It continues to be fascinating and endearing as George gets used to living in a group of chimpanzees.
***Commercial interruption: we could use more Albertson’s gift cards! You can buy them from our Amazon wishlist or directly at Albertsons or Safeway to send to the sanctuary. This does relate to George. When he first came to the sanctuary in May, he was very thin. He gained weight quickly and got to a healthy body condition. Since the introduction process, though he’s eating well, he’s lost some of that weight he had gained, most likely nervous energy! We are boosting his calories in various ways, including purchasing plant-based protein shakes from our local Safeway stores, which is owned by Albertson’s now.***
This video might show you a side of Cy you haven’t seen much of in the past. Interestingly, when it was just he and George living as a duo, Cy didn’t do a whole lot of asserting of his dominance. Once we added more chimpanzees to the mix, he began to display more and took more opportunities to ensure that no one forgets his leadership role in the group.
George seems to be soaking up all the lessons he’s been given about chimpanzee social living.
There’s something about the image of them all sleeping near one another, as a family, that really warms my heart.
I was so impressed that he didn’t even flinch as Cy displayed while climbing over him! After all their years together, when Jamie and Burrito display, everyone scatters! SUCH a good sign for George!
And I’m so happy to see him comfortable enough wirh Rayne to seek reassurance from her!
Lucky’s blanket car is bittersweet; sad that the display stressed her, but it’s fun to see
Looked like this group was enjoying a mini mall walking session. It appears as if George has really settled in, perhaps because Cy has been an excellent friend and teacher but also because George has accepted everything with curiosity and enthusiasm and courage. Dear Lucky and her Blanket Car—if scooting makes her feel better then scoot away sweet girl. Good night and sweet dreams to Cy’s new group!
Cy is still the most amazing male chimp I have seen. He takes care of his group and steps in when he needs to. I think this was a time when he needed to. George is amazing in his transformation from a sad guy living alone to now having not one or two but a growing group of chimp friends. May things continue to go well. The end of this video is heartwarming to see the peaceful sleep of five very unique rescued individuals. Thank you CSNW. There is a Safeway in my neighborhood and I will be heading over there for gift certificates to help George.
I love seeing George making a nest and putting a blanket over his whole body, just like I would do, pulling it over his head. Very comfy!!
Thank you Diana for having the texts under the video, in stead of over the whole page.
This makes it easier to read and watch at the same time.
I appresiate it.
AWWW, I love that George!! So happy everything is working out. I saw him at that roadside zoo in Oregon and it really upset me!! 🙁 New healthy happy chapter for him!
:rainbow:”Genius” chimpanzee Ai from Kyoto University Primate Research Institute died on 9 January at the age of 49.:cry: Lots of interesting videos can be seen on the YT channel @TheFriendsAndAi.