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Veterinary Technician Department
Sherry Hines, Vet Tech at
Bayshore Animal Hospital
Sherry Hines, CVT:
First and foremost – Sherry is an invaluable asset to BAH. We would be 'bumper cars' without her leadership and knowledge! Sherry comes to us from Michigan – Dowagiac, MI to be exact and her parents are both still residing there. Sherry has two sisters, both younger, with one living in north Florida and the other in transition. When she eventually made her way to Florida, Sherry came to work at BAH in our Kennel Department but, alas, she was so talented there that she attended and graduated from the Veterinary Technician program at St. Petersburg Junior College and became a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), a title that indicates huge preparation and commitment to the field of veterinary medicine. Sherry is our Head Technician – that means that she oversees and supervises the department as well as performing the many tasks required of a veterinary technician like: assisting in surgery, running and interpreting numerous types of lab tests, monitoring anesthesia for animals, dentals, assisting the doctors with hospitalized animals, maintaining medical records, filling prescriptions and many, many more duties. Sherry lives with Mika, her German Shepherd and Rhoda and Munchie, her two cats … actually Rhoda allows all the others to live with her! When Sherry breaks away from BAH she'll find the time to camp, hike, kayak, and bike – she loves the outdoors. If weather keeps her from those things she likes to read, paint and work on her "handyman special" home!
Wanda Gregerio, Vet Tech at
Bayshore Animal Hospital
Wanda Gregerio, CVT:
Wanda was born in Oxnard, CA but by the time she was in high school had moved to Satellite Beach, FL and graduated from high school there. She received her A.A. degree from Broward Community College over on the east coast but came on over to the 'left' coast to attend St. Petersburg Junior College's Veterinary Technician program and ultimately become a CVT. Wanda has been married to John for nineteen years and has two adorable children, a boy and a girl. And spending time with her wonderful family is Wanda's favorite pastime ... who could blame her?! Wanda performs the same important duties that Sherry does. Usually if Wanda is in surgery, Sherry is in our lab for the many tests that are being run – if Sherry is in surgery, then Wanda is in the lab. Both perform dentistry's. Both are wonderful assets to our professional team! Both are lovely, lovely people!!
Linda Sullivan, Vet Tech at
Bayshore Animal Hospital
Linda Sullivan:
Linda was born right here in Bradenton, FL! A rarity in our transient state, huh? Not only that but she graduated from the high school that's just around the corner from us, Bayshore High School … she's a Bruin! Linda recently married her wonderful Dan in a beautiful wedding followed by an especially enjoyable reception. Linda's parents and one brother are in Bradenton and she has a brother who proudly serves our country in the United States Army (THANK YOU SO MUCH)! Linda's animal family consists of two dogs, a cat and a snake! Linda's schedule proves to be similar to most of our hard-working staff: she is a full time employee of BAH in and a recent graduate of the Veterinary Technician program at St. Petersburg College. We are very fortunate to have her at BAH in the capacity of Veterinary Technician. She runs lab blood work tests and is responsible for filling most of the prescriptions ordered by our veterinarians while seeing to the technician appointments throughout the day that include re-tapes of ear crops and other bandage changes, heartworm and feline leukemia checks, nail trims and many more duties. Linda is readily willing to take time to answer questions and assist in many ways that go beyond her job description and we thank her for that!
Jeremy Macapagal, Vet Asst at
Bayshore Animal Hospital
Jeremy Macapagal:
Jeremy has live here in Bradenton his entire life. He is a welcome addition at BAH as a Veterinary Assistant. You'll see him running around taking care of our animals, whether holding them for checkups, feeding them or making sure they are happy and comfortable. He has two dogs of his own, Cody and Brodie.
Reception Department
Pam - the BAH Lifeline
Pamela Snoble Donushi:
Pam is the BAH LIFELINE – we wouldn't know what to do without her and her knowledge and skills as she manages the daily routines of our hospital. The windy city of Chicago must miss her but we are certainly pleased that she moved to the Sunshine State! After attending both Forest View High School (Mt. Prospect) and Elkgrove High School (Elkgrove Village) Pam went to Harper College, receiving an A.A.S. in nursing, and then the University of Illinois in Chicago, receiving her B.A. She has been at BAH for over 20 years (we dare not say how many over 20 for fear that it will age Pam and the writer of her bio)! She is young at heart – and must be in order to maintain the physical agility and presence of mind to care for all of the animals she shares her heart and home with – they include two Doberman Pinchers, nine cats, thirteen birds and ONE husband … a very tolerant and good man! Pam's spare time is consumed with her animals and family along with her many, many acquaintances – many of these elderly friends whom she visits regularly, families who have adopted animals from BAH (she never lets them forget how much we appreciate their adoption), and friends she has made through her association with the Humane Society and BAH.
Rose always has our reception
area looking great
Rose Robison:
Rose, who started at BAH on July 10, 1985, was born in Butler, Pennsylvania, attended Butler High School and received her A.A. in Liberal Arts while still living in PA. Rose is married to Jim, a wonderful husband, father & grandpa(!) and is an Architect. Rose and Jim have three beautiful & I mean beautiful (!), daughters, and each of them have three wonderful husbands – and they have children, fantastic children! So Rose and Jim are grandparents x 6! Rose loves to spend time with that extraordinary family and her animal family that includes two Pugs and a conure. And she also loves gardening (often lifting bags & bags of mulch and soil), walking, decorating (she's responsible for how lovely our reception area always looks!) and watching sunsets on the beach with Jim. Rose, having been a receptionist at BAH for many years, has become a great friend to many of our clients – she is truly a dear person with an ever-present positive attitude – we all like that!!
Carol keeps us all organized.
Carol Ledford:
Carol is from Pawtucket, Rhode Island – you knew it had to be someplace way up there, didn't you? She graduated from Tolman High School and ultimately headed south to sunny Bradenton. We're glad she's here! Carol is a busy, busy lady … busy! She has a son, Taylor, who is 16 and keeps her on the run (and by the way, she is very proud of the terrific student he is)! In addition, Carol has many animals including one dog, a cat, a tortoise, a prairie dog and 21 birds – when does this woman rest?! When Carol has some spare time she loves traveling, hiking, camping, photography (she takes beautiful wildlife and scenic pictures), and scrapbooking. And if all that is not enough, she is a certified SCUBA diver and plays the guitar. Whew! I'm worn out just writing about all she does!
Terry Russell
Bayshore Animal Hospital
Terry Russell:
Terry was born in Lexington, Virginia (born when her father was a student at Washington & Lee University) and came to Florida via Cambodia (where she lived as a child for a while) and Ohio. After high school in Largo, FL, Terry graduated from the University of Florida and moved to Auburn, Alabama to teach. She came back to Florida, stopped teaching, raised two wonderful sons, went into mortgage banking and finally began working where she could see animals everyday instead of $ figures! In her spare time Terry likes to spend time with her family and animals, kayak (sometimes with a dog squished in), bike and read.
Kelly greets everyone with a smile.
Kelly Day:
Kelly grew up right here in Bradenton, Florida, and has worked with animals for the last ten years. She has six pets of her own, including two dogs, three cats and a parrot. Kelly just returned back to BAH (where we welcomed her with open arms!) from San Diego and is planning to pursue a career in Culinary Arts.
Debra and her greyhound, Diamond.
Debra Lindsey:
Debra Lindsey has come back on board with us. She has been an animal advocate for 33 years, and after many adventures in teaching, and photojournalism, and human care giving, she is back where the heart is-with her people who love and respect the gift of love that is so unique to us as human beings-we are the only beings in creation that actually take in and love and nourish another species without any expectation other than love. May we have many expectations!
Kennel Department
Jenny Henry, Kennel Manager
at Bayshore Animal Hospital.
Jenny Henry:
Jenny was born in Ames, Iowa and moved to Wisconsin Dells, WI at the age of nine. She graduated from Wisconsin Dells Senior High and started right away working with animals. She began her career at Rimrock Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary in Reedsburg, WI, where one of the most unusual things she did was carry an eighteen foot Albino Burmese Python in the Milwaukee circus Parade! She moved to Florida in 1998 where she waitressed for four years before heading back to work with animals. Jenny was Bird of Prey/Wildlife Curator for Sarasota Jungle Gardens for seven years, worked at Magical Minatures Exotic Rescue in Parrish, Florida and has been a volunteer at Save Our Seabirds in Sarasota, Florida. Jenny joined BAH in November 2009 as Kennel Manager and has an avid interest in wildlife. She is a great addition to our team and we're glad to have her on board!
