The Evolution of Animal Agriculture

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

Why Use Antibiotics
Why Use Antibiotics

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

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Dig Deeper

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

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Blog

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

 

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

 

What Do Farm Animals Eat? Insects Could Be on the Menu!

What’s the buzz about insects in animal feed? A U.S. meat industry titan is exploring a new frontier in sustainable protein by introducing insect ingredients into animal feed. Learn how bite-sized bugs offer big health benefits to animals – and people, too! Read More

 

Let’s Dive In: Part 4 – Is Fish Farming Sustainable?

As a veterinarian, I’ve spent my career working with pigs, cattle, chickens and the like. Throw a question at me 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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