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Care for Allergies, Ears, and Skin – Because Pets Deserve the Best !
Southwest Veterinary Dermatology is a referral dermatology practice in Houston, Texas. Our specialties include allergies, parasites of the skin, parasites of the ear, chronic ear infections, auto-immune diseases, some types of skin cancers, and other skin and ear diseases. It is our mission to do the best we can to not only treat your pet, but also to determine the underlying cause of your pet’s condition.
Dr. Sarah Colombini Osborn
DVM, Diplomate of ACVD
Dr. Sarah Osborn is the owner of Southwest Veterinary Dermatology. She earned her DVM from Michigan State University, and interned at the University of Tennessee in Small Animal Medicine & Surgery. She completed her residency training in Veterinary Dermatology at Louisiana State University. She is a board certified veterinary dermatologist and diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology.Her publications cover a wide variety of subjects ranging from zinc responsive dermatitis to otitis. She lectures both locally and internationally.Dr. Osborn has established Southwest Veterinary Dermatology based on a reputation of honesty, integrity,
Fiona
Receptionist
For the past 30+ years, Fiona has worked in veterinary medicine, with 20 of those years in veterinary dermatology. In fact, Fiona has been with Southwest Veterinary Dermatology since it’s inception in 2004. When you arrive at our clinic, she will greet you with a smile and warmth that makes you feel welcome. Fiona’s official title is Receptionist, but all the dogs know her as the “Cookie Lady”. In between handing out cookies and running the clinic’s social media pages, she does manage to get some work done and always strives to make your experience at SWVD a positive one. Fiona enjoys spending time with her son, Ian and her favorite Australian Shepherd, Max. She also likes traveling, photography, and listening to live music. In keeping with her love of animals, Fiona is currently pursuing her degree in Wildlife Conservation.
Jeanine
Veterinary Technician
Jeanine has always loved animals. She graduated from the Veterinary Technology Program at Tomball College in 1998 and has been working in both day practice and emergency medicine ever since. She has had a special interest in Dermatology for several years now. She has 1 dog, Papi and 2 cats. When she isn’t working, she enjoys riding horses, reading and traveling.
Brande
Veterinary Technician
Brande has been in the veterinary field for over 15 years. Her experience is primarily general practice. She graduated from the Sam Houston State University in 2003 with a Criminal Justice Major. Her interest in Dermatology started after adopting her cocker spaniel Karma. She now has her dog Lady and two precious kitties at home named Willow and Bruce Wayne (The Bat Cat). She tries to travel to an exciting place once a year until she finishes her bucket list of foreign countries.
Sam
Veterinary Technician
Sam has loved animals her whole life. She graduated from Lone Star College Tomball in 2013 with an Associates of Science degree in General Sciences and a certificate in Veterinary Technology. Sam has worked in general practice for over 10 years but has worked for Dr. Osborn since 2015. She has always had an interest in dermatology. Sam is the proud owner of two dogs: Gunner and Sprocket. She also loves horseback riding and rides often with her co-worker, Jeanine.
Colby
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Colby was born and raised in the greater Houston area. He frequently visited his grandparent’s ranch where he developed a love for all animals, both big and small, at a very young age. Colby came to visit us as a client with his American Hairless Terrier, “Predator” in 2016. Having a dermatology need dog of his own, along with 10+ years in veterinary medicine has made him a wonderful fit for Southwest Veterinary Dermatology. Colby joined our team in March of 2022. Whether you are speaking with Colby on the phone, or in person, he will immediately set you at ease and you will know your fur-baby is in good hands. Colby enjoys spending time with his husband, David, and their four dogs (all American Hairless Terriers), and a menagerie of toads, chickens, box turtles and frogs.
