Hybrid Wolf
ROGUE is a wolf hybrid who arrived at our sanctuary in May 2021 alongside his brother, Lupin, at just 8 weeks old. A timid mid-to-low-content hybrid, Rogue—like his brother—ranks below the two dominant females, Dani and Ice, in their pack. He and Lupin spend their days playfully sparring and love tagging along behind their 'big brother' Raider whenever they get to roam the large wolf yard. Several times a week, the whole group—Dani, Ice, Rogue, Lupin, and Raider—enjoys the freedom to run, play, and explore to their hearts’ content.
Although Rogue and Lupin are not high-content wolves, their instincts are deeply wolf-like. Both are naturally cautious and shy around people, especially strangers, preferring to keep their distance from unfamiliar groups. However, Rogue is incredibly affectionate with those he trusts—one of his favorite ways to show love is by rubbing his head all over his favorite people, 'marking' them with his scent as if to claim them as his own!
ORDER: Carnivora
FAMILY: Canidae
GENUS: Canis
SPECIES: Lupus
The wolf is the largest species of the wild dog family. A hybrid wolf happens most of the time from human intervention. A wolf and domesticated dog are purposely bred to create a combined version of the two, mostly for the pet trade. The problem is a wolf does not “domesticate” in one breeding and this can often be very detrimental to the pups, especially once they mature. They have an acute sense of smell and hearing. They travel in packs, about 7 to 8 individuals, with one alpha male and one alpha female. They are most active at sunrise and sunset but prefer to move under the cover of darkness. They do not accept strangers into their pack easily. They are apex predators who’s job it is to keep ecosystems in order and working smoothy. If you would like further info on the wolf, you can check out, “How Wolves Change Rivers”, narrated by Dave Attenborough.
Threats
Habitat loss and fragmentation. Shot on sight for being considered livestock predators.
Conservation Status
LC - Least Concern