My name is Olowan. It is a native American word that means "song" or "hymn". But my beloved friend and companion - Matt - mostly called me Baby Girl. It came as shock to learn that he was no longer able to keep me. His reasons were very valid, and I tried to understand. The day came and I was put into a very large cage, and then in the back of his truck. If you do not believe a wolf can cry tears, then you have never been with one who is grieving. We arrived at our destination, and to my surprise, I found many others already settled there. One in particular was jumping up and down with excitement.
Matt climbed into the cage with me, and I could feel his grief too. Rather to my surprise, another human crawled in too. She sat,quite still close by the door. Slowly she edged closer, and I could sense her love, and lack of fear. She gently spoke to me, using my special name that I thought only Matt knew - Baby Girl. The new human put her hand in that of Matt, and together they stroked me. I knew I had arrived at my new home.
All the wolves were calling out to me, but one in particular. One was leaping about with sheer delight, and I knew he was destined to be my new companion, with whom I would share an enclosure, similar to the one in which I had previously lived. I have never been trained to a leash, but Matt carried me in his arms, accompanied by my new human friend, whom he called 'Jean'. There were other humans too, and I sensed that they were all here to welcome me to my new home. I was nervous, and they seemed to understand, they did not try to touch me, just radiated their love. Of course it is not the same, but I know my beloved Matt did his very best, and that he will always have a place in his heart for me, as will I for him.
My new friend is called Luke. He is friendly and welcomed me to my new home that we would share. We have a nice little wood house, with room for us both. and a large enclosure. There is even a bath. There are other wolf neighbors around us, and I am getting to know them. Jean comes early every morning and I am happy to take snacks from her. Our main meal is served about 3p.m. and I meet new human friends, including the ones who were here to welcome me when I arrived. This is a GOOD place to be. I already feel loved and wanted. Come and see me, though at present I still tend to be rather nervous of humans, and slightly puzzled by so many other wolf companions. They are teaching me to sing! It will take time for me to adjust, but I know I am loved ... and safe. Olowan/ Baby Girl.
