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 97,493 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 154 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
4,115
products in stock
37
years with you
97,493
customers from 154 countries
389,284
orders placed
2,973
testimonials with 5⭐ ranking
This is PET HARDWARE®
Forging ahead with hardware
What people say about us
Monika
Czech Republic
This company is an absolutely reliable partner for manufacturers. I can't imagine my business without them. The speed of delivery and the quality of the goods is the best on the market.
Monika
Czech Republic
Incredibly friendly and helpful attitude, flash-quick response to all requests, even non-standard ones. Fast fulfillment of the order. From me - 10 gold stars!
Sindi
United States of America
All my orders have been correct, carefully packed, of excellent quality, and delivered very quickly. The prices are great. Most shipments arrived within a week — all the way to the United States. Thank you.
Petr
Czech Republic
Without you, I probably would never have dared to start working with leather. I appreciated the quality, reliability, and affordable prices. I have never had even the slightest issue with any order, which is something you don’t see very often.
Martyn
United Kingdom
Very fast delivery to the UK. Ordering is easy thanks to a clear and user-friendly website.
Mark
United States of America
I'm so glad you exist. Thanks to your complete product offerings and great prices, I was able to start making and donating collars and leashes in my retirement. Unlike US-based sellers, who have incomplete or inconsistent supplies, you have everything I need in one place, saving me from the frustration of piecing things together from multiple sources. You’ve turned what could’ve been boredom or frustration into a rewarding hobby.
Jan Grác
