I would love to visit the wild dogs and see them close up on a trip to South Africa. Would this be possible?

Thank you for your site,I would like to put this on my "STOP TRADE OF AFRICAN WILD DOG" ENDANGERED SPECIES facebook page.

What got me started was education. I didn't like the fact that they were taking dogs from Africa and selling them to Zoos, especially in China where they live in a very small space.

Thank you for compiling this website. I have loved these dogs since I read the book "Solo" by Hugo Van Lawick in the 70's.

Very nice site! Our organisation is called Wildlife ACT and we do work with endangered animals in the Zululand area, including Wild Dogs via volunteer involvement. It would be great if we can list our non-profit fund on your site. have a look at www.wildlifeact.com and click on the fund section. Thanks!

I hope your project is continuing to make a difference to the AWDs in Africa.
When I see that they have a high mortality rate as far as puppies, I do wonder if it would ever be possible to rescue an at-risk puppy and allow someone like me to raise it in a safe environment?

Hey there. I'm currently studying nature conservation and besides being in love with wildlife I have a love for wild dogs. Is there anyone who knows of anywhere I can volunteer?? Thanks :)

Well, I’m a student. I'm 17 years old and have been in love with wildlife since i was old enough to understand what it was. Being a student i have no real source of income. Anyone got any suggestions about how I can contribute? I am also going to study wildlife when I leave for university.

Are there any wild dog projects tied to a US non-profit? It would greatly aid my cause if I were able to find a US tax exempt group with 501 C3 status for purposes of supporting the wild dogs.

Bless the African Wild Dogs and the people who help save them!

I found your website and the wonderful job that you are doing to save these guys.
I was wondering if you had a book, calendar or DVD on these guys to learn more about them.
Thanks.

I can only say what wondrous and fabulous animals African wild dogs truly are. The pleasure I get from just watching them interact with one another. They are beyond a shadow of doubt in my mind truly magnificent. Everyone, everywhere should support this cause. Save the wild dog without question. These wild dogs are what legends are made from.

These are one of natures most wonderful creations, in calling them painted dogs we could be no more correct for these animals are a work of art. Not only are the wonderfully designed but they are interdependent and loving as a pack. They don’t deserve to be slaughtered to be cut down one by one. Are we not the ones who have been welcomed into their home? Are we not the intruders, killing the dwindling wildlife that is so entwined, so dependent upon each other? So is it not our job to pick them back up and help them take back their home, take back their lives, and the lives of all the painted wild dogs to come?

the first time I saw these creature in Hwange Game reserve I was bowled over-I fell in love and get upset at the way they are killed!!
they are so stunning..I was overwhelmed and since then have wanted to know more.....

I love all kinds of dogs, The African wilddogs are beautiful, I hope to learn a lot more about them, anyone know if there are specific DVDs about them?

My wife and I just returned from a safari in Kenya. I saw a pack of four dogs. One had a collar and walked with a limp. I can send you pictures if you like. Truly an amazing dog.

Hi! My friend's hubby picked a puppy up off the side of a TVL freeway 9yrs ago. It looked awful, but they loved and nurtured this ugly creature none-the-less. "Deadly" turned out to be the most amazing dog and pet ever! His vet confirmed definite Border Collie characteristics, but still can't determine the 'mix'. Deadly has many 'freckles' as do many Wild Dogs, but unlike thoroughbred Border Collies, so I'd love to know how one can accurately determine his 'genetics'. Does a Wild Dog DNA exist? Can we have a blood specimen sent somewhere? Can anyone advise?
@nnie / Durban

Does anyone know if an adoption program exists in the United States to raise viable breeding pairs or packs? If so, anyone know how one becomes involved?

Thanks.

Greetings,

Having been there last November, I only recently returned from another trip to Kwando Lagoon, Northern Botswana - but this time there were 12 pups! On a daily basis for almost one week, we would sit for hours beside the den and never got tired watching them playing around [and I got a few nice shots as well]. One simply *must* love these little fellows although it gets too easy to forget how few of them will probably survive . . .

BTW, after my return, with some difficulty I got a second-hand copy of Tico's beautiful book and I also started to read ‘Creel & Creel’.

