Samantha

sex: female
born: April 1996 (est.)
birth place: Nevada

given sanctuary: 22 September 1996

 

 

Sami's Story

Sami's story is probably the most typical situation that we come across as people look to place their animal. Her owners bought her as a cute, cuddly, little bundle of fur, and were doing fine with her training and bonding for the first month or two. As with any large breed canine, and especially wolf-dogs, her energy level started to become a problem. Then her size started to become a problem. Then her curiosity started to become a problem.

As the owners started to discuss these problems with others, looking for solutions, they then received information about wolf-dogs that they never knew about or bothered to find out about before they bought her. What did all of this mean? Was she going to be this much of a problem her entire life? Should we be concerned about the safety of our children? What about our other pets - is their safety a concern as well? Are we ever going to be able to take her on walks or in the car? We love her very much but we have to think of our children, they come first.

All of these are wonderful questions, leading to a wonderful conclusion; however, all of them need to be asked and answered before taking responsibility for another life. Wolf struggles with the results of these issues daily! At times, we think that we may be doing a disservice to the humans by allowing them to easily shirk the responsibility that they should feel for these spirits. On the other hand, we also realize that it is the animal that will end up suffering the consequences of the poor choices made by a significant number of humans. Unfortunately, the common mentality in our society seems to foster the disposable commodity approach to almost everything we come into contact with. This includes other humans, other species (sentient or not) and our planet in general. Until the majority of humans change their approach, we feel we must do something for the victims of this self-centered mentality.

It was decided that Sami would be given sanctuary at Wolf. The owners arranged with an airline to get her shipped for free, and she was picked up at the airport. Her attitude was very social and loving right from the beginning. Her exuberance was also very noticeable, as she mauled her care takers with kisses and hugs. It was decided that she would be put in with Kenai, a very shy, high-percentage male, who was having trouble adjusting to his new environment. The equation worked, and Sami soon brought Kenai out of his shell. For better or worse, the two of them became the most dangerous couple to receive love and attention from. Their approach caused many bruises, scratches and torn clothing. They both were probably taken from their parents before they were taught puppy etiquette.

They were joined later by another love-maniac, Lakota, and the three of them carry on constantly. Sami and Kenai have mellowed some as they have grown, but they are constantly ready to let Lakota know when he is out of line.

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