How to greet WILD & TAME WOLVES & not get BITTEN!
Have you wanted to meet a wolf? Today Anneka explains how to behave around both wild and captive wolves. From friendly, bottle-raised wolves, to timid captive wolves, trapped, aggressive wolves, curious & friendly wild wolves & rabid wolves. This is the ultimate wolf behaviour guide on KZhead.
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Anneka has filmed wolves for many years now, interacting with captive and viewing wild wolves. Today she will explain the body language needed when entering a wolf enclosure for the very first time. She will also guide the novice on how to release a trapped wolf, what to do when encountering friendly wild wolves and wolves with rabies.
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I've had first hand experience of bad fathers. Never met my biological dad and my adoptive father let me down too, so i feel his pain. He will grow and learn to be the man you want him to be (he has a great mum to help him on his way!), it just may take some time and he may go through a few awkward patches first while he processes what's happened. Bless you both.
Awesome video thank you for what you do !
Wolves are not scary
I love your wolf videos. They are definitely my favorite animal. I was backpacking in Yellowstone many years ago and I decided to camp in a large meadow. After I set up camp I noticed a wolf in the distance. With my binoculars I could see that he was watching me. The next morning I noticed several wolves in the distance. They stayed away but kept moving, sort of circling me. I figured they were just observing me but they never got very close. I stayed a couple days just enjoying watching them until they finally left. When I got back out the trail had been closed due to a grizzly bear sighting. I still like to believe that the wolves were watching out for me. Keeping the bear away. 😊
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My neighbour's son was a co-op student on assignment in northern Alberta, Canada. He went for a walk. Several wolves (like the ones you like to think were watching out for you)...tracked him, then attacked and killed him. That's what wolves do....they CIRCLE you.....before they move in to kill.
@@LRyan-li9wr when did this happen? More people have been killed by bears, mountain lions, snakes and other wild animals. Wolves are naturally afraid of humans and for good reason. When I'm in the wilderness I'm not afraid of wolves, but I am respectful. I have to be careful with my food not because of wolves but because of bears. If someone is going to go into the wilderness they should know the area they are going into, heed any warnings or go with someone who is experienced.
@LRyan-li9wr listen I feel bad for u I really do but I own 3 wolves and they've never been aggressive ok yes wild wolves r very very dangerous but they have the right to live like us ok and mabe it was just ur sons time to go I'm sorry if that sounds mean but mabe just mabe it was
@@christiangallietmo4585i think its your time to go for saying that. 'im sorry if that sounds mean to you but i think your time has expired'. Error 404 your brain is defunct
My Wife and I adopted an Alaskan Malamute some years ago. We took her to the Vet, and she was super friendly and loved the Vet and his assistances. My Vet got a little suspicious and ran a blood tests on her. The results came back, and Nikki was half Malamute and half Alaskan Grey Wolf. Nikki couldn't bark just howl, growl and snarl. She was very protective of the kids and if Nikki didn't know you it was not a good idea to approach the kids. She had many Wolf traits but at the same time she was calm, loving and didn't square up with you unless you were a stranger to her. We had a neighbor that hated Nikki because Nikki would growl at her when she walked by the fence and the kids were outside playing. There was just something about that lady Nikki didn't like, because she was the only one Nikki did that with. The lady had no idea about her genetic makeup, she just hated her because she growled at her. I found Nikki dead in the back yard one day after the woman had been by the fence about an hour earlier. I took Nikki to the Vet, and he found that she had been poisoned with hamburger containing drain cleaner. I filed a police report and this woman laughed about it with the cop standing there. The cop asked why was that funny and this woman said because I didn't think it would work that fast. The cop asked, YOU did this? and she said sure and if it hadn't worked the first time she would have done it again. She was arrested on the spot and booked on extreme animal cruelty, malicious mischief, and destruction of private property charges. She went to trial and the judge gave her a year in the county jail and fined her $10,000. I wanted her to get more time as the money would never replace Nikki but, you take what you can get, I suppose.
