The Florida Lupine Association (FLA) was born of the need for an organization in Florida to represent responsible wolf and wolfdog owners. In 1997, many wolfdog owners in Florida who were also active in wolfdog rescue saw the need for such a cohesive organization. In June 1999, our efforts were rewarded, and FLA was formed.

Purpose

FLA is not a breeder’s club. Rather, it seeks to represent responsible wolf and wolfdog owners in the state of Florida, while also promoting education about these lupine animals. Click here to read the FLA Code of Ethics.

Mission

FLA’s mission is to provide information and education about the wolfdog; to track legal issues as they pertain to wolfdogs; to interact and collaborate with other wolfdog and animal (rescue and non-rescue) agencies, networks, and clubs; to advance the interests and the responsible ownership of wolfdogs; and to assist in the rescue and placement of wolfdogs. 

Involvement

Since its inception, FLA has established contacts with numerous animal control and shelter agencies, the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), the Florida Rabies Advisory Committee, and the state veterinarian’s office; we have built a database of members and supporters that we hope continues to grow; we have published a collection of educational pamphlets, flyers, and brochures that are being distributed by FLA and many animal agencies in the state of Florida; and we publish a quarterly newsletter entitled Florida Lupine News.

Membership

FLA is the only association of its kind in Florida, and we need your help to be effective. If responsible ownership of wolfdogs, maintaining the legal ownership rights of your animals, and the promotion of wolfdog education are important to you, please join and/or support us in our efforts. Click here to go to the Membership page.