Wolf escape reignites Vancouver Humane Society calls to end captivity of animals at zoos
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This week's escape of two wolves from the Greater Vancouver Zoo reignited calls from the Vancouver Humane Society to end the captivity of animals in zoos.
This week's escape of two wolves from the Greater Vancouver Zoo reignited calls from the Vancouver Humane Society to end the captivity of animals in zoos.
The zoo has been closed down since Tuesday morning, when staff discovered wolves outside their enclosure. Officials said the facility's perimeter fence had been cut, leading them to believe the animals were released intentionally. An RCMP investigation is underway.
Two animals fled the property. One wolf named Chia was found dead on the side of the road on 264th Street; it’s believed she was hit by a car. The second wolf, a one-year-old named Tempest, was found Friday morning.
In a statement, zoo officials said Tempest was "back with her family" and the public will be able to see her when the zoo reopens on Saturday.
“We are so grateful for this positive outcome for Tempest but are still processing the loss of Chia,” the statement said.
The Vancouver Humane Society used the event to renew calls for an end to keeping wild animals in zoos.
“Obviously, this is a really devastating situation,” said Chantelle Archambault with the society.
