Katie Bosco DVM
970-403-8877
970-403-8877
Our Philosophy
There is something truly special about the love of a beloved pet. Once experienced, the heart recognizes this special truth, especially in loss. The name TenderHeart refers to all who have been deeply touched by the loss of a dear pet. To have a pet and love that pet dearly, is an invitation to become a Tenderheart.
A Tenderheart then, is one who strives to be a gentle, sincere, understanding, nonjudgmental and compassionate presence throughout the entire end of life process. TenderHearts know first-hand how important it is to have a kind and supportive person walk this journey with you.
Dr. Katie and the staff at Riverview Animal are here for you. It is an honor to be of service to you and your pet in this difficult time.
There is something truly special about the love of a beloved pet. Once experienced, the heart recognizes this special truth, especially in loss. The name TenderHeart refers to all who have been deeply touched by the loss of a dear pet. To have a pet and love that pet dearly, is an invitation to become a Tenderheart.
A Tenderheart then, is one who strives to be a gentle, sincere, understanding, nonjudgmental and compassionate presence throughout the entire end of life process. TenderHearts know first-hand how important it is to have a kind and supportive person walk this journey with you.
Dr. Katie and the staff at Riverview Animal are here for you. It is an honor to be of service to you and your pet in this difficult time.
Our History
TenderHeart Pet Hospice was founded in 2015 by Dr. Dan Parkinson. Dr. Dan practiced small animal medicine in Durango from 1982 to 2008. He owned and operated a full service housecall practice, the Mobile Veterinary Clinic, from 1984 –1998. He founded Riverview Animal Hospital in1998.
Dr. Katie Bosco
In December of 2018, Dr. Katie Bosco, became the managing veterinarian of TenderHeart. She and a dedicated team of providers from Riverview Animal Hospital continue the practice Dr. Parkinson started.
Dr. Katie Bosco obtained her undergraduate degree in 1998 and her doctoral degree in 2002 from Purdue University. She practiced as a small animal and exotic veterinarian in the Chicago suburbs for 12 years before moving to Durango in October 2014 where she has worked as a relief veterinarian. Dr. Katie has a special interest in end of life care for pets and is especially dedicated to helping clients in this difficult and tender time.
Dr. Katie has been married to her high school sweetheart, Dominic, since 2002. She has a soft spot for giant breed dogs. Katie and Dominic have one fur child, Chowder, an English mastiff. Dr. Katie enjoys running, cross-fit, snow and water sports, and college football (especially her Purdue Boilermakers) .
