Rob Conner of All Creatures Veterinary Hospital agrees with the Koskinens that wolves don't make good pets. In fact, Conner advises against attempting to make any wild animal a pet. "Dogs and cats have been bred to be domesticated," Conner said. ... They do not make good pets, they belong in the wild."

Can wolves be tamed as pets?

Wolves are not domesticated.

There is a big difference between the words “domestic” and “tame”. ... An animal that is tame may not be fearful of humans, but they will still possess their wild instincts. The truth is it is not possible to domesticate an animal in a single generation (or even a few).

Do wolves like to be petted?

Most wolves don't like them. ... Don't assume that because a wolf is near you, you can pet it. Wolves are much less tolerant of being touched by unfamiliar humans than most dogs are.