At Boughton Square Animal Clinic, our goal is to be a place where your pet can get everything they need to enjoy a full and healthy life. Now and always, our team of vets and support staff are committed to being your pet’s health advocate, and maintaining a strong, lasting partnership with you to ensure they get the best care. You’re family to us, and you deserve nothing less.
We all look forward to meeting you and your pet. Take a moment and get to know us!
Dr. Mikel Pulins
Dr. Mikel Pulins graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in Champain-Urbana in 1999. After graduating, Dr. Pulins practiced at the Animal Clinic of Romeoville for five years. He then spent five years practicing medicine and surgery in Elmhurst, IL before returning to the Animal Clinic of Romeoville. We are excited to now have him on our team at Boughton Square Animal Clinic. He enjoys client education, surgeries of many types, internal medicine, and practicing medicine on exotics and pocket pets. Dr. Pulins and his wife Jen have two beautiful children, Noah and Claire. On his own time, Dr. Pulins enjoys gardening, beekeeping, drawing and painting, playing the guitar with his church music team, and spending time with his two Maine Coon cats, Gustav and Chandler.
Dr. Michael Kustusch
Dr. Kustusch has been practicing veterinary medicine since 2011. He earned his undergraduate degree and veterinary degree from the University of Illinois and is a native of the southwest suburbs. Dr. Kustusch spent his first three years in practice at a small animal clinic in Crestwood, IL. He has a professional interest in internal medicine and soft tissue surgery and is passionate about preventive care. Dr. Kustusch and his wife have three children, an energetic rescue Pit Bull, and 4 cats.
Dr. Henry Graske
Dr. Graske founded Boughton Square in 1979 and has been practicing in Bolingbrook ever since. He is an active member of the AVMA, CVMA, and ISVMA, and his medical interests include general surgery and preventative medicine. In addition to his veterinary practice, he has served the Bolingbrook community in many capacities, including as a Board Member for the Bolingbrook Chamber of Commerce and as an active member of the Lions Club. When he is not at work, he can be found playing golf, spending time with his friends and family, and cheering for the White Sox. He and his wife Gayle also love the outdoors and enjoy spending time fishing with friends.
Terri
Terri has been on our team since 2014! She has a Whippet named Banjo and a Husky Mix named Crosby. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is the staff. When she's not at the clinic she enjoys crafting, photography and gardening.
Terri sells inspirational photography and crafts in a small shop in Wisconsin!
Melana
Melana has been on our team since 2011! She has three Yorkies named Ella, Evie and Lizzie, and one Shih Tzu, Sophia. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is the wonderful group of individuals who are passionate about providing the best care possible for the animals that come in. When she's not at the clinic, she is a special education teacher and loves spending her time with those children as much as the animals in our care here.
Melana has seven wonderful grandchildren, her pride and joy!
Toni
Toni has been on our team since October of 2020! She has two Huskies: Ruxin and Rafi. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is the welcoming environment where everyone gets along and works well together, which makes coming to work enjoyable. When she's not at the clinic she enjoys photography, watching movies, and spending time with family.
Toni used to be a hairstylist for people instead of dogs!
Nicole
Nicole has been on our team since July of 2020! She has a Golden Retriever named Brandy. Her favorite part about BSAC is how close our amazing team is. When she's not at the clinic, she enjoys volunteering at a horse barn.
Nicole has known since she was five years old that she wanted a career working with animals!
Brianna
Brianna joined our team in October of 2021! She has a Cane Corso/Pit mix named Diesel and a Cat named Baby. Her favorite part about working at BSAC is a tie between the hospitality of her peers and meeting each patient that comes through our doors. When she's not at the clinic she enjoys spending time with her 2 nephews and nieces.
Brianna used to run track and field, cross country and danced on a national champion dance team!
Randi
Randi has been on our team since September of 2020! She has a ferret named Otto and a hamster named Winston. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is the people working alongside her, all striving to help the animals in our care. When she's not at the clinic, Randi enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors.
Randi also works as a paramedic!
Kelsey
Kelsey has been on our team since 2018! She has a Labrador/Bernese Mountain Dog mix named Charlie and two guinea pigs named Ares and Castor. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is her coworkers and caring for such a wide variety of dogs and cats each day! When she's not at the clinic, she enjoys spending time in nature and exploring new trails.
Kelsey is a triplet!
Jasmin
Jasmin has been on our team since September of 2020! She has a Havanese named Rosie and a cat named Lily. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is meeting the different patients that come in to the clinic. When she's not at the clinic, she enjoys playing games on her PC.
Jasmin was born in Chicago, but grew up in a little town in Nebraska that will always hold a special place in her heart!
Casey
Casey has been on our team since 2017! He has more pets than would fit in this bio and cares for them all wonderfully! His favorite thing about working at BSAC is knowing that what he does each day makes a difference. When he's not at the clinic, he enjoys spending his time helping others.
Casey was adopted!
