Maraya means "Admired" or "Mirror" . In early summer of 2010, Shy Wolf Sanctuary was able to provide a home to four, 3-week old pure wolf puppies who were “accidentally” born at another facility.  We gladly welcomed Misun (the only male) , Maraya (the only black one), Chatima and Namid.  When the pups were about 3 months old they contracted an unknown condition which put their lives in jeopardy.  After a lengthy stay at the animal hospital, blood transfusions, and many vet bills, they emerged as happy, friendly pups that couldn’t get enough attention from our volunteers.
In the beginning they lived in our spacious isolation enclosure but after some time passed, and they grew bigger, we found it increasingly difficult to visit them. 

They literally very lovingly “attacked” anyone who entered the area. It was quite a site to see all four pups showering you with hugs and kisses.  It was at this time we decided they needed adult supervision to calm them down.  They were split in pairs and placed with adult wolves and wolfdogs that have done a great job in teaching the youngsters how to live as wolves in captivity.
It is at this time we are starting to see different personalities emerge.  They are taking on some of the characteristics of their adoptive “parents”.  They have all become a bit cautious, a typical wolf trait, but Maraya has maintained a curious, but friendly disposition and will roll over at any time for a good tummy rub.  She lives with her “parents”, Coosa and Saia and her brother Misun.  Maraya has been an exceptional ambassador at events and loves posing for pictures with people, especially kids.

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