The Evolution of Animal Agriculture

Explore how farm animal care connects to a healthy food supply and environment

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Maintaining healthy farm animals is an important part of providing healthy, affordable food

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Farm animal care has evolved. Learn how innovation and science are providing more options

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Dr. Leah Dorman is a veterinarian, farmer and mother who enjoys sharing her unique perspective

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It is important to provide a window into the world of animal agriculture, knowing 98% of the U.S. population has no direct connection to agriculture. You’re invited to explore the blogs, videos and information on this site, which highlight advances in animal care, dispel myths and outline some of the challenges and opportunities ahead. Send questions and comments to Dr. Leah Dorman at AskDrDorman@pahc.com

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Dr. Dorman’s Recent Posts

Dairy Demystified: 3 Things This Veterinarian Wants You to Know

Curious about what really happens on dairy farms? Learn from one of the best – fellow veterinarian Dr. Michelle Schack, a.k.a. DairyDoc, who debunks myths and shares the top 3 things you should know. From farm sizes and safety measures to how dairy is a powerhouse of essential nutrients, Dr. Schack breaks it down in the blog. Read More

Healthy Animals = A Healthy Planet: The Ripple Effects of Sustainable Farming

Keeping livestock healthy is an ethical obligation and passion for farmers who are dedicated to raising safe, wholesome protein for people around the world. But did you know healthy animals contribute to a healthy planet? Learn more in my latest blog about how animal agriculture is addressing pressing climate challenges in innovative ways. Read More

What is a Zoonotic Disease? When Animals Make Us Sick

Animals enrich our lives in so many ways, but did you know they can also make us sick? Zoonotic disease like rabies and Lyme disease are infections that pass between animals and humans – and they’re on the rise. Check out my latest blog to learn more about what they are, how they’re transmitted and what we can do to protect ourselves and our families. Read More

People, Animals & Planet

Never before have experts in human health, animal health and environmental health understood, as well as we do today, the deep connections between all three. Learn about the “One Health” approach to see the world differently.

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