denali – Aug 2, 2012 12:00 AM

Denali is acting just like Grizzer during a pup introduction. When Denali came into the pack holding area, he made no effort to show any dominance behavior towards the pups, but instead, ran along side as if he were a pup himself. The biggest issue we have with Denali is that he is a bit food possessive and makes it a challenge to feed the pups. Aidan respects the pups possessions, delivers them food and doesn't try to take food from them, Denali is the opposite. With the pups reluctant to feed when moved off the Exhibit (they are anxious to be separated from the adults), we have to feed sufficient amounts of deer or beaver to allow the pups to satiate and compensate for Denali's consumption. Fortunately, Luna can drive Denali off a carcass and defend it.