Dawn Strasser is the Head Keeper of Neonatal Care & Quarantine Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, and Hand-Rearing Resource Center Advisor. She holds a BS degree in Business Management from College of Mount Saint Joseph. She began working at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden in 1983 primarily with neonates (25 species of cats alone). A recognized leader in the zoo community, Dawn has been a founding member of the local AAZK chapter, International Rhino Keeper Association, and ABMA. Dawn is also a member of NAG (Nutritional Advisory Group) and an advisor for Hand-Rearing Resource Center.