In 2019 we rescued four gray wolves from a zoo in Quebec that was being investigated for cruelty and neglect of their animals. We called them the Northerners. When they arrived, they were in rough shape – they were malnourished and had parasites, but the biggest concern was their mental state. They were clearly traumatized. […]
Category Archives: Gone but Not Forgotten
When caring for such strong and independent beings it is hard to imagine that they will not be with us throughout our lives. Yet time moves all too quickly and sadly we cannot be with those we care for forever. Our dear Ginny passed away from us on September 14, 2022. Ginny was so vivacious […]
The Big Pack was a wonder to behold. This large and boisterous family touched the hearts of all who visited the wolves of Speedwell for the last few decades. They may have been a rowdy bunch and at times could be volatile, but amongst the many personalities of each family member Lincoln was truly the […]
For many years those who visited the Wolves of Speedwell were enamored and awed by the Big Pack. This boisterous family was front and center for the tours and the unique personalities of each individual family member often lingered in the memories of those who had the chance to meet them, even once. Among the […]
Through the years, many wolves and wolf-dogs have called the sanctuary home. Some are very shy, others may grow to trust us in time, and then there are a few who open their hearts from the very beginning and share the honor of their friendship with us throughout their lives. Jasper was one such soul. […]
Though loss is always painful, the sadness is felt all the more deeply when we must say goodbye to such a bright and loving soul. We were only graced with his presence for a little over a year, but in that time Sullivan Ryuk touched our hearts deeply and will forever be one of Speedwell’s […]
Some stories end before their time, and these are often filled with heartbreak. So it was when the sorrowful day came to bid farewell to a joyous, playful, and loving member of the Speedwell Family – Downingtown Dozer. Downingtown Dozer, or D. Dozer for short, came to the sanctuary just under 5 years ago. His […]
Speedwell is home to many different individuals, all with unique personalities and characters. One pack perhaps above the rest captured the hearts of all who came across their path – the Big Pack. Born at the sanctuary, this large and rowdy family always stole the show on tour, and memorable among them were the sisters: […]
Some souls are with us for a long journey, others for a very short one, though we always hope that it can be longer. None of it is fair or just yet we remain with an emptiness that we cannot quite reconcile. Our sweet Bodhi left us far too young and far too soon. Bodhi […]
Our grief hung heavy in April 2021 as we lost several members of the Speedwell Family. Each had their own unique spark of life that touched our hearts and made their passing all the more difficult to bear. So too it was with the passing of a bright and happy soul who brought a smile […]