Watching Jackson and Topo play together is one of the most enjoyable experiences I have had while being here at Chimps Inc. We often like to refer to Topo as “grandpa” or “old man” and it’s great to see that Jackson has the ability to still keep him young at heart. It’s wonderful to see [...] ...read more...

What could be better than fresh fruit popsicles and splash time in the pool? How about popsicles in the pool! Our chimps sure do know how to have a great time while staying cool. Thanks too to our caregivers who keep finding fun ways to provide enrichment for the chimps! ...read more...

Check out what Alfie has done to his place in preparation for Linky’s visit. He’s getting so excited to meet his pawpal Linky. Here’s his latest note to his friend: Dear Linky, I’m looking forward to setting a new date for your visit. ...read more...

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Part of our typical day as interns includes cleaning and preparing the enclosures for whichever group of chimps will be enjoying it that day. ...read more...

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While I was in the kitchen, I was watching the chimps through the window and saw something very funny. ...read more...

While tiding up in the garden enclosure, Topo was overseeing my progress calmly with his head resting on his knees. While he was busy watching me, Thiele came and sat beside him and offered an affectionate groom. Topo closed his eyes and opened them again slowly, happy for the comforting touch. Then Maggie decided the [...] ...read more...

Alfonz enjoyed some exciting enrichment today. A large plush toy duck had its head anointed with oregano essential oil, and its back with lavender oil. Alfonz’s reaction to the scented duck was similar to that of a domestic cat snuffling in catnip. He clapped his front paws around the plush ducks neck, sniffed curiously, and [...] ...read more...

Jackson is our resident goof ball. ...read more...