Dr. Katharina Horton was originally from Germany and raised in California. She spent time in both places growing up. Her lifelong passion for veterinary medicine led her to pursue a career in the field. After completing her undergraduate studies at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, she earned her DVM degree from the University of California at Davis in 2013.
Following her graduation, Dr. Horton joined the US Army Veterinary Corps, serving three years on active duty at Fort Gordon, Georgia. Since then, she has practiced veterinary medicine in various locations such as Georgia, Kansas, South Korea, and Germany. This widespread experience has provided her with invaluable exposure to different environments and veterinary practices.
In 2022, Dr. Horton and her family made the decision to settle permanently in the Northern Virginia area, where they look forward to establishing their long-term home. The year 2023 marked her joining of MVP, a private practice that aligns perfectly with her vision, boasting an exceptional staff and a vibrant practice culture. Driven by her dedication to staying current with advancements in veterinary medicine, she has developed a particular interest in dentistry.
Residing in Burke, Dr. Horton shares her home with her husband, two daughters, two cats, and two golden retrievers. Remarkably, three of her pets have traversed three continents, and they are thrilled to finally bid farewell to airplane travel. During her leisure time, she treasures moments spent with her family, relishes the opportunity to explore new destinations and cuisines while traveling, takes pleasure in gardening, and finds fulfillment in undertaking DIY home renovations.
Dr. Horton's favorite food is sushi and French pastries, her favorite candy is dark chocolate, and her favorite drink is coffee and wine. She enjoys period dramas and classics from Dickens or Austen. Her hobby includes travel, DIY home renovations, and gardening. Her favorite superhero is Wonder Woman. The most rewarding part of her job is helping a pet and it going back to living life fully and happily, getting more quality time with their people. The hardest part of her job is having to look an owner in the eye and tell them there is nothing they can do, be it due to financial limits, availability of care, or disease they don’t have treatments for [citation].