Love is rare. So are wolves.
Looking for a unique way to say "I love you" to that special person? Hoping to find a gift that represents how they bring out your animalistic side? Sponsor one of our endangered mating pairs for a wildly romantic present!
The WCC is fortunate to have five potential breeding pairs this season – three red wolf pairs and two Mexican gray wolf pairs. Unbeknownst to these hopeful lovers, the fate of their endangered species rests on their shoulders. Both species were at one point extinct in the wild but through careful recovery planning, controlled releases, and the support of individuals like you, their populations have grown. We’re hoping this season will be especially exciting with numerous mating ties and we want YOU to join in the fun! Make it a threesome!
Each potential breeding pair, just like every human breeding pair, has a unique relationship – there are veteran parents, newlyweds, etc. – and each pair can be sponsored for Valentine’s Day for $25! Recipients will receive an eCard featuring photos of the breeding pair, a digital certificate, and an email this spring with updates as to how mating season progressed.
Tell someone you want to get wild with them!
WCC Bonded Pairs
Red Wolves Mac and Ginger
Red Wolves Mac and Ginger are approaching their second breeding season together and we’re hopeful that it’s truly the season of love. The duo have built a solid friendship and if the timing is right, we think that friendship could blossom into romance. Not every pairing is “love at first sight” – sometimes it’s “love after getting to know you,” which is just as wonderful.
Mexican Gray Wolves Ripley and Betty
Mexican gray wolves Ripley and Betty are our newest pairing, but we’re hopeful that breeding season will ignite a spark between the two. Although Ripley is not able to father children of his own (he had a vasectomy last year), the artificial insemination of Betty could allow him to show off his parenting skills. After all, you don’t need to be a biological parent to be the BEST parent!
Mexican Gray Wolves Lighthawk and Trumpet
Mexican gray wolves Lighthawk and Trumpet are stellar parents to their five children that still “live at home” and we're hoping they'll welcome additional pups this spring! The tightly bonded duo has welcomed five litters since 2018 – could this year see them welcome their 6th? Paws crossed that their pup-making prowess continues and they’ll increase not only their family size, but the entire Mexican wolf population.
Red Wolves Jacques and Caroline
Red Wolves Jacques and Caroline are one of the newest pairings at the WCC but their bond reminds us that love can happen at first sight – or sniff! After a gradual introductory period, these two have taken to cohabitation seamlessly. They can often be spotted sleeping near each other and we’re hopeful that they’ll do a bit more than sleep this breeding season.
Any pups born to this duo would make them first-time parents so they could be in for quite an adventure, but at least it will be an adventure filled with love!
Red Wolves Adeyha and Oak
New parents Oak and Adeyha are raising five kids this breeding season but we’re hoping they’ll be able to sneak away for some alone time – those kids could use some siblings!
This Red Wolf duo welcomed five children last spring and while we’re sure they’re exhausted by their energetic pups, we also know they feel deep love and loyalty for one another. They’re dealing with this new phase of life together and we know they’ll welcome any new additions with grace and joy. After all, wolves make the best parents!
