Meet the Team

Dr. Satkus grew up in Homewood, IL which is a suburb of Chicago. He graduated from the University of Nebraska (Go Huskers!) with a BS in Animal Science and then went on to the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine where he obtained his DVM degree.

Tom and his wife, Kalleen, met as undergrads and got married during vet school. They have two fun-loving children, Luke and Paige, and have expanded their family to include two dogs, Luna and Quincy.

Tom and Kalleen became the owners of Peoria Animal Hospital in January 2015. They strive every day to provide the outstanding veterinary care that Peoria Animal Hospital has offered the community since 1973.  In January 2025, Tom and Kalleen expanded their service and care to an additional hospital, West Valley Animal Hospital (formerly know as Katz and Dogs Wellness Clinic) located at 10246 W. Beardsley Ave, Peoria AZ 85382.

Dr. Satkus is responsible for working with animals and their owners in sickness and in health. He especially enjoys educating clients about preventative healthcare measures that will help improve the quality of life of their pets. He also finds it very satisfying helping a client make it through a difficult time when their beloved companions are not well.

Dr. Bukowy was born and raised on the southwest side of Chicago, IL.  She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science from Western Illinois University.  Dr. Bukowy graduated in 2008 from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine located on the island of St. Kitts in the West Indies.  After graduation from vet school she practiced at shelters and low cost clinics in Chicago and the south suburbs.  In 2012 Dr. Bukowy completed a fellowship in Shelter Medicine with PAWS Chicago and Purdue University.   She moved to AZ in 2013 and has continued to provide care for dogs and cats in low cost, shelter and private practice settings. 

Dr. Bukowy loves to travel and spend time with her husband and 2 dogs, Maeve and Elli.  When not with them you will likely find her reading fiction, practicing pilates, indoor cycling or enjoying the sun by the pool!  

Dr. Rice graduated from the School of Veterinary Medicine at Colorado State University in 1983.  He then practiced in Texas in a large and small animal practice before joining the Arizona Department of Racing.  As the Chief Veterinarian he focused on animal welfare.  He joined the United States Air Force during Desert Storm and then transferred to the U.S. Army and was responsible for Military Working Dog care.  During his deployment in Afghanistan, after a spinal injury to one of the working dogs, he became interested in animal chiropractic to augment traditional standard care for future back injury cases.  He then pursued initial and yearly advanced training in this discipline at the three top Veterinary Chiropractic Schools in the world:  Health Pioneers Institute in Chicago, Options for Animals in Kansas City and Healing Oasis in Milwaukee.  He is now certified by the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association.  His chiropractic training enables him to better treat lame, arthritic and geriatric pets as well as younger dogs and cats that have silent pain from muscle and joint injuries.  Lieutenant Colonel Rice is retired from the U.S. Army Reserve.  After his tour in Iraq he received the Arizona Animal Welfare League's 'Veterinarian of the year Award.'  

Dr. Rice enjoys exploring and ocean sailing in his free time with his wife.  He exercises daily wit his Siberian Husky.  He is very proud of his two sons, U.S. Army officers, pursuing careers in Logistics and Nursing.