I am sorry for your loss. Nikki sounds nice and cute and definitely did not deserve this. I am so sorry. I wish you all the courage, bravery, and strength to go through this. I am sure Nikki is in dog (or wolf) heaven right now. Requiescat In Pace, Nikki 🫶❤️🩹🫂
It might have helped if you had explained to the lady the reason it was unfriendly to her , but then again , she did not seem to have much intelligence , and would probably not have understood .
I don't seem to see my comments anymore . Maybe I have been censored .
They must not like it , if the comment is longer than a certain length .
Nikki shouldn't have given her a chance and eaten that hamburger. Some people don't deserve chances . I wish hell upon that woman . The nerve !!!
Thank you for this video. Wolves have been my favorite animal species since a child. To hear the howls of a pack is a rare treat indeed. I live close to Yellowstone National Park and the wolf conservation debate is very heated here. I have rescued two Czech Wolf dogs as well as well as German Shepherds. The Wolf dogs were my favorites. And yes, you better be educated to the breed before owning or adopting.
Thank you for this wonderful post. I had a 50% Timberwolf/Malamute which was my first wolf, dog. He lived for 11years. After he passed, I went looking for a Malamute. I met my husband this way. He had both Malamutes and Siberian Husky kennels but also had an Arctic white wolf, three red wolves and two Timberwolves. I bought the male as a Malamute and the female was Malamute and Red Wolf mix. My husband and I know how to raise these animals and we have loved every one of them. Once again, thank you for this post, it has brought back many memories.
Wolves are certainly some of the most gorgeous animals but it seems like a sketchy pet to keep..
it is sketchy to keep any undomesticated animal, and i don't like that they're breeding wolves with dogs, which both defeats the purpose of wolf conservation, and makes fearless encounters and attacks on humans more likely
Don't do it. They are very high maintenance and NOT like having a dog. You cannot do dog things with them such as training, taking them to the dog park, keeping them in a house etc. Some people let them in the house but they tend to be destructive and most can't be housebroken. SOOO many wolves and wolfdogs end up without a home because they don't make good pets. So unless you do plenty of research, have a lot of money to spend, and are ready to be committed and willing to give them everything they need, do not get one.
LOL, my very alpha house cat is just here trying to pet the doggos through the screen.
Good kitty coonster
We returned last week from Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center, it was a fabulous tour and very educational.
You make really informative and solid content dispelling many myths perpetuated on the internet... These videos should be watched by more people! I hope you heal soon from the heartbreak... All the best for you 💓
I want to thank you for this video I have had hybrids since I was 12 yes old I have also been with pure blood wolves and I have tried to teach people the things you've talked about in this video so thank you so much for making this video I really appreciate all that you are doing
Some of these tips are common sense even with dogs. Strangers patting on the head and getting up close for a hug and am always wary when kids are around one of my huskies. As he's gone for warning nips before when a young lad wouldn't leave him alone. This is why I'm convinced that a lesson in dog etiquette has to be implemented into the curriculum in primary schools. As for the food in pockets, there has been a number of coats where the insides of pockets where treats are or have been were surgically ripped open.
Hey honey and all followers/fans of sweet Anneka en team/co-animal-lovers, people should have much more respect for each other, for animals and for Mother Nature! I continue to hope for a Eutopia in the future where this will be the case. Mean while, I 'm grateful that there are people like Anneka who shows people how some animals realy are! All respect, sweetie and lots of love from Pinkie
Wolves are capable of detecting certain illnesses before symptoms appear in the victim. I'm willing to bet that 2/3 of the people who had to be removed from tours weren't concealing anything. They were sick and didn't know it yet.
Thank you for this advice. There is no domesticated animal I know of that doesn't retain a little of its wild ancestry, so it's always best to build a relationship rather than assume one. (BTW, I'm sorry to hear about your husband and the pain that you and your son experienced. I'm happy that you found help)
Another excellent episode. Such good advise with common sense respect for the wolf. Sharing this video with my Facebook friends and group.
What a great insight into wolves. Misunderstood fantastic animals 💙
... And here I was thinking about you coming up with a video on how you related to those wolves, and here you are. Love this channel.
