Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center June 2015 newsletter

Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center JUNE 2015

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Subject: Sending our love from Australia

A farewell from mom...

My sweet Yuma, I raised you from a little kit and you were so cute. As you grew you you became a beautiful handsome red fox and took on a mate named Malika. Together you had 5 beautiful babies and both of you started to raise them, but your lady became very sick and she died which left you to raise your children on your own. You were such a good daddy as they were never left hungry and you always made sure they had food; even yours. As time went on you raised wolf and coyote pups.

There was no prejudice in your soul. As they grew you laid your body flat on the ground when they passed by and wagged your tail and squealed. You were so happy to see your foster kids all grown.

You had two sons who died of cancer and unfortunately the disease took your life, but not without educating tens of thousands of people about the good that your species does in our ecosystem. You also brought joy to so many children who sat in your enclosure for photos and you climbed on their lap for a treat and they had the pleasure of touching your beautiful fur.

I love you my sweet Yuma. Your memories are burned in my mind and heart forever.

Yuma - Today I send a loving farewell to you Yuma, may you run wild & free in the warmth of the sun. I will never forget you & our special kind of bond! It has brought such laughter at many story nights & always brings a smile to my face! Thanks for the memories sweet one.

Thinking of you Darlene & all our friends at the centre, sending our love. Regards LISA

Forever, Your mama COLORADO WOLF AND WILDLIFE CENTER

Hi Darlene, So sorry to hear the sad news of Yuma’s passing.

We, especially I, have fond memories of our encounter with Yuma back in 2013 when we did an encounter & had photos taken with them. I don’t know if you remember but you were our photographer that day, all was going great, Carl was thrilled we were all having fun, then all of a sudden a look came over your face as you said the words “No Yuma” & that was it...that was the day I got “OWNED”, owned by a fox! Yes.... Yuma decided I wasn’t too bad & would like to include me in his harem by marking me with his scent. Yes... in other words he peed on me, remember??? I have the pic to prove it!!!!! lol Now most people would be mortified & wouldn’t understand this, (probably not you) but to me that was an true honour! WOW... a human to be loved by a fox is out of the ordinary, say maybe 1 in every million! Lucky me!!!

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It is with great sadness that we had to say goodbye to our sweet red fox, Yuma.

Yuma lived with us for the last twelve years of his life after he was rescued from a fur farm where he was destined to become the trim on someone’s coat.

Yuma had been slowing down the last few weeks and a trip to the vet revealed that he had cancer.

Yuma passed away here at the center.

He had helped raise not only his own kits, Lika and Nevada, but wolf and coyote pups, and has brought smiles to all of our faces. He will be greatly missed.

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Full Moon Tours

Check-In

FM Feeding Tours

July 4................... 7:30pm

July 3 and 5

August 1.............. 7:15pm

July 31 and Aug 2

Aug 29................. 6:30pm

Aug 28 and 30

Sept 26................. 5:30pm

Sept 25 and 27

Oct 24.................. 5:00pm

Oct 23 and 25

Nov 28.................. 4:00pm

Nov 27 and 29

Dec 26.................. 4:00pm

Dec 27

Help us raise funds to have a MUCH NEEDED Documentary

made by Steel Shavings Production Company. Indiegogo.com - search PROJECT WOLF

Standard Full Moon Tour

Tour lasts approx. 1 hour. One Saturday night a month!

Full Moon Feeding Tour

Combines our FEEDING TOUR with our FULL MOON TOUR. The Friday before and Sunday after our regular Full Moon Tours. Free snacks and beverages plus a traditional group wolf howl will be performed at the end of the tour.

Visit our website for more information. All special events,full moon tours and full moon feeding tours are pre-pay.

Reservation required! 719.687.9742 FUTURE SPECIAL EVENTS: OCTOBER 31st : Howl-O-Ween Event 路 NOVEMBER 26th : Thanksgiving Turkey Toss DECEMBER 20th : Winter Wonderland

Our Fight for Wolves and Wildlife CWWC is starting an educational, emotional and powerful campaign with Fox 21 news starting in May and ending in August.

The teaser topic is Endangered and Misunderstood. check out the first video at http://youtu.be/gi7MF_eOiHs

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This short video - https://youtu.be/poKtsN_mAoA - touches on the reality of what is happening to wolves in the wild and what we are up against. Operation Wolf: Documentary will be a full length film to help spread awareness to the plight of wolvesbut in order to make this documentary a reality- we need YOUR help! Please follow the link below to the Indiegogo campaign to help raise the funds needed to complete the film. Help us raise awareness to stop the ongoing slaughter and pending extinction of the Gray Wolf in the US. Over 20% are killed annually in the lower 48 States. www.indiegogo.com/projects/operation-wolf-documentary#/story COLORADO WOLF AND WILDLIFE CENTER

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NATIONAL ANIMAL RIGHTS DAY Danielle and Darlene attended the Animal Rights Day and set up a booth to promote the education of wolves and the issues that they are facing. The event was very emotional and educational. It was heartbreaking to see the photos of the cruelty that man does because of the lack of compassion and the need for greed. It was good that this group was attempting to make awareness and it was wonderful to also see all of the other booths with alternative and creative food choices. Information was also given about sustainability with farming and the food from our oceans.

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FUN IN THE SUN!

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LIGHTS CAMERA ACTION

RED FOX FACTS: · Foxes stalk their prey just like cats. Also like cats, they often play with their catch before they kill it. If they aren’t hungry, they may cache (store away) their food for a later time. · A fox’s hearing is so sharp it can hear a watch ticking from 40 yards away.

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What a production. Merrill dog food company had approached us about doing a commercial with the wolves.