Tiffany
Tiffany has been on our team since 2008! She has a Pomeranian Mix named Cookie, a Lab Mix named Chunk, and a longhair cat named Choco. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is the wonderful people on our team and seeing so many animals (especially exotics!). When she's not at the clinic, she enjoys cooking and working on DIY projects at home!
Tiffany loves to be silly!
Ashley
Ashley has been on our team since 2015! She has a Basset Hound named Turbo, a Newfie/Pit Mix named Bailey, and a parrot named Meyers. Her favorite thing about working at the clinic is being able to see all kinds of different pets and giving them the proper care that they deserve. When she's not at the clinic, Ashley enjoys camping and spending time with friends and family.
Ashley has 13 tattoos!
Brittany
Brittany has been on our team since 2015! She has a French Bulldog named Lemmy and a Pit mix named Nola. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is that each day is unpredictable and challenging and the opportunity to constantly learn while helping pets and advocating for their health and happiness, all while being part of a great team! When she's not at the clinic, she enjoys spending time with family, traveling, hiking, biking, reading and seeing live music.
Brittany has a goal to see all 50 states AND all their National Parks (she's at 39 and counting)!
Lexi
Lexi has been on our team since 2016! She has a Cocker Spaniel named Romeo. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is meeting all the animals and playing a crucial role in their healing process, informing and educating pet parents, and being part of a team that works so well together and holds the same values. When she's not at the clinic, she spends her time working at her aunt's beauty salon doing manicures and pedicures, hanging out with Romeo and her family, online shopping, and reading.
Lexi has always wanted to see what it'd be like to be a barista at Starbucks!
Emily
Emily has been on our team since July of 2020! She has a Golden Retriever named Halpert, a Great Dane named Beluga, and a cat called Suri. Her favorite part about working at BSAC is being part of a team that displays incredible teamwork and passion each and every day, all while surrounded by so many amazing pets: dogs, cats and exotics. When not in the clinic, Emily enjoys spending time with her family, reading, traveling, hiking and camping.
Emily has a passion for working with animals with disabilities; her Great Dane (Beluga) was born both blind and deaf and knows 10 commands through taps and touch.
Hailey
Hailey has been on our team since 2017! She has a cat, Winston, and a Pit mix named Luna. Her favorite part about working at BSAC is working with animals and our team. When she's not at the clinic she enjoys spending her time watching TV or movies and reading.
Hailey can find a movie/TV quote for any situation!
Joe
Joe has been on our team since October of 2020! He currently has no pets, but that makes seeing all of the animals at the clinic that much more special. His favorite thing about working at BSAC is seeing all the animals and having the opportunity to get exposure into his dream career! When he's not at the clinic he enjoys spending time with his family and friends.
Joe taught taekwondo for seven years!
Julie
Julie has been on our team since December of 2020! She has a German Shepherd/Cattle Dog mix named Apollo. Her favorite part about working at BSAC is the ability to coach people on how to have the best relationships with their dogs! When she's not at the clinic, she enjoys hiking and reading.
Julie loves to write poems!
Sarah
Sarah has been on our team since March of 2021! She has her own menagerie of pets at home: a Bichon/Poodle Mix named Benny, a corn snake named Minerva, a bearded dragon named Magnus, an African fat-tailed gecko named Griffin and a gerbil named Cinnamon. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is getting to work with a team of passionate animal lovers and seeing all the pets that come through the doors. When she’s not at the clinic she teaches high school science and enjoys spending her free-time crocheting or performing in community theatre plays and musicals.
Sarah used to volunteer at a wildlife rehab facility where the owls were her favorites!
Nellie
Nellie has been on our team since March of 2021! She has a corgi mix named Nigel, two cats named Pitters and Kiri and a ball python named Cheerios. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is seeing all the animals and making sure they are happy and healthy. When she’s not at the clinic she enjoys spending her time reading or playing video games.
Nellie calls herself a huge nerd and plays D&D once each week!
Julia
Julia has been on our team since May 2021! She has a Great Dane Mix named Perdi and two cats named Bucca and Siam. Her favorite thing about working at BSAC is building relationships with the daycare dogs and spending time with our great team. When she’s not at the clinic she enjoys spending her time in Michigan with family enjoying the lake and playing cards.
Julia was a zookeeper for four years prior to working at BSAC.
Isabelle
Isabelle has been on our team since July of 2021! She has a chiweenie named Minnie and a lionhead rabbit named Leo. Her favorite part about working at BSAC is spending time in our Doggie Play Groups! When she’s not at the clinic she enjoys spending time with her daughter and going for walks around the neighborhood.
She and her dog, Minnie have the same birthday!
Daniel
Daniel has been on our team since May 2021! He has a Beagle Mix named Peekaboo, a Guinea Pig named Gizmo and a Bearded Dragon named Toothless. His favorite thing about working at BSAC is meeting and caring for all of the dogs in daycare and boarding, and getting to know his coworkers as they are great people to work with. When he’s not at the clinic he enjoys spending time with his pets and playing games with family and friends.
By two years old Daniel had had 2 open heart surgeries to fix a serious problem he was born with, but he recovered and healthy now and enjoys his time with dogs as it is one of his passions!