And, while a bit OT - when you are there, don't miss out on the "Elephant Walk" at Stanley's in the Okavango. Wild dogs and elephants - what an experience...

Cheers,
Oskar

I am trying to determine which is the best Park to get glimpses of the Wild Dogs. Each site seems different, Selous in Tanzania, Kruger in South Africa, anyone any ideas? I would like to be able to watch them for at least a couple of days. Also when is the best time of year to go? Can anyone help?

I hope to start my own project looking for painted dogs and need support. Have seen them in Kruger and Zimbabwe and hope to do my bit to help conserve them.

Just want to say that they are my favourite animal. After having seen them at the Safari Park chasing after a cars exhaust, I instantly fell in love with them. Have gone back there to see them again, though I had to wait around 4 hours for them to be allowed out. Also saw them in Tunisias Frigura Safari Park, but i could only just about see them : (

I want to go to Uni to do Animal Conservation Science, but I also wanna travel. I would love to see them in their natural habitat.

Matt

Hello! I'm interested in joining a field research project on african wild dogs. Any availability you know of? Thanks for spreading the word about AWD!

I am in high school and have decided to do my giant research project on them! I live close to Woodland Park Zoo, and I love to watch them run around, and sleep on each other. They get along so well!

African wild dogs are, while right next to degus and Amur tigers, my favorite animals. One of my goals in life is to see them in person. I'm only sixteen, so I have quite some time to reach that goal. They are beautiful creatures, and what you are doing is great.

The wild dogs have meant something special to me for 35 years. In November 2007 I had the great luck to see them in Kruger national park - not once but twice in four days. Two different packs. I cried with happiness. It was almost the same lovely feeling as giving birth. These are the most fascinating creatures I know!

I would just like to say that these are the most amazing animals ever and that they deserve a chance :)
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I have always been a 'dog' person but since I discovered african wild dogs, I've gone crazy for them. I'm so interested I surf the net everyday for new information on them. I am also planning a visit to Africa in search of these wonderful canines!

I would just like to say what you are doing is an amazing and wonderful thing. I absolutely adore wild dogs and this conservation is a truly excellent way to ensure the survival of the species. I haven't seen wild dogs in the flesh yet, but I am planning a vist in the future. Many regards xx

Wild dogs are, for sure, my favorite species. I've never been to Africa, but I'm planning to go in a safari soon, just to try to see the dogs. I just want to congratulate everybody that's working hard to save this wonderful animal from disappearing. Great job guys!

In a few months I am starting a book about African Wild Dogs, inspired by the best selling saga Warriors by Erin Hunter.

When I went to south Africa in October I told my husband and my friends that I didn't care about the lions or any other animals. I only wanted to see the wild dogs... People said that I could forget about it. They were so rare that the chance almost didn't exist. But....
I was so lucky; 27th of November we saw a pack of 14 dogs (maybe one more or less) just a little bit in on the road to Skukuza airport. Wonderful!!!
29th of November we saw another pack of seven dogs near the junction of road S26 and 102. I couldn't believe my eyes. We were so lucky to see them twice in four days in Kruger.

The Endangered Wildlife Trust is asking for the help of visitors to the Kruger National Park in South Africa between now and the end of November 2007. Read more on the EWT web site >>

Hi. I visited South Luangwa just a couple of weeks ago (end June 07 ) with my family, staying at Flatdogs Camp. We were very lucky in seeing a small pack of wild dogs a couple of days apart and I filmed them on both occasions. We came across them immediately after a kill. Good luck to everyone working for the wild dog, fascinating animal, I hope to come out and film them again.

I like the wildlife in Africa and Kenya in particular, to the extent of doing a BSc in Wildlife Management. However, I have been looking for a job, but to no avail. Anyone out there go some advice?

I love the african wild dog. When I grow up I want to live in africa and be a vet. I am 10. I know the african wild dog lives for 10 years and when the female has a puppy the males can't leave the group.

Just would like to thank you for great site - good work, it's really useful!

I have been to South Africa last year and wild dogs are indeed very rare. I plan an expedition to Namibia and Botswana this autumn where we would like photograph african wild dogs. I admire these amazing animals, they are great and deserve to survive.