CWWC Oct 2013 newsletter

conservation 路 education 路 preservation

COLORADO WOLF AND WILDLIFE CENTER

Meet Rylee

OCTOBER-NOVEMBER 2013

Rylee is our newest addition from a Denver based Border Collie rescue. As most of you know Border collies are one of the most intelligent breeds of the dog world. Rylee was being trained to sniff out peanut scents for a family who had a child that was allergic to them. Unfortunately, Rylee had a small petit seizure and was disqualified from the program. We adopted Rylee a month ago. He is currently in obedience classes and will be graduating in two weeks. His next class will be agility and sheep trials in summer. In the meantime, he loves to play frisbee, tug-o-war and any game that involves running. He is an amazing dog and the best quality of him is his sweet kisses and when he curls up to you at night.

Colorado Wolf And Wildlife Center | PO Box 713 | Divide, CO 80814 | 719.687.9742 | www. wolfeducation.org

Keyni and Katie doing a tour for Rock Canyon High School

These ladies drove from Steamboat Springs to get a kiss.

Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Gift Certificates make the perfect gift this holiday season Kim and her baby girl Princess and then... Princess decided that she liked Kim’s glove

Colorado Wolf And Wildlife Center | PO Box 713 | Divide, CO 80814 | 719.687.9742 | www. wolfeducation.org

Colorado Wolf And Wildlife Center | PO Box 713 | Divide, CO 80814 | 719.687.9742 | www. wolfeducation.org

t n e g r W u O N T C A If you care about wolves we need you to speak up for them.

It may be their last chance.

Andrea and Keyni enjoying some bread intended for the chickens....

Got wine and cheese please?

Everyday is a Beautiful Day at the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center

USFWS will hold an official hearing on the delisting on November 19th from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Paramount Theatre, 1621 Glenarm Place, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 405–1245 Tala giving a good morning howl

Colorado Wolf And Wildlife Center | PO Box 713 | Divide, CO 80814 | 719.687.9742 | www. wolfeducation.org

Wakanda surveying his kingdom

Colorado Wolf And Wildlife Center | PO Box 713 | Divide, CO 80814 | 719.687.9742 | www. wolfeducation.org

Patrick’s organized tool creation. Mess it up and get your fingers chopped off! Catherine doing the other side. Wow we have a barn that is organized!

From Natural Resources Services and its “predator control” Defense Council program.

We urgently need your help to end But we need your immediate the taxpayer-funded slaughter of support to make sure she follows thousands of wild animals. through and that the Obama A rogue government agency called Administration ends the killing Wildlife Services spends tens once and for all. of millions of our tax dollars to Your gift will help us keep building senselessly kill more than 100,000 the public outcry over Wildlife wolves, bobcats, foxes, black Services ... shine a harsh spotlight bears and other native carnivores on its heartless operation by every year. arming the media with the facts Please make an emergency and screening our documentary donation so that NRDC can film ... and ratchet up pressure escalate pressure on the Obama on the Obama Administration Administration to stop the wildlife to terminate its predator control extermination for Why Are Our Tax Dollars Being good.

This shocking Used to Kill Wildlife? operation -- housed in the Department of The Wildlife Services Agriculture -- uses agency is killing thousands poisons, traps, aerial of wild animals every year gunning and other brutal methods to kill in our names. Please make wildlife. an emergency gift to help And the slaughter NRDC shine a light on this comes with an deadly operation -- and astronomical price end it for good. tag. For example, a new report reveals that Wildlife Services spends more program. than $800 an hour to shoot wolves Your tax-deductible contribution is from a plane or helicopter -- the what allows us to defend wildlife department’s preferred method of and our environment in the most killing animals in remote areas. effective way possible.

Until recently, these disturbing It’s simply unconscionable that operations have been conducted the government is killing wildlife largely out of public view. every day in our names and with But a slew of investigative stories our tax dollars. We’re counting on have blown the lid off Wildlife Members like you -- people who Services’ deadly practices. And are passionate about wildlife -a new NRDC documentary about to help us come to their defense. the agency -- called “Wild Things” Please let me know that we have -- is playing at film festivals around your support. the country, triggering a wave of public revulsion and opposition.

Sincerely, At long last, the USDA’s Inspector Frances Beinecke General has signaled she will President Natural Resources conduct an investigation of Wildlife Defense Council

Wolf Prayer Follow me down the path I will walk beside you Guiding and showing you the way I will not leave you I will be standing on the path watching you...

If you ever feel alone Close your eyes You will see 6 sets of foot prints 2 belonging to you, 4 to me Then you will know that I have not left you I will be there to guide you, whenever you need

Colorado Wolf And Wildlife Center | PO Box 713 | Divide, CO 80814 | 719.687.9742 | www. wolfeducation.org

BE A VOICE

Kenya has made it to 20 Howl-o-ween celebrations! Live on Kenya cat!

