Shifters
That sounds really nice, actually, and makes a lot of sense. Where I'm from, other werewolves are not really my first choice of people to associate with. Many of them have been conditioned to be hateful and violent from a young age. Scornful public opinion of them fuels their resentment. I don't think it's our nature but unfortunately, the conditions often drive them to ally themselves with some really toxic political views.
What you describe sounds really functional, though. I'm kind of jealous, to be honest.
Three months is quite young. I was bitten when I was four, although my parents were well aware that it happened. It never occurred to me there might be other experiences for transforming. That's really fascinating to hear.
Mercy
Last moon I put myself in a containment center and I have a friend here who can change into an animal who kept me company. There's also a potion available that helps me retain my sanity. That's not what usually happens naturally. I'm a danger to others without another animal keeping me in check, unfortunately.