Wolf Pup Update

The carnivore keepers report that the pups have just recently begun to accompany mom and dad to the fence during feeding time - instead of hiding in the undergrowth - so lucky Behind-the-Scenes Tour guests may be able to catch a glimpse of the little ones as well. They are still quite a bit smaller than their parents, not to mention fuzzier and darker-colored, but that will change rapidly over the next few months as they approach adulthood.

In addition, our Red Wolves Wilson and Havana, surprised us with a litter of their own in the first week of May. The prolific couple gave birth to seven babies, which have not yet been sexed. The vet staff recently got to check over the pups when they gave them their vaccinations, and have reported that all seven appear to be doing just fine.

“Within the past couple of days,” said Michael Robinson, the carnivore intern, “they have started running out and hiding under bushes during feeding time. They used to just huddle together in a little bundle of heads and tails.”

He also mentioned that they seem to be very curious about any tour guests they encounter, and will actually peek out of their shelter to get a better look.

We congratulate the dedicated parents, and animal care staff, whose hard work has paid off with nine healthy new pups this spring. Keep up the good work everybody!