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Colorado Wolf And Wildlife Center | PO Box 713 | Divide, CO 80814 | 719.687.9742 | www. wolfeducation.org

t hank you

Thank You for those who supported Carlos during the voting for the Hero Dog Awards. We had a great time in Hollywood. It was a whirlwind trip but is a memory that I will always hold in my heart because it was an event where Carlos was honored for his selfless service to our troops and country. I will be starting my mission to ensure all CWDs like Carlos make it home with the drawdown of troops in Afghanistan. None of these dogs should be left, given or farmed out to nationals and suffer neglect like Carlos endured or even worse.

What touched my heart most at the Gala was the standing ovation Carlos received when we walked on stage. A MOM couldn’t have been prouder of her “son”. Of course, out of all the celebrities that attended the event, the highlight was sitting down and talking for a couple of minutes with Betty White. She is an amazing woman that truly loves animals.

With that being said, the Television Premiere is on the HALLMARK CHANNEL on October 30th at 6:00pm Pacific time. Although Carlos didn’t win the Overall Hero Dog in Hollywood, we have one more chance for him to win. The Hallmark Channel has a contest for a VIEWERS’ TOP DOG Award. Please vote TODAY.. the contest ends October 30th. http://www.hallmarkchannel.com/topdog Warmest wishes to all, Ruby & Carlos

THANK YOU We would like to sincerely thank Mike Cavanaugh, owner of “Mike’s Natural Pet Market,” for donating organic cat and dog food for our wolves, fox and coyote.

CWWC staff members and volunteers endorse “Mike’s Natural Pet Market,” and shop there for their “domestic” pets organic and natural pet food needs. He also carries a wide variety of healthy treats, chews and toys. We greatly appreciate your donation!

The Best Pet Health Food Store in Southern Colorado

Mike Cavanaugh - Owner/Nutritional Counselor 3640 Jeannine Dr · Colorado Springs, CO 80917

(719) 570-1488 · www.mikesnaturalpet.com

Colorado Wolf And Wildlife Center | PO Box 713 | Divide, CO 80814 | 719.687.9742 | www. wolfeducation.org

ANNUAL

Thanksgiving Day

TURKEY TOSS CELEBRATION Thursday, Nov. 28 · 9-10 am

Be a part of feeding our wolf, coyote and fox families!

Participate in a morning group howl while you are surrounded by wolves and coyotes! Refreshments of cocoa and apple cider will be served along with pumpkin desserts.

ALL AGES WELCOME - Just bring yourself and a camera $25 adults and $15 for kids 12 & under RSVP 719.687.9742 (this is a pre-paid event). Limited space available.

COLORADO WOLF AND WILDLIFE CENTER DIVIDE, CO 80814

www.wolfeducation.org

Standard Tours

Full Moon Tour

Feeding Tours

Meet and greet Keyni - our ambassador wolf before the tour. Tour starts immediately after and lasts approx 1 hour

One-hour educational tour of the sanctuary.

10 am, noon and 2 pm Tuesday-Sunday $10 per adult · $7 per child AS OF 1/1/14 $15 per adult · $8 per child

Enjoy this one-hour educational tour while your guide feeds the wolves! Learn about hunting, howling and hierarchy and communicate with the pack in a group howl! $20 per adult · $10 per child Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Photo Tours

Interact with 2 of our wolves for up to 15 minutes while a CWWC photographer captures your interaction! $100 for up to 4 people · $50 per additional person MUST BE 18 OR OLDER

Youth FOX Photos

Your child will have their picture taken with our red fox! $100 for up to 4 children (must be 8 or older)

MUST BE 18 OR OLDER

Walk on the Wild Side

What could be better than a guided nature walk in the beautiful Rocky Mountains with a wolf? $75 per person Reserve for Thursday & Sunday

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED FOR ALL TOURS AND SPECIAL EVENTS 719-687-9742

NOVEMBER 15 and 17 3:30 pm check-in

Combines our FEEDING TOUR with our FULL MOON TOUR...

Wear warm clothes and good boots. Bring a camera and flashlight.

$25 per adult (13 years+) · $15 per child 8-12 years · No kids under the age of 8 All tours have limited space and we have a no-cancellation policy Reschedules are allowed May-October only

Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center

Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center

Dedicated to educating the public about wolves, wolf dogs, foxes, and coyotes. Although these elusive animals are not often seen in the wild, through our guided tours you will have the opportunity to view them in the most natural setting possible. You will have the chance to view some of some of the endangered species live at the Center.

Dedicated to that educating public about wolves, wolf dogs, foxes, and coyotes. Although these elusive animals are not often seen in the wild, through our guided tours you will have the opportunity to view them in the most natural setting possible. You will have the chance to view some of some of the TO: _______________________________________________________________________________ endangered species that live at the Center.

