Dr. Shawna Rau

Dr. Shawna Rau graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University in 1994 and received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Ohio State University in 1998. She joined Twinbrook Animal Clinic, Inc. in June of 2008 and loves being part of a respectful, dedicated, and compassionate team. Dr. Rau grew up in a home with animals and has always known that Veterinary Medicine would be her career. It’s important for Dr. Rau to present Science-based information and educate pet owners to make informed decisions regarding quality preventative care and treatment.  She enjoys narrating stories in the exam room about her dogs, cats, reptiles and fish, as well as how caring for them has helped her connect with her patients and owners.  

Dr. Rau shares her home with her family as well as:  a Pit Bull, Moggie; 4 cats, Lucie, Pansie, Mongo, and Leta; a Red Tail Boa, Djumu; a Bearded Dragon, Voldemort; a Leopard Gecko, Bao; and a variety of fish in tanks and a Koi pond.  She enjoys staying busy with her family’s activities and sports events as a participant and a spectator. In her free time, she can also be found outdoors either running, scuba diving, traveling, eating interesting food, and taking advantage of the arts and entertainment of Pittsburgh.