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About Us

Our mission is to heal and release native wildlife while educating the next generation of caretakers.
We are a state and USDA licensed wildlife rehabilitation center specializing in the care and rehabilitation of native small mammal species. Our mission is to provide a safe haven for these unique animals, offering them the medical attention, nutrition, and enrichment they need to recover and return to their natural habitats.

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Our medical intake station for injured wildlife arrivals

Cottontail Cottage is not only a care center, it’s also a training ground for aspiring wildlife rehabilitators seeking hands-on experience. ​

When founder Briggitte Dix established the cottage, her goal was to create a space to mentor the next generation of state-licensed rehabbers, who are urgently needed across New York. ​

We offer volunteer opportunities for those working toward their license, as well as for licensed rehabbers who wish to gain experience or contribute long-term without operating their own facility. We hope to offer comprehensive online learning programs in the future. 

500+

animals rehabilitated in 2024

Interested in volunteering or learning more?

Meet the talented team who make all this happen.

Our team includes:

licensed wildlife rehabilitators, partnering veterinarians, and dedicated volunteers who share a deep love for animals.

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Briggitte Dix

Founder & Executive Director

Class II NY State Licensed Rehabber, Class II RVS Licensed Rehabber

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Stephanie Gomez

Assistant Director

NY State Licensed Rehabber

NY State Licensed RVS Assistant

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Angelina Pil

Care & Conservation

NY State Licensed Rehabber

NY State Licensed RVS Assistant

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Christine Seddon-Groffik

Fundraising and Education

NY State Licensed Rehabber

NY State Licensed RVS Assistant

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Kristin St. Clair

Bat Care Director

Class II RVS Licensed Rehabber

 

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Sylvie

Director of Chaos

NY State Licensed Pain In The Bum

Meet our Ambassador Animals

These special residents play a crucial role in educating the public about wildlife conservation and rehabilitation. Our wild ambassadors are unable to return to the wild due to injury or permanent disabilities, while our domestic ambassadors are all rescues that at one point were abandoned on the street. Our adorable team of ambassadors help us raise awareness and inspire compassion for their species by sharing their unique stories and fostering a greater understanding of the challenges they face.

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