A Loudoun County Veterinarian is overseeing the dogs competing in the 2026 Iditarod in Anchorage Alaska which began March 8.
This is Doctor Erika Friedrich’s first year as chief veterinarian, but she is no stranger to volunteering at the event as she has since 2009.
Friedrich’s position as chief vet means she is responsible for the care and treatment of nearly 600 dogs…