On April 6, 2026, the Victoria County Commissioners Court welcomed Crystal Riemenschneider as the new Victoria County Animal Services Director. Riemenschneider joins the organization just a few months after Animal Services relocated to its new facility at 513 Profit Street.

“I am beyond excited to welcome Crystal to our team. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the organization, and I am confident she will do an outstanding job leading our Animal Services department,” said Commissioner Sexton.

Riemenschneider brings years of leadership experience and a strong commitment to animal advocacy. With more than a decade of hands-on experience in animal rescue, she has dedicated her career to protecting and advocating for vulnerable animals. She is the founder of Spay Neuter Your Pet DeWitt County, a nonprofit organization focused on spaying and neutering to address the root causes of overpopulation and create sustainable, community-driven solutions.

In addition to her work in animal welfare, Riemenschneider brings 13 years of experience in Child Protective Services, where she worked to protect at-risk children and families. This role strengthened her ability to assess complex situations, make critical decisions under pressure, and advocate for those without a voice.

Her leadership background also includes serving as a Jail Captain, where she supervised more than 30 employees, managed daily operations, and collaborated with public officials and community stakeholders.

“Victoria County Animal Services has been on an incredible trajectory, making positive changes for animals,” said Riemenschneider. “I am looking forward to working alongside an incredible team to carry out our mission with compassion, care, responsibility, and protection.”