Wolf Haven International

Wolf Haven has a fresh new look 👀 for the past 44 years, we've grown tremendously. Today, we're excited to share a full rebrand that represents the vibrant nature of Wolf Haven’s sanctuary residents, as well as the grounded & earthy qualities of the work we accomplish together

Happy Howl-o-ween🎃! Rutledge Family Farm generously donated a harvest of pumpkins, and our wonderful friends at EcoNet stuffed them full of delicious goodies! It was such a treat watching our sanctuary residents dive in and enjoy their spooky enrichment. 📸 by Gelane Clements.

Wolfdog Layla has a real knack for digging dens in less-than-ideal locations. Though the animal care team has had to collapse many of her underground projects for her safety, we’re happy to report that her newest den is both beautiful and completely safe! #behindthescenes

Enjoy this clip of McCleery wolf Tess trotting off to her safe spot with a massive elk leg bone, generously donated by local hunters! We are so grateful for our thoughtful community partners who make treats like this possible. 💚 #mccleerywolves #enrichment #wolfhaven

While most of our residents ignore the trail cams we use to monitor their health and behavior, wolfdog Mesa is quick to notice even the smallest change to his environment. In this clip, Mesa and his companion, gray wolf Sierra, can be seen inspecting this camera right away!

As Wolf Awareness Week comes to a close, we’re also honoring National Estate Planning Awareness Week 🐺! Leave a lasting legacy for wolves today by visiting wolfhaven.org/plannedgiving/. _ Pictured is male Mexican wolf M1630 (Darko) by Gelane Clements.

It’s Wolf Awareness Week 🐺! As of 2026, the endangered Mexican wolf (Canis lupus baileyi) population is growing, with 319 in the US wild and 380 in captive breeding programs. For more information on Wolf Haven's role in their recovery, visit wolfhaven.org/conservation/s….

Native to the Southeast, the American Red Wolf is America’s native wolf—with around 330 existing currently. This week, we highlight the efforts made to restore their wild populations! 🔗 fws.gov/project/red-wolf-rec… 📷 F1945 (Nash), M2213 (Chester) & M2403 (Ghost) by Gelane Clements.

Celebrate Wolf Awareness Week with brand-new Wolf Haven merch! Show your support with apparel featuring our newly unveiled logo, our freshly released 2027 annual calendar, and more. Plus, stay tuned for exciting new merch drops this November, including more colors and designs! 👀

It’s Wolf Awareness Week 🐺! Today, we are highlighting the historic McCleery wolves, whose legacy dates all the way back to the 1920s. For more information on the history of the McCleery wolves, visit our updated webpage and new StoryMap: wolfhaven.org/sanctuary/mccl…

Today kicks off Wolf Awareness Week 🐺! Every year, organizations, conservationists, educators, and wildlife advocates around the world celebrate the importance of wolves as keystone species. We hope you will join Wolf Haven in celebrating this incredible species all week long!

As fall settles in, elk begin moving with the changing seasons. Bulls become more active as the breeding competition kicks up, and large herds gather to travel across the McCleery Ranch landscape. Sound UP to hear the cow elk mews and bull elk bugles! 🔈

Wolf Haven’s Executive Director, Geoff Willard, was recently featured on Talk Thurston to Me, presented by Experience Olympia and Beyond! ▶️ To watch the full interview and explore their channel, click the link below: youtube.com/watch?v=ew3TCptt…

There’s nothing better than watching our residents enjoy the calm of their surroundings. Male Mexican wolf Hodari (M1458) reminds us why dedicated sanctuary care matters, especially for critically endangered species like the Mexican wolf. #wolfhaven #tenino #endangeredspecies

Today, on Indigenous Peoples' Day, we honor the Indigenous nations whose ancestral lands our sanctuaries call home. As an organization dedicated to sanctuary and conservation, we commit to honoring that legacy by stewarding this land with respect and care for many generations.

We are so thrilled to team up with best-selling eco-fantasy author Mina West on this unique initiative to raise vital support and awareness for wolf conservation! For full details and to enter your submission, please visit RavensEchoWriting.com 💚🐺

✨ We're hiring! ✨ Wolf Haven International is seeking a full-time Facilities Manager to join our team in Tenino, Washington. If you're interested or know someone who would like to be considered, head to wolfhaven.org/employment to read the complete job description & apply 🐺

A huge thank you to our volunteers for preparing some tasty enrichment treats! Biodegradable paper bags filled with goodies were topped with sardines and bison tripe, ensuring named bags went to their specific resident. Our SAFE animals received bison tripe and elk bones instead!

Rest periods at our Tenino sanctuary provide a unique sneak peek into wolf social structures. As this family group of Mexican wolf brothers demonstrates, downtime often shifts into gentle play, where even small interactions help reinforce trust and strengthen bonds. 💚 #wolfhaven

This male pronghorn (Antilocapra americana) can be seen making the most of our native grasses. We hope to continue providing high quality habitat for the many local ungulate species! 🌿 🐾 #mccleerymonday #wolfhaven #pronghorn

Today we honor the legacy of Mexican wolf M1066 Moss (2007-2022). After years as a dedicated father to his 2015 litter with F1099 (Betty), he enjoyed a peaceful Wolf Haven retirement under the firs with F1341 (Sedona). He holds a special place in our hearts and is dearly missed💚