with a mission to provide pet stores with a comprehensive, one-stop wholesale solution. What started as a local distribution effort has grown into a premier nationwide leader, driven by a family-owned passion for animal welfare and retailer success.
Our Facility
Apet’s innovative facility thrives on more than 30 years of research, planning, and collective experience from industry experts. This facility was built after extensive consultations with a variety of engineers to achieve optimal water, air and environmental conditions for all of our animals. With our premium USDA certified facility, we accomplish our goal of consistently supplying the greatest selection of unequaled quality products to our customers, staying in line with our mission of offering perfect product & perfect service.
Aquatic Acclimation Facilities
A critical step to providing the highest quality products to your store is expertly acclimating aquatics from their original habitats to water conditions best suited for aquarium life. Our third generation acclimation facilities, along with skilled staff, accomplish this critical step flawlessly.
Unparalleled Quarantine Procedures
WIth separate aquatic rows averaging 4000 gallons each, we skillfully accommodate various species of fresh water and marine fish.
Pristine Water Quality
Each separate body of water includes mechanical filtration, ultraviolet sterilization, fluidized bed, ammonia stripping, carbon filtration, and proper temperature control equipment. Where appropriate, additional equipment including protein skimmers and oxygen saturators are included. We produce our own marine water using Reverse Osmosis Purification and top quality synthetic marine mix.
Zero Air Recirculation
Our separate bird and animal rooms receive 100% fresh air, properly tempered with zero recirculation. This is accomplished by a dedicated 30 ton mechanical system and allows us to provide optimal conditions in every area of animal care.
Order Accuracy
Apet utilizes a state of the art fulfilment and inventory system.
To ensure order accuracy and streamline your receiving process, all bags and boxes are labeled and scanned before leaving our facility.
Our People
Our team is comprised of dedicated animal enthusiasts and industry specialists who bring decades of combined experience to every department, from herpetology to aquatic science. This deep-rooted passion ensures that every animal in our care receives more than just maintenance—they receive the attentive, high-level husbandry that only a true hobbyist can provide. We take pride in being a knowledgeable resource for our partners, sharing our expertise to help your pet store and your customers thrive.
Our Mission
Apet Inc is a company of knowledgeable and harmoniously passionate people. We care for and distribute a wide selection of premium, quality pets to the industry.
Apet is committed to delivering the highest value in the industry to the retail pet shops we service. Our customers deserve the highest quality and selection in animals, with competitive prices and services to fuel their business.
Our distribution area covers the entirety of the Midwestern and Southeast United States.
Our state-of-the-art facility and fleet of custom, climate-controlled vehicles are designed with detail to ensure our animals are comfortable and secure. We will always look for new ways to support the health and quality of our animals by leading the industry in the best practices through the use of the latest innovative technology.
We will support all we do business with, treating others with respect and honesty. To our employees, we will give training in your work by leading the way, expanding your knowledge of the work, and challenging your abilities. You will be rewarded for your success. We will grow the business and the industry together. To our suppliers, we will support you through quick communication, offering insight into current and future demand, and acknowledging your need for profit. To our customers, you will be the focus. We will innovate and work every day to support your success.
Learn more about our selection of high-quality animals and supplies.