It was amazing how it all came together especially since it was filmed at night with special night vision equipment. I will try to give you a mental picture of how it all went.

We used Keoka and Tala as our star wolf actors. It was around 10pm and I am taking wolves that have never walked in the dark before over to our day spa (a beautiful enclosure that is used for enrichment) where we were filming. That was a challenge in itself. Now both wolves needed to be at the top and released (in the dark remember), in hopes that they would go straight to the bowl of dog food at the bottom. It all happened perfectly!! So imagine two wolves coming through the forest, nose to the ground at night with infrared lighting that focuses on their eyes and body language eating. The rest you will have to see when it is out . We will keep you posted.

Thank you to my staff members; Daniel and David

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TCRAS Needs Foster Homes

Fostering an animal can be an incredibly rewarding experience. If you want a dog or a cat, but you can’t make a long-term commitment just yet, fostering is a great option to consider. You’ll get the experience of being a pet parent and the satisfaction of knowing you helped save the life of an animal in need. Below are five ways an animal may benefit from a foster home: More socialization: A foster home allows for lots of family time and attention, better preparing the animal for his or her forever home.

What animal has black and white stripes?

If you thought of a white tiger, then you are correct.

The white tiger is a subspecies of the Bengal tiger that has a genetic combination that causes their unique coat. They are the largest of the feline species. A white tiger can weigh up to 500 pounds.

These majestic beasts are in critical danger and threatened with losing their habitat. Humans are encroaching on their territory. The white tiger is typically found in the northern and colder parts of Russia. Unfortunately, more then half of the white tiger population is owned as pets, instead of being wild and free. White tigers are being bred unnaturally to obtain their beauty. Inbreeding within the species is leading to birth defects and malformations. Their only known predator is humans who kill them for their beautiful fur coats.

The white tiger is a keystone predator and benefits the ecosystem by balancing the predator verses prey dynamics within the wild. It is important to bring awareness to these majestic black and white striped tigers.

Dani Lingle, summer intern

More exercise: A dog with a backyard is going to get more activity than a shelter situation can typically provide.

Less stress: Some animals become very stressed in a shelter environment, making it harder to appeal to potential adopters. A relaxed space allows these animals to thrive.

1 Year Old Neutered Male · Tan/White Akita/Shepherd Hi everybody! It’s me Highlander! Wanna know something? I’m looking for a forever home. I am a sweet boy that needs some help learning how to control my excitement and some basic commands. I’m still young so it would be nice to go to a home where I could get regular play time and walks since I still have a good amount of energy. I’m sure if you would like to give me a try we could be great friends. How about it?

6 Year Old Spayed Female Grey/Lynx Siamese/Mix Hey, I’m Emily, just Em for short.

Being brought to the shelter has been a little stressful for me, but it hasn’t stopped me from wanting to explore and make new adventures for myself. I would benefit from a healthy diet and a chance to move around and exercise daily. I must say though, I am a very pretty girl with my lynx point markings and blue eyes. Would you like to stop by and say hello? You might just fall in love and take me home.

ADOPT US FROM TCRAS the no-kill shelter

in Divide, CO 719.686.7707 · tcrascolorado.com Tug

10 month old Sheltie/Collie.

Good with children over age 7.

Affectionate.

Time and space for recuperation: Dogs and cats that are recovering from an illness or injury do a lot better in a quiet, comfortable environment where they can heel.

Time for puppies and kittens to reach adoption age: Sometimes, litters come into shelters and the animals aren’t old enough to be adopted. A foster situation allows these young animals the time and space to grow and thrive. If the mother comes into the shelter with the litter, she will likely be placed in the foster home as well.

If you’re interested in providing a foster home, contact Lisa Moore at TCRAS. 719-686-7707

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adopt US from

Rusty is a gorgeous husky. He had been shot, his clavicle broken. Under 1 year old, affectionate, playful.

Does not get along with male dogs.

SLV Animal Welfare Society slvaws.org · 719.587.woof (9663) Non-Profit Shelter Monetary Donations Always Needed

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Gardening Thoughts

by Katie Geist

Hummingbirds, we love their grace, energy and beauty.

And yes, you can attract them to your yard and home. I put out my hummingbird feeders in April when the first hummers start showing up. I leave the feeders up until early October since some will stay that late before migrating south. You do not need to buy special food to fill your feeders. All you need is sugar and water.

The ratio is one part sugar to four parts part water. Some people recommend that you boil the water, but I simple use hot water to mix the sugar in so that it dissolves completely. It is important to clean and refill your hummingbird feeders on a regular basis. If the weather is hot, change the sugar water daily to prevent mold and bacteria from growing in your feeder.

Otherwise change the water out every 2-3 days.

You can also attract hummingbirds by adding native plant species to your garden. Check out your local gardening center or contact your Master Gardeners at your local Extension agency for more information on native plants.

Here are a couple of fun facts about hummingbirds from the Arizona Audubon Society’s website.

Feeding: Hummingbirds are big eaters, eating over twice their weight every day! Their diet consists of both nectar and flying insects.

Flight: Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly both forward and backwards. They can also hover in mid-air, fly sideways and even upside-down.

Migration: Some hummingbirds migrate great distances from their summer to winter homes and back. The Rufous Hummingbird flies 3000 miles from Alaska to Mexico twice a year!

Tongue: A hummingbird’s tongue is grooved like the shape of a “W” and they have tiny hairs on the tip of the tongue to help lap up nectar.

Size: Hummingbirds are the tiniest birds in the world. They average 8.5cm long and can weigh between the weight of 1 and 8 pennies

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