Saving Wolfdogs, One Rescue at a Time

At Black Moon Wolfdog Sanctuary, we provide a safe haven for wolfdogs who have been red-tagged, listed for euthanasia, or urgently need rescue. Our mission is to rehabilitate and care for these misunderstood animals, offering them the second chance they deserve.

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Our Purpose

We believe every wolfdog deserves the chance to live free from fear, neglect, and abuse. Black Moon Wolfdog Sanctuary is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and advocating for wolfdogs who would otherwise face uncertain or tragic fates. Our purpose goes beyond just saving lives—it's about restoring dignity and honor to these majestic animals.

We are committed to holistic, trauma-informed care, drawing from the deep bond between humans and animals to help these incredible creatures heal. Your support helps us create a world where wolfdogs are seen, valued, and protected.

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Our Story

Born from a personal journey of healing and resilience, Black Moon Wolfdog Sanctuary began as a vision for providing refuge for animals who, like their human counterparts, have experienced colonial trauma. After years of CPTSD recovery, our founder Metztli felt called to give back by rescuing wolfdogs facing euthanasia or neglect.

Today, the sanctuary is home to 10 wolfdogs and counting, all of whom have their own unique stories of survival. What began as a mission to heal ourselves has expanded into a community-driven movement to save the lives of these incredible animals and change cultural narratives about wolves. We're healing colonial destruction by re-Indigenizing human relationship to wildlife. Ecocentrism and coexistence are at the core of our mission; educating the public about our ecological interdependence with apex predators. We're healing human relationships to the natural world, by teaching that the planet and all living beings are sacred heirlooms we've inherited, not resources to be exploited. This sanctuary is not just about rescue—it's about radical love, revolutionary healing, and transformation for both humans and wolfdogs.

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    Sheba

    Sheba, affectionately known as 'Sheebs,' was rescued from a physically abusive environment at 11 months old. Now a confident adult wolfdog, she brings youthful energy and a unique blend of Gray wolf, German Shepherd and Beagle heritage to the pack. Her distinctive Beagle bass toned howls make her stand out in our pack and endear her as our beloved 'resident Beagle-Wolf.

  • Loki

    Loki, our pack elder, joined the Black Moon pack in March 2023 after a decade with his former family. Once a Houdini-like repeat escape artist, Loki now enjoys the peace of sanctuary life, sharing playful moments with the pack and shadowing his humans. Loki is Sheba's mated companion, and together they enjoy typical wolfdog shenanigans. We’re honored to share his golden years with him.

  • Washakie

    Washakie, our pack's stud-muffin, and affectionate lover boy, arrived with his brother Crazy Horse after a traumatic attack by littermates. Rescued from a backyard breeder, by a loving couple before arriving at Black Moon, Washakie is confident and loves attention from his wolfy and human femmes. He’s a role model big brother, helping Crazy Horse regain confidence and healing after their ordeal.

  • Finn

    Finn, our first rescue at Black Moon, arrived in December 2021 after being surrendered to Soft Paws dog rescue due to owner financial hardship in Illinois, where wolfdogs are "illegal". (No one is illegal on stolen land.) With his wildly wolfy natural attributes, he serves as part of "The Night's Watch" alongside his buddy, Jasmine. Known for his striking heterochromic eyes, big smile, and deep affection for founder- Metztli, Finn is a cherished guardian of the sanctuary.

  • Crazy Horse

    Crazy Horse arrived at Black Moon alongside his brother, Washakie, after a traumatic attack by littermates. Though once shaken, he's regaining his confidence with Washakie's guidance. Crazy Horse is a sweet, gentle soul, slowly healing and thriving in sanctuary life, while enjoying the love and safety of his new pack and humans. Crazy is making new friends with Nova and Kraken, we're hoping he'll like to live amongst one of the ladies someday. He's learning to embrace his strength and spirit once again.

  • Willow

    Willow, also called Winny, and many other nicknames, came to us after a fellow rescuer had to emergency relocate her and Nova. Our Mini-Winny was originally owner surrendered, after living her early years unattended in a goat pen and eventually doing what apex predators do -she ate the goats she was left with. She be tiny but mighty! Our "feral" spirited Willow now enjoys sanctuary and the safety of a forever home that not only accepts, but embraces her for exactly who she is.

  • Nova

    Nova, or Novie, arrived with her now nextdoor neighbor, Willow, from a fellow rescuer in urgent need. This gentle giant weighs over 100lbs and has a larger than life heart to match. Nova is quick to make friends, and hopefully later, housemates with Crazy Horse. Even after being rehomed more than once, she always shares her beaming smile. Nova loves to put a paw on your shoulder in return for pets and affection. We're honored to be her forever home and humans.

  • Jasmine

    Jazzy, our beloved community outreach wolfdog, joined us in January 2022 after being surrendered at 6 years old. She brings joy on weekly town adventures, visiting her friend "Aunty Jen" at the local market, and raising awareness about wolves and wolfdogs to passersby. Known for her playful energy, speedy "zoomies" and signature "jazz hands" trick, Jazzy will soon become an online educator and advocate on our YouTube channel.

  • Kraken

    Kraken, our latest "euth-listed" rescue, came to us from a high-risk shelter after being surrendered by a backyard breeder. At just two years old, she faced a precariously uncertain future. Now, she’s enjoying the sanctuary’s peaceful mountain forest with new wolfdog buddies, like her BFF Finn, getting spoiled during daily 1:1 indoor time with "Mama Wolf" Metztli, and preparing to join the larger wolfdog playgroup for further socialization and healing.

