grizzer – Aug 1, 2007 12:00 AM

Written by Planning for Pups participants Awen Briem and Janice Klink: Grizzer continues to test Shadow for dominance, but as shown in this photograph, he lacks the confidence to follow through with the challenge. Grizzer is averting his gaze from Shadow's in order to avoid making eye contact, as this would escalate the interaction. His ears are pinned back, indicating intimidation. Shadow is in full threat display towards Grizzer, with direct eye contact, ears pricked forward, and lip curl. Maya, who is pair bonded with shadow frequently, as in this picture, demonstrates appeasement behavior toward Shadow. Despite grizzer's ongoing testing of Shadow, he continues in the position of second ranking male in this Pack.