howling woods farm

Such a fun time! Went for a bday visit last minute and the staff was very accommodating to our schedule. Wolves are so beautiful and friendly!

I visited with my teenage daughter and her friend as a birthday treat. It was truly very special - the animals are majestic and beautiful. We strolled through several different enclosures, meeting the various inhabitants along the way. The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and able to give us each of the animal's stories - some of them heart-rending. It was fascinating to observe the differing 'personalities' and pack dynamics, and to be so graciously accepted by these magnificent beasts. We will definitely be back again soon!

There are so few things to do in NJ that are once in a lifetime opportunities and this is by far one of the most interesting and exciting adventures I've had. I read some reviews before I went and most were positive but a couple struck me by surprise especially after seeing and hearing about what this facility does for these animals. These are not 100% wolves, they are wolf dogs which is why we can go in their pens and socialize with them. Anyone going in there expecting to socialize with a purebred wolf is barking up the wrong tree. These animals have been rescued from all walks of life including fur farms (sad but true). Worth every penny, I'd do it again and have recommended many friends to go--A++

My family of six (kids 22, 20, 18, 16) went here with my sister's family (kids 19,16) to visit the wolfdogs. We had called to set up an appointment and Megan, our tour guide, was wonderfully knowledgeable and did an excellent job explaining how Howling Woods acquires the dogs and how they take care of them. It was an incredible experience and we all said we felt like we were standing in the middle of Yellowstone Park with wolves. The wolves are gorgeous and more wary of you than you are of them. We got incredible pictures and it was something that all of my kids said they were so happy they got to experience. Wear old clothing and shoes. Watch the videos before you go to give you an idea of what your experience will be like. You can have as much or as little interaction with the wolves as you want. I recommend a lot of interaction as it is truly wonderful!