Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest

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Archives for July 2019

Getting ready for next month!

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Since we’re expecting our new residents with an ETA of next month, we’re getting down to adding the final touches to the new expansion. This means it’s time to buy some cleaning items for the new chimp area! We’re ready to fill up the cupboard, shelves, and supply racks with items like…

New laundry baskets!

Scrub brushes!

Scrapers and pans!

Brooms!

and buckets!

You can find all that and more on our Amazon Wish list! We can’t wait to start providing top notch care for Honey B, Willy B and Mave! These supplies are important tools for keeping their new home clean and comfortable!

The One the Only Missy

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Missy spends most of her time with her chimp friends – in other words, she’s a chimp’s chimp. She is that cool girl that everyone wants to be friends with. She is confident, a friend to all, and she is not afraid to try new things (most of the time). So you could see why it would be a big deal if Missy wanted to play, you would drop everything! I find myself occasionally grooming, tickling, and playing chase with Missy usually after lunch when everyone is napping. As we play you all have to remember Missy is a loyal friend. She helps Jamie keep order in the chimp house, even if it’s not in her best interest. Our games usually end once Jamie notices or the chimps start waking up. Recently, Missy has been popping up randomly to groom or sit together, not at our normal meet up time. Like, this morning we groomed in the Greenhouse and Missy offered a kiss, a KISS! A moment I will cherish forever.

With love for Taylor Crowley

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Today was sponsored by Shauna and Jake Holliday for their beloved dog, Taylor:

“In loving memory of our English Bulldog Taylor who we recently lost. She would have been 10 on this day. We showered this tender hearted girl with love and care for her entire life and we would like to share with the chimpanzees on her special day.”

Shauna and Jake, thank you so much for allowing the chimpanzees to share in such a special day for you. We are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved friend and family member. We are sending all the good thoughts to you today, hoping that Taylor’s legacy brings you comfort and joy, as you all have helped bring the chimpanzees.

Gorgeous Jody:

Summer things

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Summertime mornings on Young’s Hill:

Foxie and Strawberry Shortcake…

…joined by Burrito

Jody patrolling the hill…

Missy, being her cool self…

…until bestie, Annie, shows up for a game of wrestle and chase on the high beam…

In other news, the chimps have bellies full of berries today (see Anna’s post from yesterday). But that’s what summertime is about, right? Jamie tossed me a bowl today and politely “requested” that I immediately fill it up with raspberries and currants for everyone. Well, for her really. I just gave her her own bowl and made sure the others had some as well. And we humans may have snuck a few ourselves, but do not tell the boss lady.

And thanks to the generosity of one of our lovely supporters (thank you!!), I received a new pair of muck boots today and naturally, they did not for one second go unnoticed by Jamie. She was smitten by the brand-new-shininess of them and gave a head nod of approval at the green kelp design on the lining. Though they’re a fantastic Salmon Sisters design for XTRATUF, Jamie and I both agreed they should henceforth be referred to as the Chimp Sisters boots. Well, probably if you asked Jamie she would just say HER boots. 😉

Not so subtle hints

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Jamie indulged me today by letting me do a little photo shoot of her in the portrait studio this morning.

I was just a couple photos in before she needed to remind me of the real reason she was hanging out at the window.

The raspberry plants she can see from this vantage are ripe and ready to be harvested!

Message received!

For Ned and Noreen

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Joan O’Flaherty graciously sponsors this day each year in loving memory of her parents, Ned and Noreen O’Flaherty:

“This is my parents’ wedding anniversary. They loved animals and supported conservation and would be glad that the chimpanzees enjoy this special day.”

Joan, we so appreciate your continued support and love for the chimpanzees as you celebrate your parents and their lovely legacy. Thank you so much for the difference you make in the chimpanzees’ lives. We’ll be thinking of Ned and Noreen today and wish you all the good that comes with memories of loved ones.

Negra and Annie:

Annie and Missy:

Burrito and Jody:

Jamie and Foxie: