Meet the Saga Humane Society Staff Members

Ingrid Lima, Saga Humane Society Shelter and Clinic Manager

Ingrid began her involvement with Saga Humane Society as a volunteer for Saga’s first veterinarian, Dr. Bron Eastwood, in 2001.  She worked with other volunteers to round up stray dogs for spay/neuter surgery in the wee hours of the morning.  Ingrid later quit her full time job as a pastry chef, and has worked for Saga ever since. She has assisted all four of Saga’s veterinarians over the years.  Dr. Sheila Schmeling taught Ingrid how to care for the sick animals of San Pedro the six days a week that Dr. Sheila was not here.  At that time, Saga only had a veterinarian on Fridays.

Now, Ingrid serves as: clinic manager, shelter manager, veterinary technician, receptionist, and dog catcher!  She is Saga Humane Society’s most knowledgeable member.  If you ever have a question about Saga Humane Society, she is the person to ask!  We are ever so fortunate for her continued service, and Saga Humane Society would find it very difficult to maintain its high quality of work without her.

Noami Castro, Shelter Assistant

Noami has been with Saga for over 4 years; she has been a resident of San Pedro for over 11 years and resides with her family and many pets. You may see her out rescuing injured and sick animals with Ingrid or taking care of the many shelter animals that she sees on a daily basis. Naomi’s dedication and teamwork is a tremendous asset to the veterinary staff and is a vital part of the Saga humane society team.

Ruth Thomas, Veterinary Surgical Assistant

Ruth is a devoted volunteer who spends 4 days a week assisting the vet with surgeries. Ruth spent 29 years as a RN in Texas prior to moving and has called San Pedro her home, along with a rotweiller, chihuahua and two wonderful pot lickers, for the last 2 years. Ruth’s donation of her time and experience is priceless and her spunky, kind and positive attitude lifts the spirits of all she touches.