HSLC Hero – Dr. Krista Wiechmann

HSLC is pleased to present the HSLC Hero award to Dr. Krista Wiechmann of Loudoun Cat Care for her exceptional commitment and partnership with HSLC. She has saved countless rescued animals and helped countless others live more full lives. Dr. Wiechmann is the first veterinarian selected for this award.

As shared by HSLC’s Foster Coordinator: “It is obvious that she promotes a workplace culture that is positive, supportive, and healthy. You feel the dedication of her staff the minute you walk in the door. Everyone is friendly, helpful, and caring. They go above and beyond to help fit appointments in the schedule.”

Many HSLC fosters shared their appreciation for Dr. Wiechmann’s abundance of knowledge and willingness to share her knowledge so fosters can understand what is happening with their foster/pet. When she isn’t sure about something, she is not afraid to admit it and refer you to another specialist. If there is a problem or concern, she is willing to have difficult conversations to improve animal care, while remaining incredibly compassionate, comforting, and empathetic.

The last 18 months have been so difficult on everyone, and veterinarians in particular. However, Dr. Wiechmann and her team have remained steadfast in their commitment to HSLC and other rescues and never made HSLC feel like our animals didn’t matter because we are “just a rescue.”

When the history of HSLC is written, there will be little pieces of her legacy touching nearly every page. Thank you, Dr. Wiechmann.