  • Freyja

    Freyja Nymeria, our first rescue and Mētztli's medical service companion, joined us in November 2018 pre-sanctuary. Once neglected, and later surrendered at a kill-shelter, she’s now our celebrated, affectionate sanctuary welcoming committee. Freyja's journey highlights the alarming crisis of rising numbers of Huskies in shelters, and lives lost daily in masse, inspiring our mission to prevent rehoming, breeders, and unnecessary loss of these misunderstood dogs.

  • In Loving Memory of Ahsoka

    Ahsoka lived like a big sister to Freyja, a fellow survivor, kindred spirit and best friend to Metztli. Ahsoka is a cherished pioneering, pre-sanctuary pack member at Black Moon Wolfdog Sanctuary. Her bossy, sassy, sweet and often vocal, spunky-spirit touched our hearts, and her presence remains a guiding light for all that we do. Ahsoka's legacy lives on in our mission to rescue and care for other wolfdogs in need who live with CPTSD, and need sanctuary from abuse.

  • In Loving Memory of Mia

    Mia was a gentle and spirited wolfdog who left a lasting impression on all who met her. She had the best fangy smile, and she could vocalize "hellooo" and "I wuv you". Her presence at the sanctuary was a reminder of resilience, strength, and the power of love. She is survived by her first family, Shandee and her daughters, that love Mia endlessly like we do. Though she has passed, Mia's spirit continues to inspire our work and devotion to the wolfdogs.

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You can make a difference in the lives of wolfdogs in need.

There are several ways to support the sanctuary:

  • Donate: Your tax-deductible donations fund the daily care, medical needs, and housing for our pack.
  • Volunteer: If you're local or taking an extended trip to the area, you can contribute by helping us with building and maintenance, care for the wolfdogs or assist with events.
  • Shop: Check out our online store for eco-friendly spellcraft products. Each purchase supports the sanctuary.
  • Sponsor a Wolfdog: Your monthly sponsorship provides direct care for one of our wolfdogs.
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The Impact of Your Support

Every dollar you donate makes an immediate impact on the lives of wolfdogs in our care. Here’s what your contributions help us achieve:

  • 12 Wolfdogs Saved: With your support, we’ve been able to rescue and rehabilitate 12 wolfdogs from emergency and euthanasia lists.
  • New Containments Built: We've constructed secure, spacious containments that give our wolfdogs the room to roam and feel safe.
  • Medical Care Provided: From emergency vet visits to routine check-ups, we ensure every wolfdog gets the care they need.

Your contributions fuel this important work. Help us continue to grow and save more lives!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do wolfdogs need sanctuaries like Black Moon?

Wolfdogs are often misunderstood, irresponsibly bred and sold, and people are often ill-prepared for or ignorant to their specialty breed needs, leading to them being abandoned, abused, or euthanized. Shelters are not equipped to handle their specific needs, nor legally permitted to rehome wolfdogs, which is why sanctuaries like ours are critical for their survival.

Can I visit your sanctuary?

Not yet. We are working on being setup, licensed and insured to have visitors by appointment only. Subscribe to our email list or Patreon for updates.

Can we adopt your wolfdogs?

We do not rehome our rescues, due to their breed specific specialty needs, their forever home is here with us at the sanctuary.

If you're interested in adopting, we HIGHLY suggest rescuing a husky at your local shelter, or through Husky Halfway House (they deliver all over the US). Huskies will share many of the characteristics that attract people to wolfdogs, without the breed specific risks and specialty care.

Can I surrender my wolfdog to Black Moon Wolfdog Sanctuary?

As a small sanctuary run by 2 people, we intake new rescues on a case-by-case basis, as our current resources will allow.

We suggest:
-Working with an animal behaviorist like Tony Nila, virtually or in person, first. To avoid rehoming.

-Contacting other wolfdog rescues that DO offer rehoming.

-Joining one of the many wolfdog rehoming groups on Facebook, to see if you can find a suitable home. There are lots of people interested in wolfdogs as pets, but please make sure they're in a legal state and are equipped for a wolfdog.

-If you have tried all of these, or your situation is uniquely urgent or a high-risk adoption emergency, contact Mētztli about sanctuary availability and eligibility.

How much wolf are the Black Moon wolfdogs?

As a Black and Indigenous founded and run organization, we do not subscribe to or promote blood quantum politics, for wolves, other animals, or people.

Blood quantum politics are faulty science, and a colonial construct- intrinsically genocidal and ecocidal.

Ours and Mētztli's philosophy is that you can't be part anything, you're a whole being. In our eyes ALL wolfdogs are 100% wolf and 100% dog. IF we are speaking to wolf content as pertains to their needs, we may say "higher or lower content" to help others understand. But we don't subscribe to Hitler's ideology of eugenics, or its false belief that phenotype determines behavior characteristics.

What's the best way to help?

Donations and grants help keep us afloat. Patreon subscriptions help pay our rent. And ALL the proceeds from the Revolutionary Mystic Hoodoo Botánica, readings with Mētztli, and our merch shop- benefit Black Moon Wolfdog Sanctuary.

Following us on social media and sharing us with your community also go a long way!

How are donations used?

100% of your donation goes directly to the care, housing, and medical needs of the wolfdogs.