FROM: ____________________________________________________________________________ TO: _______________________________________________________________________________ FOR THE AMOUNT OF: _________________________________________________________________ FROM: ____________________________________________________________________________ AUTHORIZED BY: ______________________ EXPIRES: _____________________________________ THE AMOUNT OF: _________________________________________________________________ ExcludesFOR holidays and special events · Please mention you have a gift certificate when making reservations Year round tours by reservation only: Tues - Sun 10am · 12pm · 2pm + 4pm in the Spring and Summer AUTHORIZED BY: ______________________ EXPIRES: _____________________________________

Excludes holidays and special events · Please mention you have a gift certificate when making reservations Year round tours by reservation only: Tues - Sun 10am · 12pm · 2pm + 4pm in the Spring and Summer

GIFT CERTIFICATE GIFT CERTIFICATE

Interact with 4 of our wolves for up to 30 minutes! $150 for up to 2 people · $50 per additional person ADD ON a Photo Tour for an additional $75

Full Moon Feeding Fest TouR

719.687.9742 · www.wolfeducation.org P.O. Box 713 · Divide, CO 80814 719.687.9742 · www.wolfeducation.org P.O. Box 713 · Divide, CO 80814

VIP Tours

NOVEMBER 16 CALL FOR check-in

Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center Gift Certificates make the perfect gift this holiday season!

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED FOR ALL TOURS AND SPECIAL EVENTS 719-687-9742

looking for a forever home A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself

BUNNY

This is Bunny. She is a Jack Russell Terrier mix. She looks all Jack Russell but is bigger than a pure breed. She has a natural bob tail. She was homeless and had a badly broken back leg now set and healed. She can tear around like mad and loves playing with the other dogs. She does have a limp but it doesn’t slow her in the least. She is a very social, very loving dog and wants to be with you every minute and be around other dogs as well. She is sensitive and was trembling with fear when rescued and when taken to the vets. She very much needs a loving home.

She has all her shots and is spayed and ready for a new home.

SLV Animal Welfare Society · 719-587-woof (9663) · www.slvaws.org PRIVATE SHELTER - MONETARY DONATIONS NEEDED BADLY

Corinne getting love

Introducing our ALPHA PHOTO SESSION in 2014!

On January 1st 2014, we will be discontinuing our VIP tours and will be offering something much better - our alpha photo session which will combine a VIP interaction and photo tour in one. Our new Alpha Photo Session will be $150.00 for two people, and $50 per additional person up to 4 people. Not only will you get to go in with the wolves, but you will also have your photos taken with them too. You will get up to 15 photos of your experience.

Please read rules and restrictions on our current VIP/PHOTO tours as they will still carry over.

GOT

MEAT?

We are in need of meat (and monetary donations!)

We can take your freezer burned or old meat. We can’t take meat that is spoiled, seasoned, or spiced or fish with bones. 719-687-9742

Kunie

Hi there, my name is Kunie and I came to TCRAS scared and untrusting.

While I am still working on my issues I am getting better. I need to have a big yard with a 6ft wood fence to keep me contained. I do like to run and because I am so timid I am really hard to catch. I am quite the lover once I get to trust you but it will take me a while to get used to my new diggs. I am a playful guy who enjoys being outside and hanging out with you once I am comfortable.

NOTE: He is extremely cautious of new people, so we ask that anyone interested in him come and spend time with him, to build his trust, before he goes home. Once he knows you he is as sweet as can be and a wonderful dog. He gets along with cats and dogs. He just needs that special someone to give their time to him so he can fall in love!

TCRAS, the no-kill shelter in Divide, CO · 719-686-7707 www.tcrascolorado.com Vieques Humane Society - Vieques, Puerto Rico, a small island located off the mainland’s east coast, for many years offered no veterinary or animal rescue services. During the early 1980’s, a handful of concerned immigrants from the states and a few local residents took a serious interest in improving the welfare of the animals. They began by feeding the island’s multitudinous strays and soliciting the help of veterinarians from Puerto Rico to sterilize them. By 1987, the Vieques Humane Society and Animal Rescue, Inc. was officially established as a non-profit organization. Today they still offer the only veterinary services on the island and have developed strong community based programs.

See available dogs at www.viequeshumanesociety.org · CWWC will help you cover adoption fees - 719.687.9742

Colorado Wolf And Wildlife Center | PO Box 713 | Divide, CO 80814 | 719.687.9742 | www. wolfeducation.org

Colorado Wolf And Wildlife Center | PO Box 713 | Divide, CO 80814 | 719.687.9742 | www. wolfeducation.org

working together to make a difference “We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals.” ~ Immanual Kant

The World of Wolves iPad app featuring The Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center is NOW AVAILABLE on iTunes.

Also on iTunes, download the free CWWC app for your iPhone or iPad

FREE fact-filled app about wolves

Natural Resources Defense Council www.nrdc.org

www.aza.org www.projectcoyote.org

“An animal’s eyes have the power to speak a great language.” www.bornfreeusa.org

~ Martin Buber

Mexican Grey Wolves www.mexicanwolves.org

www.defendersofwildlife.org

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