Our Team

Veterinarians

Kim Retchloff, DVM

Practice Manager

I started Tender Heart Animal Clinic in January of 2006 in Springfield, Missouri. After outgrowing our original location, we made a move to Rogersville in the summer of 2008. We have continued to grow and improve.

I received my Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. I graduated with my undergraduate degrees in Biological Sciences and Zoology from Colorado State University.

My family has always been my biggest supporters and a huge part of Tender Heart Animal Clinic. My favorite thing to do when not at the clinic is to spend time with my husband, Barry, and my kids, Dexten and Tiya. They are my pride and joy. As a family, we enjoy spending time with our array of animals, from the cattle to the exotics. We spend most of our time outdoors, working cattle, hiking, working on our endless projects, playing a friendly game of basketball. There is never a dull moment!

Camille Webb-Blaski, DVM

Dr. Camille joined the Tender Heart team in June 2019 after graduating from veterinary school at Kansas State University in May.

She completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology in 2013 at Emporia State University in Emporia, Kansas.

She met her husband, Chris, in Emporia while completing her undergraduate degree. She shares her home with her husband and their four-legged children, Kuba and Enzo.

While away from work, Dr. Camille loves to read, go hiking and spend time at the lake. She also enjoys watching her favorite sports teams, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Kansas City Royals.

Management Staff

Kim Retchloff, DVM

Practice Manager

Technician Staff

Jill Bacon

Veterinary Technician

Jill is one of our very talented veterinary technicians. She has made animal care a priority since she was quite young, volunteering in a veterinary hospital at the age of 11. She is a 2009 graduate of Jefferson College with an Associates of Applied Science degree in Veterinary Technology. Jill is married with two adorable little boys. She shares her home with three dogs, three horses and one cat. In her free time, she enjoys boating and horseback riding.

Tara Minor

Veterinary Technician

Tara has been with Tender Heart since 2017. Originally from Maryland, in 2009 she graduated from Delaware Valley University in Pennsylvania with a Bachelors degree in Animal Science. After graduating, she worked for a small animal veterinary practice in Frederick, Maryland. Wanting to make a change, she decided to move to Springfield, Missouri, where she met her husband, Caleb. When she’s not working at Tender Heart, she spends her time with her husband and their son, Gabriel, on their large farm in Marshfield where they raise registered Limousin cattle. You can normally find her at cattle shows, riding her horse or taking her dogs, Rahna and Scooter, for hikes around the farm.

Jessica Estes

Registered Veterinary Technician

Jessica Estes joined the Tender Heart team August 2019. She completed a bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology at Murray State University in 2018. She is a registered veterinary technologist. She met her husband Ben, an Ozark area native, while at Murray State. Jessica rescued her fur baby, Barrett, at a clinic she worked at while living in Alabama. While away from work, she enjoys time reading, being outside and spending time with family.

Reception Staff

Morgan Lugenbell

Receptionist

Morgan joined the Tender Heart team in November 2017. Her smile is one of the first things you will see when you walk through the door. On her days off, she enjoys hiking, camping, fishing or just playing outside with her husband Mike and their two children, Xander and Eden. Morgan shares her home with five dogs (Sam, Lady, Nova , Mako and Rosie) and three cats (Moo Moo, Hattie and Tribble).

Nikki Brister

Receptionist

Nikki is the newest member of the Tender Heart gang. She shares her home with her husband and two adorable Labradors, Willow and Toby. Nikki loves all animals and is excited to begin her career in veterinary medicine. When not helping you with your furry loved one, Nikki enjoys being outdoors with her family.

Christiane Jones

Reception

I began my veterinary career in 2003 as a part-time receptionist for Rogersville Animal Hospital. I remained with the practice in 2008 when it was purchased by Dr. Retchloff and became Tender Heart Animal Clinic. Although my duties have taken me behind the scenes more often, I still enjoy working at the front desk and taking an active role in client relations. When away from the clinic, I love spending time with my husband of nearly 30 years and our beautiful daughter. Our home is filled with all sorts of furry companions and my greatest joy is spending time with my exotics. Each and every day is an adventure!

Kennel Staff

Rebecca Golden

Kennel Manager

Becky began working as a kennel technician at Tender Heart in March 2016. Since that time, she has taken the helm as Kennel Manager and keeps our boarding pets happy and healthy! Becky shares her home with her husband, two very spoiled dachshunds and six precocious cats.

Jordan Kirk

Kennel Technician

Jordan joined Tender Heart in December 2019 and has proven invaluable in helping keep our boarding facility running smoothly. A high school senior, Jordan will be attending college in the fall to pursue an education in veterinary medicine. One of eleven siblings, she was born and raised in Mt. Vernon. Her family owns a registered cattle farm where Jordan enjoys spending time outdoors with her animals.