Mary Scott, Kennel Supervisor
at Bayshore Animal Hospital.
Mary Scott:
Mary is an invaluable part of BAH. She is the Kennel Supervisor and has been with the hospital for 22 years! Born in Sarasota, Florida, Mary has had animals all of her life. Watching Mary around the animals here at BAH, shows you what a special and caring person she is and we're glad she has stuck around as long as she has! Mary has one dog and a bird in her animal family.
Brittany Motkowicz, Kennel Assistant
at Bayshore Animal Hospital.
Brittany Motkowicz:
Brittany has worked at BAH for three years now. Soon after starting as an intern in high school, she joined our staff officially as a Kennel Assistant. Brittany hopes to someday become a veterinarian and has recently started the Veterinary Technology Program at St. Petersburg College as the first step. You'll see her working in the kennel, running around the lab, and greeting customers in reception as our all around girl. She is originally from "The Windy City", Chicago, and hopes to return to the north someday to attend Veterinary School. Brittany enjoys the company of her five cats and two birds when at home studying and relaxing.
Entertainment Department
Dok, a Hyacinth Macaw is the
mascot at Bayshore Animal Hospital
DOK:
DOK is our Big Blue Bird – a Hyacinth Macaw – who is pretty much our BAH Mascot. He is a beautiful bird but he can sometimes be Dennis the Menace. He recently turned 16 years old and will likely live to be 50 to 60 years old! DOK believes that Pam D. is his mother and that Dr. Mossler is his father … he probably has no idea that he is feathered and they are not! The largest of all parrots, the Hyacinth Macaw is a species that grows up to 40 inches long and weighs around 2½ pounds. Hyacinths are playful, intelligent, and avid chewers. They love puzzling toys, interlocking toys, or toys with surprise treats that have to be extracted. Hyacinth numbers in the wild are decreasing, and their status is rare to endangered. Recent population studies estimate the number of Hyacinth Macaws in the wild to be between 4,000 to 6,000. Breeding them is very difficult. We love our Dokie – especially on the days when he stays out of trouble!
Rudi keeps clients (and us)
entertained with his antics!
Rudi:
Rudi is an African Grey parrot who lives at BAH. He's a good bird and makes lots of sounds. Rudi came to us with his beak almost entirely broken off. After numerous beak prosthesis's and superior care by Dr. Mossler and the BAH staff, Rudi's beak has grown to a level where it is now functional. The African Grey parrot has a wonderful character, a combination of intelligence and charm. African Grey parrots have been kept as pets for over 4000 years. The Egyptians are thought to be the first to keep the African Grey parrot as pets, as depicted in their hieroglyphics. The Greeks also highly valued the African Grey parrot as pets, as did the Romans who kept these intelligent birds in highly ornate cages. Rudi likes to spend time helping the receptionists and is a real lover, who loves to kiss!
Nino is showing off as usual!
Nino:
Nino is another African Grey who resides at BAH. He came to us almost completely devoid of feathers. Now, due to improved nutrition and environmental enrichment at our hospital, Nino is fully feathered and healthy! Nino spends most of his time in "the back" because his vocabulary includes words that shouldn't be heard by small children or the faint-of-heart! Nino loves to dance … especially to rap music. We have learned that if we value our fingers we should not allow them to get very close to Nino's beak, know what I mean? At night Nino and Rudi have contests of voice … it's really very interesting and we're sure they are 'testing' us and planning a book after their research is completed!
Ella, our resident cat, at BAH
Ella:
Ella is our resident cat – she also allows herself to be our feline blood donor should the need for a transfusion become necessary. Ella took over for Sheena whom we've retired and put up for adoption. Ella loves attention and is quite playful. She is not fond of being held but is quite content to be petted. Anyone who comes near her cage has to say hello and pay attention to her!
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