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There are a handful of labels you might see on an egg carton... But what do they mean? Which ones should you be looking ...
19/09/2024

There are a handful of labels you might see on an egg carton... But what do they mean? Which ones should you be looking for? Learn more about labeling in my blog. >>

Grade A, pasture-raised, free-range, hormone-free. What do the labels on egg cartons really mean? Shop with confidence as I crack the code in my latest blog and share the secret to buying the freshest eggs!

I'm so glad that it's finally football season! Football and grilling go hand-in-hand. There is great care taken to ensur...
17/09/2024

I'm so glad that it's finally football season! Football and grilling go hand-in-hand. There is great care taken to ensure our food is protected and reaches us safely which leaves the final, but critical, link with us to ensure our food is prepped safely at home. >>

On summer evenings, the go-to at our home is to fire up the grill. In fact, we are one of THOSE families that grills during all four seasons. While cooking outside may feel more laid back, we cannot relax our focus on food safety precautions. Great care is taken to keep our food supply safe and the....

Read on to see how I crack the mystery on why some eggs are white and others are brown. I also dispel some common myths ...
12/09/2024

Read on to see how I crack the mystery on why some eggs are white and others are brown. I also dispel some common myths about nutrition along the way! >>

Egg colors unscrambled. Take a look as I crack the mystery on why some eggs are white and others are brown and dispel myths about nutrition. There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to the fascinating color pallets created by our feathered friends.

  there's a link between livestock vaccines, social sustainability, environmental sustainability and economic sustainabi...
10/09/2024

there's a link between livestock vaccines, social sustainability, environmental sustainability and economic sustainability. Curious to learn the link? More in my latest blog. >>

As a veterinarian, I’ve witnessed the power of vaccines in protecting the health of livestock. But there’s so much more. Learn about the ripple effects of vaccines and how they positively contribute to the environment, our health and well-being and even economic stability.

Dive into Part 3 of "Let's Dive In" with a splash! Join me in exploring the health and welfare of farmed fish. From tail...
05/09/2024

Dive into Part 3 of "Let's Dive In" with a splash! Join me in exploring the health and welfare of farmed fish. From tailored diets to meticulous care, learn how fish farming ensures a safe, healthy product. >>

Farmed fish come from a variety of farm types. From net enclosures in oceans, rivers and ponds to land-based indoor or outdoor tanks, fish are raised in many ways around the globe. But regardless of the differences, the health and welfare of the fish is a top priority. Learn about the care and innov...

  consumers are having conversations about meat, milk and eggs and the factors they weigh when making decisions about th...
27/08/2024

consumers are having conversations about meat, milk and eggs and the factors they weigh when making decisions about their food. One factor is the carbon footprint of today’s livestock, dairy and poultry farms and the potential impact on climate change. Can changing our diets impact the planet? >>

Our food choices matter to our health, but what about the health of our planet? More consumers wonder if what they eat can make a difference. Dr. Frank Mitloehner, a.k.a. GHG Guru, fills us in on the impact of what we eat.

We all know the importance of a healthy, balanced diet for ourselves, but do you know the importance of balanced animal ...
13/08/2024

We all know the importance of a healthy, balanced diet for ourselves, but do you know the importance of balanced animal nutrition? More here. >>

Nutrition is top of mind for most of us. We understand the benefits of eating a healthy, balanced diet and, more than ever before, rely on supplemental

We're fortunate to have an abundance of choices when it comes to how our food was produced and the labels on the package...
06/08/2024

We're fortunate to have an abundance of choices when it comes to how our food was produced and the labels on the package, but some of it can leave us scratching our heads. Learn more about egg carton labeling and what it means for you. >>

Grade A, pasture-raised, free-range, hormone-free. What do the labels on egg cartons really mean? Shop with confidence as I crack the code in my latest blog and share the secret to buying the freshest eggs!

A Gen Z influencer adventure in and around San Antonio highlights sustainable beef production. Hear more about their aha...
31/07/2024

A Gen Z influencer adventure in and around San Antonio highlights sustainable beef production. Hear more about their aha moments and how authentic conversations can help bridge the gap between consumers and food production. >>

A Texas-sized Gen Z influencer adventure in and around San Antonio highlights sustainable beef production. Hear more about their aha moments and how authentic conversations can help bridge the disconnect between consumers and food production.

Animals enrich our lives in so many ways, but did you know they can also make us sick? Zoonotic disease like rabies and ...
25/07/2024

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. >>

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 transmitte...

Ever wondered how fish get from farm to table? In Part 2 of "Let’s Dive In," I explore the journey of fish farming with ...
25/07/2024

Ever wondered how fish get from farm to table? In Part 2 of "Let’s Dive In," I explore the journey of fish farming with insights from Phibro Aqua’s Dafna Israel, PhD. From hatcheries to harvest, learn about the innovative practices keeping fish healthy and our food supply sustainable. >>

The fastest growing food production sector starts with eggs – and I’m not talking chickens. Eggs are the first step in the fascinating journey fish of many tasty varieties take to get to our plates. Join me in Part 2 of “Let’s Dive In,” my four-part series on aquaculture, where I detail ho...

SDSU grad and swine expert Courtney Sellner is passionate about pigs! Come along as she takes us inside a farrowing barn...
23/07/2024

SDSU grad and swine expert Courtney Sellner is passionate about pigs! Come along as she takes us inside a farrowing barn where sows and their babies thrive. >>

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.

Experts increasingly recognize the interconnectivity between the health of people, animals and the planet. Because of th...
18/07/2024

Experts increasingly recognize the interconnectivity between the health of people, animals and the planet. Because of this, an international effort known as the One Health Initiative was formed to acknowledge and explore these links. >>

Experts increasingly recognize the interconnectivity between the health of people, animals and the planet. Protection of human health requires attention

  there's a link between livestock vaccines, social sustainability, environmental sustainability and economic sustainabi...
16/07/2024

there's a link between livestock vaccines, social sustainability, environmental sustainability and economic sustainability. Curious about the link? More in my blog. >>

As a veterinarian, I’ve witnessed the power of vaccines in protecting the health of livestock. But there’s so much more. Learn about the ripple effects of vaccines and how they positively contribute to the environment, our health and well-being and even economic stability.

Have you wondered about the purpose of animal antibiotics? Most importantly they help keep animals and our food safe. Le...
11/07/2024

Have you wondered about the purpose of animal antibiotics? Most importantly they help keep animals and our food safe. Learn more here. >>

Antibiotics make food safer by helping keep animals healthy, and studies show this reduces bacteria entering the food supply.

Curious about what your food eats? You might be surprised to learn that insects could soon be on the menu for animals! D...
10/07/2024

Curious about what your food eats? You might be surprised to learn that insects could soon be on the menu for animals! Dive into the fascinating world of insect-based animal nutrition. >>

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!

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Hello, I’m Dr. Dorman!

I’ve been a veterinarian for more than twenty years and a mom almost as long, so I view agriculture through both lenses. I understand the close link between animal health and a healthy, affordable food supply. I’ve witnessed firsthand the growing disconnect between animal agriculture and the public, which deeply concerns me. I love sharing my passion and engaging with people, so I hope you’ll take a moment to send me your questions. I’m a pretty straight shooter, too. I think it’s important to be honest and open.

I took an oath to protect animal health, prevent animal suffering, and to promote human health. Remaining true to this oath is very important to me.