Diomedes Gonzales
Your position/title with Animales and how long have you worked here?: I am an Animal Collector mostly in the greater Dolega area - 13 years
How did you get started as a Collector?: we had some neighborhood female dogs that needed to be spayed. I spoke with Lulu Borrell, and she told me how to contact Amigos de Animales.
Can you tell us a little bit more about what you do with Animales?: I help identify owners with cats and dogs that need to be sterilized and then I collect money from them (most of the time) and then help to coordinate with a driver to have them picked up and delivered to the clinic to get spayed and neutered. [Diomedes does not drive]
Why would you encourage others to volunteer here with Animales?: A lot of animals are suffering because they don’t have anyone to care for them. The humane and important work that Amigos de Animales does helps to minimize the number of animals who are on the streets without proper care
So that we can get to know you better can you tell us anything about yourself?: I like to ride horses and walk through the jungle where there are little birds and animals to see. I was born and still live in the El Flor area, and I have a mother and brothers. I work at the Federal Mall.
Do you have any pets? I have two dogs and a cat.
Favorite TV show: I like to watch programs about animals on the Animal Planet channel.
Favorite musician or musical group: I enjoy romantic music by Leonardo Favio and Leo Dan. I also enjoy the music of Samy and Sandra Sandoval
What is one of your favorite places that you have visited and why? Cerro Punta for it’s cool weather and natural beauty.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be? Africa
Leslie Sherling
Your position/title with AdA and how long have you worked here: Secretary of Board; Recovery Supervisor - 7 years
Can you tell us a little bit more about what you do with AdA?: I assist as needed with the volunteers making sure to address any issues and/or concerns that may arise with their animals; I work primarily with the big dogs, helping to wake them up after surgery and supervision; I also return the cats and dogs to their owners/collectors after they have awoken.
Why would you encourage others to volunteer here with AdA?: It is a very necessary service that we provide. Our town is a much better place to be when we don't have packs of dogs in the streets and starving animals that are suffering.
So that we can get to know you better can you tell us anything about your background you would like to share and also answer questions below? I am a gratefully retired Canadian from the beautiful province of British Columbia in the Vancouver area. My new job is being an active volunteer for several great organizations such as AdA, Buenos Vecinos Boquete - where we pack food and deliver it to over 100 families each month; also Boquete Health and Hospice with the meals and the equipment teams; and if and when the Jazz and Blues festival gets going again....that is a real fun event to volunteer at!
Do you have any pets?: I have 3 beautiful rescue dogs - Sisi, Canela, and Lucy
Favorite food: I'm currently enjoying a lot of Greek Salad
Favorite restaurant: That's a tough one! Tres Scalini, the Fish House and Tacos Rudos
Favorite TV shows: Master Chef
Favorite movie: Galaxy Quest
Favorite musician or musical group: Classic Rock such as the Eagles, Led Zeppelin and Janis Joplin
What is one of your favorite places that you have visited and why?: Luxor Egypt. The ancient wonders were amazing....it just felt magical.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?: Africa
Are there any other fun facts about you that you would like to share and/or hidden talents?: I'm a long distance runner - slow but steady! I've completed two full marathons and try to run two half marathon races each year.
Rosa Raquel Martinez Serracin
Your position/title with AdA and how long have you worked here: Appointment Coordinator - 1.5 years
Can you tell us a little bit more about what you do with AdA?: I am in charge of processing the requests for appointments, explaining what the procedures are to follow, helping people to register their pets, organizing the assistance of the veterinarians, and helping with check-in on the day of the clinic.
Why would you encourage others to volunteer here with AdA?: I encourage more volunteers to join this great organization in order to help reduce the population of abandoned animals on the streets and give them a better quality of life.
So that we can get to know you better can you tell us anything about your background you would like to share and also answer questions below? I currently work as a nurse in elderly care. I am also a volunteer for the Panamanian Red Cross Boquete when a disaster occurs or assistance is needed to help people in the community.
Do you have any pets?: I have 4 rescued male dogs that are now part of my family and who I love very much.
Favorite food: Seafood and salads
Favorite restaurant: La Posada Boqueteña
Favorite TV shows: Pawn Stars
Favorite movie: Spider-Man
Favorite musician or musical group: Queen
What is one of your favorite places that you have visited and why?: Here in Chiriquí, my favorite place is Playa la Gavilla, because it is a quiet place and I have enjoyed beautiful memories there with my family.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?: I would like to travel to Turkey.
Are there any other fun facts about you that you would like to share and/or hidden talents?: I like to draw and paint, I am creative, organized and communicative.
