Luna- Settling in

I would like to thank everyone who has sent emails about Luna and expressed concern for her current situation.  Luna has become quite comfortable with both the indoor Wolf Care Center and outdoor Pack Holding Area.  We know that some of her defensive behavior stems from her physical challenges and we are currently in the middle of the physical assessment through x-rays and blood work that will provide details on changes since her last full medical exam in August 2013.  In two weeks, all wolf care staff will participate in a two-day training focusing on her anatomy and physiology. This training will include body work that may help Luna’s discomfort and behavioral responses, but will also be an important tool for management of all of our wolves, young and old.  Luna is very receptive to wolf care staff interactions and has demonstrated some full extensions of both back legs while submissively resting on her back.  This posture presents a great opportunity for staff to do a complete massage to make her as comfortable as possible.