Zoo REC is run by a group of dedicated individuals. These individuals have a wealth of
experience working with wildlife and domesticated animals. 

Director: Lauren Mulleady

Lauren is the director for Zoo REC. She has a BS in Wildlife Biology with a concentration in Wildlife Rehabilitation from Lee's-McRae College. Lauren has extensive experience with wildlife and exotics and has received training from around the globe including New Zealand. She has previously worked as a Lead Mentor and Ambassador Raptor Trainer at the May Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Lauren has worked as a veterinary assistant, wildlife removal specialist, an animal control officer, and operated Western Carolina Reptile Rescue. She holds certifications in NACA ACO I & II and chemical immobilization. Lauren is a licensed wildlife control agent and wildlife rehabilitator with additional permits for endangered species involving the Carolina Pigmy Rattle Snake and Timber Rattle Snake.   

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Veterinary Hospitals

Zoo REC works with multiple veterinary hospitals to provide the highest quality of care for our animals. The typical veterinary hospital does not handle or see wildlife and exotics; thus, we utilize veterinary hospitals with staff trained in wildlife and exotics to treat our animals. These hospitals have specialized equipment to diagnosis and treat our animals.