Wolf Sanctuary Suffers Major Damage from Storm

The recent heavy snowfall and subsequent freezing temperatures caused major damage at Wolf Haven International, a wolf sanctuary located in Tenino, WA, just south of Olympia.
The ice made tree limbs break throughout the 82 acre property, sending wolves scurrying as they dodged falling branches. Nearly every one of the 27 wolf enclosures suffered major fencing damage. The sanctuary needs funds immediately to help repair fences and get critical tree work done.

Animal care staff worked tirelessly around the clock throughout the storm. In addition to normal rounds, they removed snow from deck pens, cleared fallen debris from enclosures and constantly checked to make sure each of the 50 animals living there was alive and unharmed. Miraculously, no wolves or people were hurt during the storm.

In this video, two animal care staff walk through and assess the extent of the damage.

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[Finnderella2001]

That is so sad. I am happy that the wolves are OK. How long do you think it will be to clear it out?

[wolfhavenWA]

@Finnderella2001 We aren't sure, but we're estimating at least two months. Although the damage was great, we're grateful that it was only property and not our beloved wolves (or animal care staff!). Thanks for the kind words.

[merrycalliope]

I "liked" this to help raise awareness. Obviously, the damage is terrible! I'm so glad the wolves survived OK! Folks from outside the state should keep in mind this weather isn't typical for the Northwest so trees get majorly "pruned" by nature in these cases.

[wolfhavenWA]

@merrycalliope thanks for your message - that's true, we're not used to a powerhouse storm like the one we just had that combined heavy snow, freezing temps, rain, and wind. Appreciate your thoughts.

[Finnderella2001]

@wolfhavenWA I glad you are okay. I am so sorry of what happened to wolf haven.