mackenzie – Sep 18, 2006 12:00 AM

Wolf care staff have noticed a bit of a restricted gait when MacKenzie moves. It could be an arthritic response to colder weather, but it doesn't seem to have the same appearance as we've observed in the past. Staff video taped her for further study, and a veterinary check has been scheduled for Tuesday. She was weaned off the chlomipramine in August, since the construction noise and traffic around the Center has been reduced. She seems to be remaining relaxed, but does have her bouts of anxiety if there are too many people in the wolf yard. We are making all attempts to keep the traffic away from the Retired Enclosure.