It all began with a dream: to create a store where saddlers could find everything they need for their work. A dream, now 37 years running, and one of which 99,819 of you have become a part already. We wish to thank you! We started as a little store, with no employees and a limited number of products. By now, we have grown into an internet business that supplies saddlery hardware globally. So, how had it all begun?
1989
Our story starts in a small pet shop, founded in Přerov by Jan Grác. He’s finding his way in the world of business and learning about the needs of customers and sellers alike.
1992
After the experience with selling animals, we move to new premises and begin to specialize in the production and sale of items needed by their breeders, such as chains and rope leashes.
1997
We look at all the stock we lost with tears in our eyes because it got damaged or destroyed in the major floods. But roll up our sleeves to start from scratch again.
2000
A few years later, we can offer a comprehensive range of saddlery hardware already, selling mainly to domestic markets and occasional foreign customers.
2010
A success worth celebrating, as the goods for export account for more than half of all sales now. Thanks to participating in international trade fairs and launching an online store, we are increasingly earning goodwill from customers all over the world.
2013
For their quality and reasonable price, our goods are more and more in demand. Almost 2/3 of the goods are now exported, and the current premises begin to feel small.
2017
After several years of effort, we are moving to a newly built warehouse, which allows us to add hundreds of new products to our range and to fulfill orders faster than ever before.
2020
Over its 37-year history, Pet Hardware, a Czech family company, has achieved the status of a reliable seller of saddlery hardware and fittings of a quality that is appreciated by customers from 156 countries around the world.
2022
We are expanding our team with new colleagues in the warehouse and customer service. We are increasing our portfolio with hundreds of new products and finishing a completely redesigned catalog.
2025
We’ve built a new warehouse and a saddlery workshop to test products and create useful videos for you. With our in-house saddler, we’re here to provide expert advice and inspiration for your work.
About us
Tough beginnings…
I have been interested in business since I was young. After several years spent selling collars and leashes, I knew I wanted to create a company that would change the way saddlers and small manufacturers buy fittings, chains, ropes, and leather for their products.
Those times when I had to search for reliable product suppliers worldwide and then with a carload of those products go to visit the saddlers were hard, yet great. I could feel that there must be a better way to bring our products closer to the people. The internet is that way, and thanks to my son Martin we were able to fully use its potential.
What started as an idea 37 years ago has now become a reality - thanks to the hard work both of myself and by my amazing team of people. I am proud to be able to watch the next generation of Grác taking care of the reputation of our family business, Pet Hardware.
Jan Grác
The promise for tomorrow…
I often used to hear my father say that the future success of a company is not measured by the profit it currently generates, but by its impact on the success of its customers. That’s why providing quality products and unrivaled customer service is, now and for the future, our core value, observed not just in business, but in everything we do.
I want you, skilled saddlers and manufacturers, to feel that you can use our components to create beautiful products, conjuring up magical experiences for all who use them. And it is my promise to you that we will continue to work hard on expanding our services and the range of products that you and your customers will fall in love with.
Martin Grác
A few numbers
20
amazing employees
4,134
products in stock
37
years with you
99,819
customers from 156 countries
401,924
orders placed
2,973
testimonials with 5⭐ ranking
This is PET HARDWARE®
Forging ahead with hardware
What people say about us
Hana
Czech Republic
Great selection, pleasant prices and fast order processing. The only thing missing was small nickel-plated bag carabiners. Otherwise totally satisfied! 🙂
Marcela
Czech Republic
Quite frankly and no kidding – I can’t think of any way in which my purchase experience could have been made any better. Easy selection from a wide range of products, e-shop info that included everything I needed to know, communication without the slightest hitch, and delivery as if by teleportation! I can only give thanks, and recommend.
Simona
Czech Republic
Huge selection, fast service and quick, hassle-free resolution even in case of any potential claims. I deal with them regularly and very happily. Recommended!
Alois
Germany
I can only recommend Pet Hardware. The delivery was very fast and the quality of the goods is great. I have already placed two orders and will definitely be placing another.
PPH Wilk
Poland
I rate my purchases from Pet Hardware as very good, the order is delivered quickly, the prices are reasonable and overall I am happy with the cooperation.
Mateusz
Poland
Communication could be improved — I sent an email the evening of my order and also wrote on the chat the next day, but the messages were only read after the parcel had been shipped. The email was read much later still.
Jan Grác
