DOB: Spring 2003
FCZS: 4/03
Sex: Female
Weight: 25 lbs.

Coyotes are one type of wildlife that adapt easily to many different habitats and living situations. They are known to be clever and intelligent survivors in a world where habitat loss has negatively impacted many species. Iris is an example of this, having been separated from her family while just a pup. Making the best of a bad situation, Iris was discovered curled up in a doghouse with the family’s dog near Reno, Nevada.

DOB: unknown
FCZS: unknown
Sex: Female
Weight: 25 lbs.

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DOB: 3/23/01
FCZS: 5/4/01
Sex: Female
Weight: 13 lbs.

Fern has the multicolors of tan, white and black markings found in red foxes. A shorter white tip on her tail distinguishes Fern from brother Forrest who is similarly colored. Behavior is another way zookeepers are able to identify individual animals. For example, Fern is really good at hiding under shrubs, sitting quietly while someone calls her name.

DOB: 3/23/01
FCZS: 5/4/01
Sex: Male
Weight: 18 lbs.

Forrest looks very similar to his sister Fern. If visitors can compare the white tail tips they will see that his is slightly longer. His quick and agile movements however, can make comparisons difficult. Another similarity that foxes have is of an olfactory variety. Visitors often mistake the rather pungent odor around the fox exhibit as that of a skunk. It is in fact fox urine, used for marking territory and during mating periods.

DOB: 3/23/01
FCZS: 5/4/01
Sex: Female
Weight: 11 lbs.

Isabella is easy to identify with the darkest coloration of any of the group. She is also easy for keepers to identify as she is the most difficult to “lock up”. Locking up is when the foxes go to individual areas where they are fed. This routine not only assures each animal a fair share of food, but also makes it easier to observe any health issues. Often an animal must be brought in for medical evaluation and having a normal routine of confinement makes it much less stressful.

DOB: 3/23/01
FCZS: 5/4/01
Sex: Male
Weight: 18 lbs

In the wild, red foxes tunnel underground to provide safety for their litters. Jasper can often be found tucked inside one of the culvert tunnels in his exhibit. Just like his wild cousins though, he can also be found sleeping on the ground or climbing up on something high. Jasper is the lightest colored of the four siblings.

DOB: 7/2/07
FCZS: 11/13/07
Sex: Female
Weight: 68 lbs.

Annie came to FCZS after a leg injury prevented her sale. She is distinguished by her shorter coat and slightly darker, cream color (compared to the other guard dogs). There is no denying her puppy enthusiasm as she can often be seen racing around the pasture—sometimes chasing other pasture residents. She has especially taken to draft horse Gus, who can be seen grooming her head as she blissfully sits enjoying the attention. Younger guard dog Cheyenne is also a favorite playmate. The only ones who are not thrilled with Annie are the free-range chickens and peafowl. Several have not survived her “attention”. She is receiving lessons in guard dog etiquette and seems to be a quick study

DOB: 5/10/04
FCZS: 12/04
Sex: Female
Weight: 107 lbs.

Newcomer Cheyenne is part of the security detail at Folsom. Bred to guard cattle, she seemed to be a somewhat reluctant student. She preferred to stay with the children in the family and would be found on the porch waiting their return from school instead of at her post with the cattle. Though relieved of her duties in the cattle industry, her original owner felt she would most likely develop these skills, if given enough time. Guarding is such an instinctual part of the Great Pyrenees breed that Cheyenne will no doubt pick it up soon enough. Her colleague Harrison’s mentoring will help develop her talents as well.

DOB: unknown
FCZS: 12/09
Sex: Female
Weight: unknown

Kya was slated to be euthanized at the shelter. They brought her over in mid December for a meet and greet with Lincoln and they got along very well. So, we’re accepting her. She is spayed and current on her vaccines. She is described as part wolf with definitely some Malamute or Husky. Kya is an escape artist extraordinaire, but generally anxious, bored, and lonely. Lucky she is generally friendly towards people.

DOB: January 2001
FCZS: 6/22/01
Sex: Male
Weight: 97 lbs.

Looking very much like a German shepherd, Lincoln is really a dog and wolf hybrid. As with many of these animals his wild side, with its inherent destructive and aggressive behaviors, became more evident with age. These differences finally resulted in his being given up to the SPCA in Roseville. Luckily, Lincoln found his way to the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary where he will be able live happily with all his unique qualities.

DOB: 4/26/04
FCZS: 6/7/04
Sex: Male
Weight: 97 lbs.

Joshua started life in the entertainment industry. Breeders providing animals for show business had several “accidental” litters producing unwanted pups. Even when such animals are required for filming they become unwanted when no longer needed. Wolves do not make good pets and end up with very few options.

A noticeable under bite distinguishes Joshua within the pack.

DOB: 5/1/04
FCZS: 6/7/04
Sex: Male
Weight: 92 lbs.

Being adopted into the existing wolf pack at FCZS was easy for Yucca and fellow pup Joshua. After careful introductions to the other wolves these two pups started getting the attention and care wolf puppies would get in their own biological families. While some members of the pack hunt, pups are watched over by older relatives. When returning, partially digested food is regurgitated to provide meals for the hungry little ones. Redbud was a particularly easy mark for getting these extra servings.