Wolf Haven International

Since 1982, Wolf Haven International has rescued and provided a lifetime home to over 325 displaced, captive-born wolves, wolfdogs, and coyotes.

Mission

Wolf Haven's mission is to "conserve and protect wolves and their habitat."

About Wolf Haven

Wolf Haven works to uphold this mission by providing sanctuary for captive-born wolves and wolfdogs; offering a variety of educational presentations about the value of all wildlife; promoting wolf restoration; and protecting remaining wild wolves and their habitat.

As one of only two wolf sanctuaries accredited by the American Sanctuary Association (ASA) and the only wolf sanctuary in the world accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), we maintain the highest standards of animal care. In 2024, we were selected to receive the GFAS Outstanding Wildlife Sanctuary Award from over 200 GFAS-certified sanctuaries worldwide.

Your Impact 

Every donation you make helps provide essential care for the wolves in our sanctuaries. Your generosity ensures they have the food, medical care, enrichment, and safe spaces they need to thrive. It also supports our programs for education, conservation, and habitat restoration efforts.

Photo: A wolf/wolfdog pair on an off-exhibit enclosure at Wolf Haven. Credit: Annie Marie Musselman

Give Wolves a Second Chance

Wolf Haven’s Tenino, WA sanctuary is home to 41 wolves, wolfdogs, and coyotes. An additional 16 wolves reside at our McCleery Ranch sanctuary in Montana. These animals often come from private ownership, zoos, roadside attractions, or other unfortunate situations.

With your support, Wolf Haven provides them with:

• Exceptional care: Progressive medical treatment, quality food, and enrichment.
• Safe, natural habitats: Room to roam in a secure and spacious environment.
• Solitude: Animal care staff monitor health and well-being through remote camera systems.
• Same species companionship: Wolves and wolfdogs are paired together to create natural social environments.

Protect Wild Wolves Photo: American Red wolf M2191 (Finch), who was successfully released from Wolf Haven into the wild in 2024.  Credit: Gelane Clements.

As a member of the Washington Wolf Advisory Group (WAG), Wolf Haven collaborates with ranchers, environmental groups, and government officials to advise on the state’s Wolf Conservation and Management Plan as wild wolves naturally recolonize the area.

Wolf Haven also participates in federally managed Saving Animals From Extinction (SAFE) programs designed to ensure the continued health and survival of two endangered wolf species: the American Red wolf and the Mexican wolf. 

As a SAFE facility, 10 litters of Mexican wolves and five litters of American Red wolves have been born at Wolf Haven. Three packs (22 wolves) of Mexican wolves and two American Red wolves from our sanctuary have been released into the wild since 1998.

Inspire Future Conservationists Photo: Volunteer leads a classroom visit at Wolf Haven.

Every year, over 12,000 people connect with Wolf Haven’s staff and volunteers for educational experiences in both English and Spanish. 

Through these programs, participants learn about wolves, prairie habitats, and the crucial role of apex predators in maintaining healthy ecosystems. Wolf Haven also offers remote interactive presentations that reach communities as far as New Zealand and Japan, and has partnered with over 40 schools and 60 community organizations across Washington state.

We aim to create global conversations on conservation while fostering a balanced, inclusive dialogue that meets Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

Preserve Rare Ecosystems

Photo: Camas in bloom on Wolf Haven’s prairie. Credit: Jessica Pellington

Wolf Haven's conservation efforts also extend to 36 acres of rare Mima mound prairie, 8 acres of Garry oak/conifer woodlands, and 8½ acres of wetlands at our Tenino sanctuary. Prairies are one of the rarest ecosystems in Washington and over 90% of highly threatened prairie land has already been lost to development and agriculture.

Through ongoing restoration efforts, 190 plant species have been identified on Wolf Haven's prairie, and over 330 Mazama pocket gophers have been relocated to our Mima mounds. Our prairie is also home to over 50 bird species, and we’re actively working toward reintroduction of the endangered Taylor’s checkerspot butterfly to further enhance the biodiversity of this critical ecosystem.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Your donation is more than just a gift — it’s a chance to make a difference. With your help, we can continue to protect and care for wolves, advocate for their conservation, and restore essential ecosystems.

• $25: Preventative medicine for one wolf for one month
• $50: Care and maintenance items (buckets, pails, shovels etc.) 
• $100: Enrichment items for all the sanctuary residents
• $150: One month's worth of food for one wolf
  

Donate today and help give wolves a better tomorrow!