malik – Aug 31, 2009 12:00 AM

Malik and Grizzer had a scuffle last Sunday that resulted in a puncture wound to the back of Malik's thigh,and a week of antibiotics. After further investigation, it was believed to be triggered by a dog that was tied to the kiosk in the front of the building that had a high pitch bark for over 5 minutes before one of the staff discovered it, located the owners in the building and brought the dog into the office area. When there's tension in the rank order, it doesn't take much to trigger redirection, a barking dog creates tension. Malik is still interacting with the pack well, even though he and Grizzer have their moments. We are closely monitoring this, and as soon as Malik seems too stressed, he will retire. But at this time, he shows posture of high tail, stays with the group, and howls with the pack, all good signs.