The high content wolfdog sounds like my shiba inu 😆, except mini in size
Wonderful, as always! Thank you, for more insightful advice. Can't wait to put it all to good use one day. 💖🐺🐺💖
Thinking of you during this hard time in your life. thank you for all you do. You make a difference.
I just adore your videos anneka. I’ve been obsessed with wolves and dogs since a small boy. and now as a 48 year old I’m going to try and have my first interaction with one for my birthday in June. You’re an absolute star. Keep up the great work 👌🏻
I had a high percentage wolfdog. What I would tell people was to not make eye contact, ignor him and let him come up to you for a sniff. Also present your side and keep your hands to yourself. Also don't use baby talk with him like you would do with a dog. Once he was chill with the person I would advise them to sit down. Your right about the mouth thing once the other pleasantries are out of the way. It's a good sign when they want to lick your mouth and teeth. Oh also if you wear glasses take them off....they are very rough and tumble lol. Currently I have an American Dingo aka Carolina Dog.....she is very doggie inside but has the pushiness of a wolf dog. Tries to dominate by using her body. Outside she is has a very high prey drive and territorial attitude lol. She is a great being. :)
Glad to see and admire such a beautiful,concerning and strongly self expressive woman able to publicly admit we are all a lot more emotionly delicate than appearances may suggest.. guilt and self assessment especially when children are nearly always the main victims. Your to be X will in long run will the one be sobbing with guilt over his actions.. thankful mercies for BetterHelp and companies alike out there xx..Adrian
You made so many excellent points in this video the differences between the breeds. Very eye opening.
I got to do this 11 yrs ago. It is THE MOST exhilirating ineraction with nature bar none. At the rescue where I went, there was a MASSIVE white wolf that was half McKenzie Valley and half Arctic Tundra. She was very friendly but loved to see what was in your pockets. She's been known to rip a person's jeans off to see, LOL. We left her pen before I lost my jeans...
we love all your videos, but especially this one!
I had a wonderful experience with wolves at the Colorado sanctuary. Absolutely amazing and fell in love with them. The male kept coming back to me. I can’t wait to go there again.
Thank you for this video it's amazing keep up this fabulous information ❤❤
Very beautiful video😀✌🏻🐾🐾❤️❤️thanks for sharing Anneka
My pit mix has 5% "wolfiness". People think she is feral when she is hunting for fish in the creek.
Wolfiness is not wolf DNA
@@xxTamisxx - yeah, I know. It's primitive dog DNA
You’re the strongest most glorious kind of woman. ❤❤❤
just saw short on instagram so i came watching 😁 what scares me more right now is abandoned dogs in forest paths, anyway, places where i'm alone. A young pitbull played with my leg, hopefully without really biting it, but since then i'm afraid of dogs anywhere and i have read about people being killed from several dogs while walking in nature, rarely happens but scares a lot, o talk about spain. Bears and wolfs, most savage animals usually will not encounter us if they hear us. Thanks for sharing as always 👍👍👍 and have a wonderful day 😁
These are extremely important lessons if I were to encounter a wolf thank you very much anneka
great info for people like me. I want to adopt a rescue when I am ready to co-parent a dog one day but it is SOOOOO useful to know that low-percentage wolf dogs are not as trainable as I would only want to adopt a breed or mix that was very trainable in order to keep myself and the the dog and my doggo dad co-parent safe and happy. nothing against the less trainable dogs.. Its just SOOO important to home doggos with compatible forever homes. especially since I know ppl nearby who rescue low content wolf-dogs and I had been considering a foster.. but now I am seeing that is not the right path for me. thanks so much for your work.
Love it they are more scared of you then you are of them.. the chosen one you. Thanks
These videos of yours are wonderful. You must have a strong character to establish such relationships with these wonderful animals.
Yes, we can adore animals; yet, we must learn how to approach them effectively. And then we can experience their magic! The wolves are beautiful.🎉 I am wishing you all the best as you go through some challenging times: this too shall pass.❤🎉 I learn so much from your incredible ✨️ stories.
