Animal Intake Requests
We get many requests each month from people asking if we can take in a wolf or wolfdog, and while we wish we could help with all requests, the truth is that like other rescues and sanctuaries we receive far more requests than we have space available. See below for your options.
In our experience, a significant portion of the people who believe they are dealing with a wolf or wolfdog are not: many breeders are dishonest or ignorant, and most people (including most shelter workers) are not familiar with what constitute the true physical and behavioral differences between dogs and wolves.
Please review this pamphlet for proper identification before filling out an intake form.
If your animal does not fit the traits listed in the pamphlet, that’s good news! Dogs have far more options for rehoming.
For the animal’s own safety, we strongly suggest you do not label it as a wolf/wolfdog without compelling evidence.
IF THE ANIMAL IS A DOG:
It is not uncommon that the animal has little to no wolf genetics in it, as noted above. If this is the case, your options in finding it a home greatly increase. If keeping the animal is not an option, or if you are not the animal’s owner, find more resources at the bottom of the page. If you need help identifying an animal or are still confident in their wolf ancestry, please fill out the form below.
One of us will get back to you as soon as possible, and we will do everything we can to help you.
OTHER RESOURCES
If you have a dog in need of placement, Friends 4 Life has generously compiled a list of no-kill shelters, fosters, and other rescues.
If further resources could help you keep your beloved dog, check out these resources courtesy of Friends 4 Life, including low cost clinics, spay/neuter services, financial assistance, and behavior support.
If you still believe you have a wolf or wolfdog in need, other sanctuaries such as W.O.L.F may have resources to fit your situation— you can contact them at rescue@wolfsanctuary.net