Boltz – The Importance of Sibling Bonds

Though Luna and Boltz are not related by blood, they were indeed raised together, and in their puphood formed a sibling bond. This often results in more play behavior between the two, but at times it can also mean support in the pack. We saw this same behavior between Maya and Grizzer, two siblings from the 2004 litter. When Grizzer was the dominant male of the exhibit pack after Shadow’s retirement, Maya would continuously reinforce Grizzer’s rank by dominating the other wolves in the exhibit. It is very possible that Luna will do the same, should Boltz begin to climb in his rank.