Staff Blog

The Great “Baby” Switch of 2013

May 9, 2013 at 8:27 pm

Several of the chimpanzees at our facility have attachment objects, which the staff refers to as their “babies…” These babies are usually unique to the chimps that care for them, and they do not typically share these attachment objects. However, all rules were out the window in The Great Baby Switch of 2013.

The Journey

March 27, 2013 at 3:50 pm

The double doors swing open forcefully and I catch the first glimpse of the precious cargo.

Deception and Empathy

March 13, 2013 at 7:36 pm

After working with chimpanzees for nearly a decade, their intelligence still never ceases to amaze me.

Introductions at Chimp Haven

February 21, 2013 at 8:49 pm

As new chimpanzees arrive from southern Louisiana, we are busy with introductions regularly.

Tika the Cleaner

February 6, 2013 at 9:33 pm

Tika is one of our spunky chimpanzees. She is always observing what the caregivers are doing.

Sweet Treats

January 31, 2013 at 3:11 pm

Being able to give genuine moments of happiness to each chimpanzee makes this job special.

Here Comes Valentina Rose

January 17, 2013 at 9:21 pm

Yet my most memorable time has bee the ability to watch infant, Valentina Rose grow.