shadow – Nov 1, 2001 12:00 AM

Discussed options for releasing Shadow back into the main pack. He is actually much more relaxed than would have been predicted for a lone wolf separated from the pack, so this gives us more time to discuss options. The main idea of his isolation is to give Mackenzie time to heal and reestablish her position over Lakota. Another idea was that if Shadow was isolated, the pack would create a stronger bond with Malik, thus creating a scenario where Malik would be less likely to reinforce and assist Shadow when he became aggressive toward other wolves. We (Center Veterinarian, Dr. Chip Hanson, Center Curator, Lori Schmidt, and Board Member, Dr. Larry Anderson, DMV.) discussed the use of Chlomipramine for Shadow (a chemical that slows the uptake of Seratonin in the brain, creating an animal that feel more confident in it's status and therefore, less need for challenging aggression) Chlomipramine was used successfully in keeping the wolves calm during the construction phase of the pond.