An orphaned wolf pup at a Kansas zoo gained a new family in a young dog coincidentally taken in by a local shelter on the same day the wolf was born. Even though wolves are typically solitary creatures, social connection is particularly pivotal for early development in pups, the KHS shared on its Facebook account Tuesday.
Matching him with Amora helped lessen both their woes. Amora and Slinky are set to remain together until the wolf pup matures. The zoo staff have already fallen in love with him and an employee plans on adopting him once he and Amora are ready to part ways. Placing animals in captivity with dogs for companionship is standard practice for some species, like cheetahs. At zoos like the Cincinnati Zoo, adopted shelter dogs live with the resident cheetahs to keep them company.
The fastest animals on the planet are actually gentle souls and greatly benefit from having their own emotional support companions, often found in breeds like labradors. The two share an enclosure overlooking the hippo habitat, currently home to Poppy the pygmy hippo and her family, during the day.
Ever the fierce friend, Kago can often be found standing guard closest to the glass window visitors flock near to look into the enclosure. Trump lays out exactly how he plans for US to take over Gaza. An orphaned wolf was united with a shelter dog to help them socialize and find their homes. Kansas Humane Society. Slinky the dog and Amora the wolf became fast friends. The wolf pup Amora unfortunately lost her mom.
When Amora is mature, she will be sent to live with other wolves. Though normally solitary animals, wolves do need social connect in their early development. You are viewing 1 of 6 images Previous Image Next Image.
