As to the scumbag discussion, I think of them as orcs, self interested, no loyalty, and killers just for fun. These types can only do harm to individuals and society, and must be excised.
Guess that makes me a hobbit...maybe a dwarf.....probably not an elf....
BTW, I had the privelege of having a wolf for 17 years. There was no smarter, more loyal, more trustworthy pet. He would defend my wife (and our cats believe it or not) to the death. I understand wolves and they aren't your enemy (that doesn't mean a pack of wolves can't be dangerous, as any pack of dogs can be).