Jody was so eager to go out on to the hill this morning that she took off before finishing her breakfast.
I am always hesitant to read too much into the chimps’ behavior, but I really do believe that Jody has a renewed appreciation for Young’s Hill this week after having been restricted to the indoors for a few days during her recovery.
She later came back for her chow bag and sat at the entrance to the hill, savoring each bite while basking in the warm sun.
While Jody’s eye still has some healing to do, Dr. Zamzow and our team of veterinary advisors are happy with the progress.
On another topic, here’s something I found interesting: This morning I discovered what can only be Jamie’s handiwork – a piece of blanket tied with a double knot to the caging. Jamie often secures her nests to the caging by threading the blankets through the mesh and she is well known for her knot-tying abilities (most likely learned when she was a youngster living with humans in the entertainment industry). Either this was meant to be the foundation of an incredibly stable and secure nest, or Jamie has started creating enrichment puzzles for the caregivers.
And in other news, have you checked out our Summer Biddin’ Online Auction yet? Your bids and donations will help us care for seven amazing chimps, support the expansion of the sanctuary so that we can take in even more chimps, and aid in the construction of fencing and a new barn for the five cows that will soon call the sanctuary home.
The other day I was repairing fencing on the View Property when this doe approached to politely inquire as to why I was in her barn. This area will be part of the winter pasture for Whitaker, Betsy, Nutmeg, Honey, and Meredith. Isn’t it incredible? Don’t worry, there’s plenty of room for both cows and deer.
The online auction is going on now and ends Monday at 7pm Pacific – check it out now before it’s too late!
Chimps, does, cows, Ellie, beautiful scenery, you caretakers are so lucky to be working in a place like CSNW.
Ellie? Have I forgotten someone?
Ellie? Have I forgotten someone? And I agree you’re all lucky, as are the animals under your loving care.
Ellie is our resident elk 🙂
beautiful photographs of Jody in the morning sun. and, of course, the commentary is great.
I can’t wait for all the fun Pic’s to come of the Chimps watching the Cows!
I wonder if Jamie will want them to put on boots 🙂
Oh!! I know those cattle!! I was at FS when Whitaker came in as a sickly baby. And I was there when Nutmeg was born! I knew they would be moving, but didn’t know where. That they will be living at CSNW fills my heart!! I cannot wait to see photos! Will the chimps be able to see the cattle from Young’s Hill? This news has made me so happy.
Yes – we are so excited for them to come here! And you all will be more than welcome to come visit them. They will winter on our neighboring property but in the summer they’ll rotate through our three other pastures, including the one that contains Young’s Hill, so the chimps will get a chance to see them (and vice versa).
I’m so glad that Jody has recovered from her eye injury and now is able to socialise with them all. Jamie’s very intelligent. From the looks of it, I’d say she learns things very fast.
The Doe is so cute standing there n looking at you. I’d think initially she’s wondering what you’re doing. LOL I’m so excited for all the animals especially the chimps
God bless you all.
Oh J.B., I am so on board with you in believing that Jody has a new appreciation for Young’s Hill after her ordeal. Wouldn’t we? Grateful is something we all can relate to. Thank you for these generous photos.
Now, the knot in the blanket?! WOW. I am so blown away by that photo. Part of me believes that Jamie’s amazing knot tying skills may not have come from her past living/training with humans because a big part of me honestly believes that Jamie is so wickedly intelligent that I believe she figured out how to tie knots all by herself. I have to admit, there is something so perfect about Jamie that she gives me faith for all of humanity. And that photo of that one tied knot just made my day and gave me a new hope to continue in my many fights. Thank you!
What beautiful pictures! I love to see Jody smiling.