Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center October 2014 newsletter

conservation 路 education 路 preservation

Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center OCTOBER 2014

Got treats?

· Zaltana’s tooth surgery ·

Micha got Alison’s treat bag today - happy boy!

Riley in a basket in the car....

Coming at ya!

SLICE OF CRUELTY

Breaking Investigation: Cows Beaten & Dragged at World’s Largest Pizza Cheese Supplier

Is your pizza topped with horrific animal cruelty?

A shocking new Mercy For Animals undercover investigation reveals heartbreaking animal abuse at a milk producer for Leprino Foods – the world’s largest mozzarella cheese maker and major cheese supplier to Pizza Hut, Domino’s and Papa John’s.

Using a hidden camera, MFA’s brave undercover investigator documented the following horrific abuses: • Workers viciously kicking and punching cows, and stabbing them with screwdrivers, causing bloody wounds and injuries • Cows being violently whipped in their faces and bodies with chains and metal wires • Workers maliciously shocking sick and injured cows and dragging them with tractors • Sick or injured cows suffering from open wounds, infections, and injuries left to suffer without proper veterinary care

Foods to immediately implement meaningful animal welfare policies to prevent the type of egregious animal abuse that was exposed during this investigation throughout its dairy supply chain.

Treated as mere milk-producing machines, cows exploited and abused for cheese used on pizzas endure lives of near constant misery and deprivation.

These highly intelligent and social animals suffer almost unimaginable abuse from the time they are born and ripped from their mothers’ sides until they are so physically worn out from repeated pregnancies and constant milk production that they are sold for slaughter.

This has to stop!

Sadly, unconscionable cruelty and violence are standard practice for dairy companies nationwide. Thankfully, caring consumers can help end the MFA’s latest investigation is al- needless suffering of cows and other ready making national news, after farmed animals by choosing vegan althe Associated Press broke the story ternatives to milk and cheese. this morning.

Sincerely, Law enforcement is currently invesNathan Runkle tigating and we expect criminal ani- Nathan Runkle is an American animal rights mal cruelty charges to be filed against advocate.

Nathan Runkle is the founder and workers and managers at the facility. executive director of Mercy For Animals.

MFA is also calling on Leprino

We could not be more proud of one of our interns who is standing up and being a voice for our wolves.

Way to go Casey!!

A note from intern Casey: I recently attended the public hearing for wolf management in Lynwood and it had some similarities and differences to the truth or consequences conference. There were less people in attendance and almost every single person who spoke was in favor of helping the wolves. Most of the comments were about the lack of transparency in the government when it came to reporting information on wolf pack numbers and exactly what happened with the huckleberry pack. There were also issues with WDFWs involvement with USFWS as they called them the killing party. Mostly they were angry that the non lethal measurements not being implemented enough and there could have been more done to save the huckleberry pack. Only about 30 or so people spoke, everyone who wanted to was allowed to speak and they were allotted 3 min. I was the third person to speak so I was slightly intimidated, but I felt good being around all the wolf people. We spoke facing the audience with our backs to the WDFW until someone turned the podium around. As we talked they typed our comments on a big screen for everyone to see. However they did not type every comment or suggestion and seemed quite biased towards certain comments. Miss you guys!

Not just wolves...

Idaho Wolf, Coyote Hunting Derby Wants Larger Area BOISE, Idaho | September 29, 2014 | By Keith Ridler Associated Press Idaho does not respect wildlife and will be happy to kill the last predator. Shame on wildlife service for supporting this slaughter. It is all about the money and stakeholders!

The Bureau of Land Management said a permit is required because a derby is considered a competitive event with prizes.

Last year, the hunting group offered two separate, $1,000 prizes — one for the hunter who killed the biggest wolf, the other for the hunter who bagged the most coyotes. Alder said prizes haven’t

This man played bagpipes for the wolves

been determined for this winter’s event that’s expected to draw more than 300 people, about 100 to 150 of them hunters.

The BLM plans to make public an environmental analysis Thursday and take public comments for 15 days. The agency said about 1,500 square miles are involved.

“We are anticipating that lots of people have comments,” BLM spokeswoman Sarah Wheeler said. “It’s very polarizing. What people have a hard time understanding is that the BLM doesn’t

regulate hunting. We’re looking at the impacts it’s going to have on public lands.”

Alder said the impacts would be “minimal.”

