Being put in the SECURITY Camp by the owner because he couldn’t raise it, the mixed-wolf dog was lucky to be saved by a rescuer
Yuki, a unique wolfdog, had experienced a heartbreaking ordeal when his owner abandoned him, leading to him being sent to an animal shelter. Luckily, he was rescued and brought to safety, becoming a heartwarming tale of survival.
Wolfdogs, a breed resulting from the cross between a wolf and a domestic dog, possess distinct characteristics. Yuki, in particular, boasts an impressive 87.5% wolf DNA, with 8.6% Siberian Husky and 3.9% German Shepherd, according to Brittany Allen from the Shy Wolf Sanctuary.
The viral image of Yuki, with his massive size, caused a stir on social media. The woman in the photo is Brittany Allen herself, standing at 162cm tall. She clarifies that the image hasn’t been photoshopped but rather captures Yuki from a unique perspective. Everyone has their angles, after all.
The photo stirred up immense interest and curiosity about the wolfdog and the poignant story of his second chance at life through rescue at the Shy Wolf Sanctuary. Brittany Allen shared, “Yuki was purchased as a pup by someone who wasn’t prepared for owning such a large animal, so they surrendered him to a ‘kill shelter’ when he was just 8 months old. We rescued him, gave him a home, and he’s been with us ever since.”
“Yuki has been with us since 2008. He’s incredibly healthy and has a personality like no other animal I’ve known.”
The captivating photos of Yuki were taken by dedicated volunteers at their new home since 2012. People who have interacted with Yuki describe him as fond of women, showing off to visitors, and being an absolute sweetheart.
“Yuki will let you know if he likes you or not. He only allows a select few women to handle him, and everyone calls them his ‘harem.'”
The Shy Wolf Sanctuary, established in 2001 by Nacy Smith, provides a safe haven and rehabilitation for displaced and captive-bred wolves and other exotic animals.
Spanning over 2.5 acres in Naples, Florida, the sanctuary has become a home for around 60 different exotic animals rescued or cared for each year.
Their mission as a non-profit organization is to “heal through connecting with nature and animals,” which includes actively engaging with over 30 positive-minded volunteers each year, not only to assist the animals but also to educate people about the importance of protecting these magnificent creatures.
While domesticated dogs often have predictable behavior, the same cannot be said for wolfdogs. The unique mix of wolf and dog genes makes raising a wolfdog a special challenge, and each individual wolfdog has a different temperament that cannot be predetermined. Even if you raise one wolfdog, you cannot predict how much of their wild instincts will be present in this hybrid.
Yuki doesn’t conform to the typical behavior of domestic dogs either. While a domestic dog may run away when encountering new people out of embarrassment, Yuki would run straight towards them and then display aggression if he didn’t like them. With a domestic dog, once they know and like you, they will be loving, but you cannot tamper with their territorial and possessive nature. They will be affectionate towards their loved ones but also quite territorial. Yuki is exceptionally territorial but also highly sociable. Since birth, he has been keen on socializing, but once he forms a bond, it will be a lifelong commitment.
Yuki is undoubtedly a beloved member of the sanctuary. Although he may not have had an easy life, he has garnered quite a following of admirers who appreciate his unique personality.
After many years of providing Yuki with a loving home, the sanctuary recently received the devastating news that
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