mackenzie – Aug 6, 2002 12:00 AM

Part 6. MacKenzie's presentation toward the public was one of a cowering injured wolf, which would reflect negatively on the exhibit. MacKenzie's eye condition seemed to be worse today, with signs of redness and infection, possibly due to the stress of the encounters or a progressive condition of lipid deposits, MacKenzie continued to hold her eye closed and it appeared to be sunken as a possible indication of pain. The decision to remove MacKenzie was made. As she was placed in the adjacent holding area, MacKenzie was extremely relaxed and allowed the Behavioral Observation team to stand at the adjacent fence while she rested. She was very relaxed, hopefully indicative of the right decision to remove her.