Sarah McMillan of WildEarth Guardians disagreed, and said her group and others will try to stop the derby through comments, or legal challenges should BLM officials approve the permit.

“We don’t believe these kinds of activities are appropriate on our public lands,” she said. “We’re hopeful that the BLM won’t approve the killing contest.”

ANNUAL NOVEMBER 7 路 8 路 9 Standard Full Moon Tour Meet and greet Keyni our ambassador wolf before the tour. Tour starts immediately after and lasts approximately 1 hour.

One Saturday night a month!

Full Moon Feeding TouR This tour combines our FEEDING TOUR with our FULL MOON TOUR. The Friday before and Sunday after our Full Moon Tours.

ADULTS: $25 (13 years+)

CHILDREN: $15

(8-12 years) No kids under 8

Wear warm clothes & good boots.

Bring a camera and a flashlight Check wolfeducation.org for dates and check-in times

Thanksgiving Day

TURKEY TOSS CELEBRATION Thursday, Nov. 27 路 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

FUN PHOTOS

Hi there. My name is Diamond. There is no diamond in the rough with me, I am a grown gal who is already polished up and ready to go home.

You do not have to train me to use a litter-box, or anything. A gal at my age just knows what goes! Unfortunately a gal my age does not often get thought about when someone wants to adopt. I am young enough to have a nice long life ahead of me, and old enough to be done with all the crazy kitten antics. I enjoy spending my time in a quiet box, or on a windowsill to watch everything going on outside. If you have a dog, you may just find me cuddled up with him or her. I am a kitty who loves dogs in her life. I have been with TCRAS for quite some time and they have a special offer just for you! Call for the details!

Reggie is a handsome twoyear old Husky/Shepard mix. He is neutered, micro chipped, and up to date on all vaccinations, including kennel cough.

At seventy pounds, he’s a big guy, but very gentle!

He likes to stay close to his people and to take walks.

He knows sit, stay, wait, and loose-leash walking.

He likes the work—and getting treats for his efforts—and would do well in a home where he can continue working SLVAWS on obedience skills. He is crate trained, house trained, stays off of furniture, and knows to only chew on his toys. He would do best in a house without other dogs although he does do well with some female dogs. He’s great with people, and a very sweet dog! If you are interested, please call 719-587-9663 (WOOF) to ensure he is on the doggie bus to Petsmart on any Sat. at 7680 N. Academy.

CWWC will pay you $200 towards the shipping to a qualified home from the Vieques Humane Society

TCRAS

Phantom is available at 7680 N. Academy Petsmart, Colorado Springs, on any Saturday 11-5 until adopted. If you would like to reserve him, please call ahead: 719-587-9663 (WOOF).

Phantom came into our shelter as a stray from a small town.

He is shy, but is overcoming his shyness. He has been abused and cringes when you reach out to pet him. Neutered. He needs a little more leash training. Gets along well with other dogs. Loves to play with other dogs in one of our dog parks. A gentle, sweet soul.

We believe he is a Utonagan. The Utonagan is a mix of 3 breeds SLVAWS Malamute, German Shephard and Husky. often mistaken for a wolf hybrid or wolf.

He now weighs about 75 lbs and is GROWING. He is perhaps 9 months old. He may grow to about 90 lbs.

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

TCRAS the no-kill shelter in Divide, CO 719.686.7707 tcrascolorado.com

working together to find loving forever homes

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. www.viequeshumanesociety.org

working together to make a difference

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.

“We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals.” ~ Immanual Kant

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

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 that live at the Center.

TO: _______________________________________________________________________________ FROM: ____________________________________________________________________________ FOR THE AMOUNT OF: _________________________________________________________________ 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

Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center Gift Certificates Make the Perfect Gift for Every Animal Lover...

Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center

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

The Holidays are creeping up quickly...

Information presented on this newsletter is considered public information (unless otherwise noted) and may be distributed or copied. Use of appropriate byline/photo/image credit is requested. Some of the documents in this newsletter may contain live feed references (or pointers) to information created and maintained by other organizations.

Please note that CWWC does not control and cannot guarantee the relevance, timeliness, or accuracy of these outside materials.

www.defendersofwildlife.org

For current wolf articles and to be a voice through knowledge

Wild Earth Guardians

www.wildearthguardians.org

Newsletter Designed By Melissa Macis Freelance Graphic Designer smallspaceorganizer@gmail.com