Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation facilities serve as sanctuaries for sick, injured, orphaned or unwelcome painted wolves, before they can rejoin their pack or be reintroduced to a safe area.

Such centres can provide safe havens for:

• Recovery from snare injuries and road accidents;
• Treatment for diseases such as rabies and canine distemper;
• Rehabilitation from the illegal wildlife trade;
• Temporary shelter and protection for painted wolves being moved away from areas of high conflict with local farmers;

Professional rehabilitation facilities, with minimal handling policies, and a focus on reintroduction, are absolutely critical to the survival of this endangered species.