malik – Aug 17, 2009 12:00 AM

In an effort to get Shadow and Malik accustomed to retirement, we have been allowing them in the retired enclosure several times a week. Initially, Malik was reluctant to come into holding with Grizzer, but lately, he's been entering the holding area, and running into retirement. His change in behavior may have something to do with Grizzer showing some anxiety to the new den, and Malik sees this as an opportunity. Malik has spent time in the den, and even went for a swim in the retired enclosure pond. He seems accepting of the retired enclosure, which will go a long way in making him comfortable when the inevitable transfer to retirement occurs.