One thing I learned was not to get them access to the inside of your wrists. They smell blood from your veins and start to nip. The most common injury from wolves or exotic cats is being knocked down. Getting in their way is like standing in front of a moving car. Someone I knew had a dog bigger than a wolf and when he turned around to look at something quickly he'd knock you over violently.
Most of what you said in this video is common sense when behaving around wild animals. Thank you for sharing and reminding us of the basics.
What beautiful and intelligent creatures. I could watch them all day! Big hugs to you dear lady and thank you for making such a wonderful video of my favourite creatures.
I loved your content and channel
Ocean looks really good nice to see this video because this information where I learned a lot of stuff about the wolves have a good day
I always love your videos. Being an owner of a wolf hybrid, your videos do explain alot of their behavioral traits.
Thank you for this information! It's great to know what's what I love wolves
I wondered how you got interested in wolves, and became professionally knowledgeable
Would love to greet a wolf, but I'd most definitely wiggle and squeak and I'm 45 and 6ft tall! Amazing creatures, great footage, was sad to see that clip when it appeared someone kicked the wolf though.
Je suis fascinée par les loups 🐺♥️ j'adore les animaux surtout les loups
Vous êtes adorables avec les loups
Anneka thank you very much for sharing this beautiful and very interesting video,i love wolves and i want to go and iteract with them one day. I admire you so much for your professionalism and competence,very compliments Anneka!👏👏👏👏👏🥰🐺🔝
All respect and appreciation, well done, good luck and success every day is more beautiful than the other
Thanks for letting me know about the wolves I learned a lot how is ocean doing I purchased a pillow of you and lume it's beautiful
god bless you and your son,
Thankyou for this amazing video, wolf is my most favourite animal. 🥰
Ils faut que tout les gens arrête de penser que les loups sont féroce. Car les loups peuvent être aussi adorable d'un amour inconditionnel avec les humains ❤
Les Loups sont tres timid. Alors ils ne sont pas aggressive come le chien mais ils peuvent si les persons autour sont aggressive come l'humain.. sont aussie gentile. Ils sont important pour beaucoup de raison! Mon clavier parle en Anglais et pardonner moi s'il te parle en Anglais.. 😅😂😊
Gorgeous video and dog.😊
Very informative video as always. I'm sorry about your divorce. Wish you only the best, wolves will help you too ❤🐺
Talk about airing out her dirty laundry? Geez. She can tame the wolf but not the Wolf man. I can understand completely though that them Spanish women's pull is irresistible. It's been pulling me in crazy directions forever. Even when I know it's crazy at times. Still I'm like. Let's Salsa.
Everyone of these wolves are pretty. They are very smart. Look how they dive at her for kisses and attention. Hell, I would do it also.
Always interesting and important to know in areas or counties where Wolves roam
Really love how informative this is. There are several times that "like you would with your dog." when advising against certain things. The funny thing is while I've never encountered a full blooded wolf I found much of your advice applies to meeting new canines of any kind. The greet by backside sniffing dogs often do instead of face, and social challenges are about the same. I really wish to know if wolves respond the same to "stand firm but show no interest" approach during aggressive greets. Again great video.
Awesome video! I’ve always wanted to see wolves in the wild, maybe one day. Would love to meet one!
Wolves are very smart and even wise animals. They have own laws.🐺
Wolfs are simply amazing and beautiful and have little fear of them. In the wild. They want to be left alone. Coyotes are beautiful as well but I have been stalked many times
Oh yeah, I need more confidence to greet a wild wolf like I need a giant hole in my head!
Great video Anneka, thank you! I LOVE wolves and think they're one of the most misunderstood animals. I would also like to recommend to you H & K, which is a channel about a Harvey, a Husky dog, and a high-content wolfdog named Kane. I think you'll like their channel and I'd love to see you collab in the future if possible.
