About Us
Our Story
Dr. Justin and Lauren Casares met in veterinary school. Dr. Justin used to sit
in front of Dr. Lauren during their second year of school and that is where the
relationship began. Shortly after veterinary school, Dr. Justin and Lauren were married in
December of 2018. After 4 and a half years of practicing as associates, Dr. Justin and
Dr. Lauren felt it was time that they take the next step towards practice ownership. When
trying to decide on where that would be, they both felt that God was calling them back to
College Station to fulfill that dream. After much prayer, Dr. Justin and Dr. Lauren
purchased Southwood Valley Animal Hospital in December 2022. They are extremely
grateful for the opportunity to carry on the legacy that Dr. Bond created, and continue to
grow the practice. They are passionate about serving the community through caring for
your pets, and growing God’s kingdom in the Brazos Valley.
Dr. Justin Casares
Dr. Justin was born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley in Mission, Texas. Dr. Justin started his passion for animals in FFA where he raised hogs, steers, goats, lambs and rabbits and showed them all over the state of Texas. He comes from a long line of Aggies, so it was only natural that he made his way to Texas A&M after high school to continue his dream of becoming a veterinarian. Dr. Justin majored in Animal Science and graduated Cum Laude in 2015. He then graduated from the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. Dr. Justin started his career in mixed animal practice in the Lockhart/Luling area and then continued his career in a small animal practice in the Canyon Lake area where he served for the next three and a half years before making his way back to Aggieland. Outside of work, Dr. Justin loves to travel, spend time with their 4 dogs and cat, work their cattle, watch movies/tv series, and of course watch any and every Aggie sporting event he can go to!
Dr. Lauren Casares
Dr. Lauren grew up in Grandview, Texas, a small town just south of Fort Worth. She was heavily involved in 4H and FFA growing up and this is where her passion for Veterinary Medicine began. This passion continued throughout High School and into College when she attended Texas A&M University and majored in Animal Science. Dr. Lauren then went on to complete veterinary school at Texas A&M University, graduating in 2018. Since graduation Dr. Lauren has worked in a mixed animal practice, small animal only practice, and obtained special training in small animal ultrasound. Dr. Lauren is beyond grateful for the opportunity to serve this community and she looks forward to working alongside her clients to help them care for the four legged family members. Outside of work, Dr. Lauren enjoys spending time with their daughter, Abigayle, working in the garden, spending time with their cattle, and of course enjoying any and all Aggie sports.
Dr. Jonathan Weatherman
Dr. Jonathan grew up primarily in the Waco, Texas area. Growing up, his family always had dogs and cats in the house, as well as a small flock of chickens. His passion for veterinary medicine started when he attended a veterinary open house at Texas A&M during his 8th grade year with his Boy Scout troop and only grew as he shadowed and worked at different veterinary clinics. His passion continued all throughout high school and into college at Texas A&M University, where he majored in Biomedical Sciences and graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2021. He completed veterinary school at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine, where he recently graduated in 2026! Dr. Jonathan has particular interests in surgery and preventative care medicine, and he is excited to expand large animal medicine at Southwood Valley! Dr. Jonathan is excited to join the team and work with his clients to help any and all animals. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time volunteering with his churches youth ministry, traveling and spending time with his wife, doing any activity sport related, hiking and exploring God’s beautiful creation, and watching any and all Texas A&M sports!
Our Staff
Bianca Garza
Practice Manager
Carolyn Shook
Veterinary Technician
Doris Olenkiewicz
Veterinary Technician
Ashley Schack
Veterinary Technician
Savannah Kline
Receptionist
Meredith Pampolina
Veterinary Technician
Savanna Miller
Veterinary Technician
Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, Thursday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Select Saturdays Every Month
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (unless otherwise noted)
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