shadow – Feb 13, 2007 12:00 AM

Shadow’s dealing with a maturing Grizzer, but he is on edge. He’s attempting to use all aspects of his dominance to keep Grizzer from taking too much status. These behaviors include vocalizations, facial expressions, tail posture, hackles, ride-up behaviors, techniques of following a wolf to intimidate them, whirling around to face off, and when ever possible direct eye stare. So far, Shadow has not physically pinned Grizzer or even scruff grabbed him. As spring approaches, the hormone levels will decrease and calm considerable. If these Shadow’s techniques continue to work through the spring, he will likely maintain his status as the dominant male.