Redhawk Caldera March madness

Elwood watched with amusement evident on his face as the youngster picked at the dead rabbit. It was fascinating to see one of the pack's newest members exploring his instincts and learning the cause-and-effect of using his senses. Under Elwood's gaze, he eventually gave up attacking the carcass and instead began to sniff it heartily -- which soon led to a different kind of assault.

The boy's miniature tongue licked at the hare's fur, and his pleasure was evident in the rapid motion of his tail. "Mmm," Elwood said. "It's tasty. Someday you'll start eating meat."