What Wolves Are Teaching Us—and What We Could Lose

H.R. 845, misleadingly named the “Pet and Livestock Protection Act,” would strip federal protections from gray wolves across the lower 48 states and block judicial review. The bill has passed the House and now sits in the Senate.

While it awaits action in the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, we must be ready for a full Senate vote. If this bill becomes law, wolf management will be left to the states, where too often decisions are driven by special interests, not conservation. 

Wisconsin is already preparing. Although federal protections remain in place, new hunting rules effective November 1, 2025, establish the framework for an emergency wolf hunt if those protections are removed.

Wildlife management decisions are best guided by professional scientists and sound data, not politicians.

Living with Wolves is closely monitoring developments related to H.R. 845 and its potential impacts on wolves nationwide. We will continue to share updates as this legislation moves forward and keep you informed about future opportunities to speak up for wolves.

In the heart of Yellowstone, researchers are capturing the hidden voices of wolves, documenting dozens of call types from the iconic howl to sounds never heard in nature films. With cutting-edge AI, they’re uncovering new insights into wolf behavior, movement and social life—paving the way for more accurate, non-invasive population monitoring and smarter management tools.

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Dr. Jeff Reed, whose Cry Wolf Project has created the world’s largest database of wolf vocalizations and is pushing the boundaries of wildlife communication research. You’ll discover how this technology is transforming conservation and just how close we may be to decoding the language of wolves.

Living with Wolves is proud to fund this groundbreaking research.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our two generous match donors and to everyone who participated in this year’s Giving Tuesday match campaign.

Thanks to your collective support, the response to this campaign far exceeded our expectations. We are deeply grateful not only for the financial impact, but for the trust and commitment you continue to place in Living with Wolves and in this work.

Your generosity ensures that we can continue advancing our research, education, and outreach efforts, strengthening public understanding of wolves and supporting coexistence across the West. It also allows us to move into the year ahead with greater stability and confidence, knowing this community stands behind our mission.

We truly could not do this work without you. Thank you for showing up so meaningfully and for being part of what makes Living with Wolves possible.

With sincere gratitude,

The Living with Wolves Team

Wolves have long been shaped by legend and misconception, yet they are among the most socially complex and emotionally expressive animals on Earth. Through both Indigenous teachings and modern science, we are invited to see wolves not as symbols of fear, but as intimate, intelligent beings whose lives are rooted in connection, cooperation, and care. Will they forever remain in our subconscious or someday emerge into the light of our understanding?