malik – May 7, 2012 12:00 AM

I believe we eluded to the fact that Malik doesn't have as strong of an interest or has had as much change in behavior since the pups arrival. Malik is also influenced by the wolf care staff. There is one staff person in particular that gives Malik a lot of confidence. When Malik gets confidence, he takes opportunities. In his latest bout of testing, he decided to try to grab the Curator's boots while they were still on her feet. The pups had previously chewed the same boots, so there may have been a stimulus of smell. He was unsuccessful in his attempts, but we know Malik will look for another opportunity to possess any item, guarded or not.