luna – Mar 8, 2013 12:00 AM

Luna has clearly established herself as a high ranking pack member. It's easy to be the dominant female when she's the only female. Our observations show that she's looking for opportunities within the male rank order and shows no inhibition to dominant Denali. Fortunately for Luna she has some back up in Aidan, but there are times when she's defiant to Aidan as well. We always wonder about nature versus nurture issues with our captive wolves. We see such varying personalities, no two wolves are alike despite similar socialization experiences. But, in Luna's case, we know she had a different socialization experience due to her medical condition and the need to protect her from injuries. Did we create this dominant personality or is this her nature. We can only observe, interpret and create a calm wolf yard that doesn't create undue stress and redirection.