Wolves on the Howl: Carnivores Got to Eat, Too

If you talk to wolves these days they'll tell you quick: "Its hard out here on a carnivore. We got rights to eat, too man. But too many of us are being put down, for being who we are in this world. Please, don't hate on a wolf."

I even met a wolf once that quipped: "I'm really a Llama trapped in wolves' clothing. I'm open to grazing on the land. B...but this wolf clothing isn't hearing it. Help me get free!" Exclaimed the perceived wolf.

Heh of course, I'm cautious of the sincerity implied. Obviously it wasn't too familiar with human relations. Poor fella seem desperate. After all, I'm an ex-carnivore/herbivore still recovering and can identify.

A friend of mine here at Zaadz recently reminded me of the challenges many wolves are facing in Canada. It seems some are being shot dead on site. And it turns out greater trends are happening in the US. (see articles further down)

There are petitions on the net people can sign to stand up for and protect these creatures from open season shootings and poisoning. Both for Canada and the US. I even stumbled across a posting for a wolf petition at VeganFitness.com. Yeah, that's like finding an anti-abortion petition at a pro-choice website. But hey, how cool? Although, as some of you may have expected, there were no replies of support. Hmmm.

 These petitions may help in the short-term or for unknown durations. Still, I'd like to believe its an educational situation on both sides, wolf and man. Perhaps with creativity, a few 
ideas can be explored to better serve the wolves and humans involved. I'm hopeful.

Yes wolves deserve to be as they are, and eat. Also too, many people in rural areas raise livestock (not that its the best business, but...) for thier livelihood. So there is room for dialog between activists and livestock owners to reach a balance.

Here are a few articles on the topic below:
Wolves face losing US protection
Kill wolves to help elk?
Record number of wolves killed, 2006



And if we really want to do something unique, we're invited to "adopt a wolf". And there are other wildlife up for adoption, here. For more listings, "wildlife adoption" and "wolf adoption" using your search engine may help.

Owwooooooooo!