There have been concerns of late as to increased numbers of wolves and other predators in ranching areas of Alberta. Whether wolf numbers are increasing or not, here are some ways to protect your livestock through prevention. Studies have shown that shooting wolves indiscriminately can cause more problems for ranchers and in the long run […] Read more
Stories by Sadie Parr
Wolf bounty not the answer to losses
Bounties on problem predators may create unanticipated problems, says Sadie Parr of Golden, B.C. A decision was recently made by the council of the Municipal District of Big Lakes (the area around High Prairie, Alta.) to place a $300 bounty on wolves. Is this decision representative of the local community? Biologists are against the decision. […] Read more
