There is an epidemic of exotic animals in the United States. Most of these animals are not native to the U.S., but are bought, sold, or traded through the illegal wildlife trade. Wolves, for example, can be obtained with a simple Google search.
Although wolves are widely different from domesticated dogs, people are drawn to their beauty and “wildness,” and many wish to keep one as a pet. While many species of wolves are endangered in the U.S., it is incredibly easy to buy a purebred wolf or a “high-content” wolf-dog through online 
breeders. Many of the ads inform potential owners that the animal or puppy is “raised indoors,” “well-socialized,” “selectively bred,” has an “excellent temperament,” and was “bottle-fed.” These descriptions are used to convince customers that they can be raised and kept like any other dog.
The reality is that, unlike domesticated dogs that have evolved to live with humans for thousands of years, wolves are wild. People who buy wolves and wolf-dogs when they are still puppies can care for these animals, but as they grow, they often become aggressive and destructive.
Unfortunately, many people learn this the hard way, but the real victims are the animals. Once owners realize they are unable to domesticate them, they try to take them to a shelter. However, there is no rabies vaccine approved for wolves or hybrids, so they usually end up being euthanized on-site.
Caring for wolves and wolf-dogs requires a deep understanding of their complex behaviors and the ability to provide enough space and stimulation to keep them happy in captivity. Typically, the only people who are able to care for these animals are those who run wolf sanctuaries and devote their lives to the wolves and wolf-dogs in their care.
These amazing sanctuaries are working to end the pet wolf epidemic by educating the public about wolf ownership and providing a permanent and safe home for countless abandoned animals.
To learn about some of these sanctuaries, visit www.olharanimal.org
Source: www.olharanimal.org