Denali – Taking Pack Life in Stride

Denali is about as even-keeled of a wolf one could meet.  He prances and tail wags with his sibling Aidan, even when Aidan’s having a challenge time.  He is a source of comfort to Boltz who seems to be looking for someone else to lead.  He’s a perfect match for Axel’s ride-up, hormonally influenced mounts and can still spring to a quick chase, unfortunately, with Grayson often the recipient of that chase.  Will Denali take leadership, it seems unlikely at this time.  Denali neither strives for leadership, nor responds well when it is forced upon him.  He seems to be best just taking things in stride, especially with a good supply of food available.  Denali continues to be the largest wolf on Exhibit, with the highest weight of 149 pounds in August of 2016, but more aligned with 136 pounds last fall and on an April 2nd weigh in.  With Denali’s long body, our biggest challenge is getting him to fit on the scale.