I'm just wondering what kind of fool he is in order to leave you. He must definitely is top notch 👌.
wow that was pawsome video very informative
Excellent n informative video mam👍👍👏👏👏❤️
hey great video love it xoxo
They have a mind, I've never had trouble, you have to accept they have a mind, bark growling=accept communication... Small successful doings is your best option
You have a wonderful life. Thanks for
Interesting ways to greet wolves
🥰, no biting
Wolves are beautiful!!!
Many good rules and behaviors for people interacting with wolves. The same human behaviors are good when meeting an unknown dog, even if the dog belongs to your friend. We always tell parents their children can approach our dogs AFTER the parents have approached and interacted with our dogs. We also tell kids to offer their fist instead of open hand, because fingers are sausage shaped snacks.
beautiful animal! sorry that happened to you and your son, tell jr to hang in there, things will get better... woman who gave birth to me walked out on both me n dad
Wonderful 👍
Wolf Love ♥
My friend snow only tested me twice in the beginning of our friendship. He nipped at my face. I didn’t feed him for two days twice. The second time he figured it out. If I scare him away I don’t eat. And we became lifelong buddies.
Snow was an all white Artic wolf. Beautiful and tougher than any dog I ever encountered.
This is nuts!
Thanks!🐺
Cheers Animal Watch. Wolves are great! It would be lovely to have them living wild in the UK again but I don't think we have the space with such a huge population living on a small island. They were once a native species in the UK.👍
Such majestic, misunderstood animals.
I’ll stay on my couch, thanks
Oh goodness, my collies, my shepherds and my Catahoula leopard dogs have always done similar stuff, I actually thought most dog owners knew this. I am sorry that I misunderstood this.
so cool
Que bueno que maravilloso todo eso ❤❤❤me alegro por vos ❤😅
My Corgi wishes she was a wolf as she shows a lot of toned down versions of wolf behavior. We call her our little dwarven wolfling!
Cool video guess I will scrap the idea of singing the werwolf’s of London song . Are coyotes the same?
And sasquatch is awesome.
Thanks!
Thankyou 💙
Really geneious baby
Excelent work. How would you compare the problems of a male Akita inu with wolf dogs, or wolfs? Initialy, they look some similar.
Not all Zoos are the same. A number of Zoos in USA are members of AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums). The rules of belonging to the association are intense and strictly enforced. All of the AZA zoos participate in SSP ( special survival plan) breeding program. They have to be on the SSP list and adhere to the rules for preserving genetic diversity. For example Mexican Grey Wolf was practically extinct until participating zoos became involved. Their enclosure mirrors their natural habitat. They have limited interaction with humans, and a number of wolves were released into the wild. Still, they are extremely endangered with maybe around 200 in the wild. All the Mexican Grey Wolves in the various zoos in USA have similar enclosures mirroring their wild habitat. So, to reiterate, not all Zoos are the same. They are crucial in preserving various animal species and they participate in conservation.
5 yrs ago i had a wild wolf come into the trailer countt 1 foot away from me it listen to every word that i was talking to it i was calm to it and itknew it we had eye contact with each other i told it on what i was going to do which i did it slowly with my movements it estchef me do it ad i put my hands together and bow down to it, it knew that i ead praiseing it and leftred nevrr dse it sents
good
Wild😍😍😍
I am so sorry you husband left you and your son. It is one thing to leave a spouse it is another thing to just up and leave a child. The hurt is deep.. I am so sorry you and your son are going through this.
A friend has a wolf dog but it's less than 25% wolf. Bit of a crazy creature. If it knows you well and you sit down it will plonk itself on you and you do not really get a choice. it loves being stroked/scratched between the forelegs. I have taken to wearing toetectors as it will try and steal footwear/socks while you are wearing them. Then it;s off like a rocket out the back door and hides the item somewhere in the 6 acres my friend has. Took my girlfriend over there years ago and one shoe was gone in seconds. It turned up in the woods about 2 years later.
I’m a big fann❤❤❤❤❤ty bc I’d like to meet one ❤❤
Buenas tardes desde Argentina ,mar del plata, felicitaciones!!! Espectacular video👍🐾🐾🐾