Ontario AgCast

February 25 2016

A conversation with Dr. Leah Dorman, Food System Veterinarian, Phibro Animal Health about responsible antibiotic usage. Bio: Your source for honest information about animal health issues. As the mother of three children, it is vitally important to me to ensure that antibiotics are effective when I need them most: when one of my kids is sick. As a veterinarian, I also recognize the importance of antibiotics to the welfare of animals. 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. Below is an excerpt from the oath I took. “…I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of society through the protection of animal health and welfare, the prevention and relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the advancement of medical knowledge.” I live on a farm in Ohio with my husband, Brad, and three daughters, Olivia, Cora and Darla. I have an unusual story behind my career path. As a teenager, I visited Haiti on a mission trip and it broke my heart to see hungry and malnourished people. It left such a lasting impression on me that I knew I wanted to impact hunger somehow. I also happen to love animals. So, I chose a career that allowed me to play a supporting role in supplying food to the world, while also working to keep animals healthy. I am a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, U.S. Animal Health Association and National Institute for Animal Agriculture and have been trained as a Foreign Animal Disease Diagnostician. These experiences have helped me to gain deep insight into animal health issues. My time as a large animal veterinarian is the foundation of my experience and knowledge.

Live on location at the London Dairy Congress:

Interview with Dr. Reg Clinton, Kirkton Vets. Topics: -Dr. Reg Clinton's background -What makes London Dairy Congress different -Antibiotic usage in dairy cows February 5, 2016

Kelly is the Communications Manager at Farm & Food Care- we are pleased to have her on our show, talking about #ontag!

February 11, 2016