Wolf hybrid loose in the laguna

Local agencies spent the last few days looking for the animal

UPDATE 11/6/23 8 a.m. from the Sebastopol Police: An update on our four-legged friend from yesterday - If spotted, call North Bay Animal Services (707-762-6227) or your local law enforcement agency so Shadow can get home safe. Remember, these calls should be made on non-emergency lines (NOT 911) unless there is an immediate threat of danger. Per NBAS, there has been no sign of aggression from Shadow. There have been no additonal sightings in the City of Sebastopol today.

Original Facebook Post from the Sebastopol Police 11/5/2023:

This morning we received a call from California Department of Fish and Wildlife regarding a wolf hybrid that was spotted on the outskirts of Sebastopol. It was last seen heading south of the Highway 12 bridge on the eastern edge of town. SPD, CHP, Fish and Wildlife, and North Bay Animal Services all responded, but have not yet located the animal.

The wolf hybrid is dark gray or black with yellow eyes. If spotted, DO NOT APPROACH. Contact law enforcement immediately and provide the location and direction of travel.

The photo in this post is of the actual animal.

• Emergency - 911

• Sebastopol PD - 707-829-4400

• Fish and Wildlife - (707) 428-2002

• North Bay Animal Services - (707) 762-6227

Some background from North Bay Animal Services:

Meet Shadow, this beautiful dog has been on the run since Wednesday 11/1. We have been in contact with his owners who confirmed that Shadow is a Wolfdog.

Currently, Shadow is in a state of fear and is roaming in the open fields of Sebastopol/Santa Rosa's countryside. Our Animal Control Officers, along with his owners and Sebastopol Police Department have been trying to get him to safety.

We want to emphasize that Shadow has not shown any aggression and the owner says that he gets along well with other dogs.

If you happen to spot Shadow, please do not attempt to approach or make contact with him, as this may cause him to run further away. Instead, keep a watchful eye on him and promptly reach out to us at (707) 762-6227 or your local police department. We're coordinating efforts to help reunite Shadow with his owners and ensure his safety.

Thank you for your support, and let's work together to bring Shadow back home safely.

The Sebastopol Police knew of no updates to this situation as of 3 pm on Sunday, Nov. 5.