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
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 Asks: Up Close and Personal with Piglets

In this installment of Dr. Dorman Asks, we go “live” for an inside scoop on the meticulous care required to get piglets off to a great start. Some of the answer may just sowprize you. Read More

 

Stopping Animal Stress in its Tracks

Stressed much? We all feel it. Animals do, too, and it can impact their health and our food supply. Learn about the many tools used to keep things calm on the farm. Read More

 

What You Need to Know About “Bird Flu”

The “bird flu” continues to spread across the country, impacting flocks and more. What do you need to know? Read on. 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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