lakota – Mar 12, 2002 12:00 AM

Good interaction with Lakota today, She has a spot on her right hip that she appears to be licking, investigation of the spot by the Wolf curator led Lakota to be defensive. Staff will monitor this and treat if needed. Lucas was observed riding up on Mackenzie's back in an aggressive manner, which led the yearlings to mob her. Mackenzie defended herself then proceeded to dominate Shadow and follow him around the enclosure. Shadow redirected to Malik for several minutes then things calmed down. During the most intense interaction, Lakota was at the fence whining Malik came face to face with Lakota and she appeared to maintain a high tail, where previously she would have a very tucked tail in the presence of the yearlings. Lakota's active personality seems to be returning.