shadow – May 7, 2007 12:00 AM

Shadow’s been demonstrating strong pack leadership as he moves to increase any status he may have lost over the winter months. As a leader, Shadow shows strong leadership characteristics. These behaviors include: • Being the first to lead the pack in a howl • Positioning his body at the fence line for any perceived threat • Greeting each pack member with facial licks or a rub under the chin • Encouraging social activity with a play bow • Using direct eye contact and body postures to show dominance In this week’s video, you will see a behavior termed a stand over. This behavior involves a dominant wolf approaching a subordinate, and standing over the head of the subordinate. It’s a subtle way to say, who’s in charge of the pack.