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Close friends

June 24, 2012 by Jackie

It’s so relaxing to watch the chimps groom one another. Grooming is often used as a way to, not only help clean up your friends, but also to strengthen bonds and friendships. Foxie and Burrito have a pretty close friendship and I caught them in the middle of a very sweet grooming session this afternoon.

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  1. Denice says

    June 24, 2012 at 4:38 pm

    I am always suprised at the gentleness and trust involved in grooming. To hold still while someone is “grooming” your eyes is a supreme act of trust.

  2. Marcia Douthwaite says

    June 24, 2012 at 4:54 pm

    Very sweet, indeed, Jackie. Burrito looks so relaxed in the last photo.

  3. Libby says

    June 24, 2012 at 9:02 pm

    adorable and priceless!

  4. Sara Lissabet, Fairfax says

    June 25, 2012 at 7:41 am

    That is so sweet. I love getting to see the bonds between these special 7. Thank you!

  5. Dawn says

    June 25, 2012 at 9:50 am

    Foxie is such a caring and empathetic chimp. I loved how she gave Burrito a little reassuring kiss/nip in the foraging video too, and how she always pats her trolls against her heart. I think Mr. Burrito is very lucky to have such a caring friend to fuss over him like that. It may build his confidence too!

  6. Margaret and Karen says

    June 25, 2012 at 3:56 pm

    What special friends .

  7. Jeff Soderquist says

    June 26, 2012 at 11:20 am

    My wife and I happened upon your booth at the Fremont solstice Fair, and I have been enjoying keeping up with the blog ever since. Seeing pictures and videos of the chimps is a bright spot to my day. Thanks so much for sharing.

    • Diana says

      June 26, 2012 at 12:47 pm

      Welcome, Jeff! So glad you found out about the sanctuary and are hooked on the blog already – you’re in good company!

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