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Holistic (or Integrative) Veterinary Medicine is the examination and diagnosis of an animal, considering all aspects of the animal's life and employing all of the practitioner's senses, as well as the combination of conventional and alternative (or complementary) modalities of treatment.
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As a widely recognized authority on holistic veterinary care, Dr. Howard Rand has been featured in a number of publications and regularly contributes articles to Veterinary journals across the nation. In this area of the site you can read some of his published and unpublished articles on alternative veterinary medicine and how it can help your pet to get and remain healthy and happy without costly and sometimes, life-threatening surgery.
 
Allergies and Pets PDF Print E-mail
Written by Dr. Howard Rand   

Allergies are found in over 50% of the domestic animal population. Finding the culprit allergens is a detective story, and the more we can clear or eliminate the faster the symptoms will subside. The age of onset of an allergy definitely depends on inheritance (breed) and the genetic factor.

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Holistic (& Conventional) Healing PDF Print E-mail
Written by Dr. Howard Rand   

 

Sarasota Pet Magazine. Interview by Candance T. Botha

Dr. Howard Rand is recognized as one of the first veterinarians to practice acupuncture in the Southeastern United States. He is, in fact, respected worldwide for his work in veterinary acupuncture.

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Thoughts on Holistic Medicine PDF Print E-mail
Written by Dr. Howard Rand   

“He who attempts the ridiculous achieves the impossible.” Those were my thoughts 35 years ago when I embarked on the study of Acupuncture. Very skeptical, I began my acupuncture career and subsequently holistic care. After practicing acupuncture for a short while, I soon found a new motto to go by. “If at first you DO succeed, try to hide the amazement.”

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