A Place to Call Home discussion

In some parts of the United States wolves were hunted to the point of near extinction. They are gradually being reintroduced to their home territories, but there has been significant controversy over this attempt to bring them back. In A Place to Call Home, Strider's mother was a victim of the hatred some ranchers have for wolves.

Questions:

Why do some ranchers feel so negatively about wolves?

Do wolves have a right to exist in their native territories even if they may pose a risk to sheep and other livestock?

What are some alternatives ranchers could use to mitigate the loss of livestock and live more in harmony with the wolf community in their area?