As some of you may have noticed in J.B.’s blog last Monday, we added Gordo into the intro group! With Gordo joining the group, that left Dora as the final remaining member. While Gordo adjusted to his new group, Dora and Mave spent the entire week together so Dora wouldn’t be alone, because nothing is better than a little getaway with a friend.
As of this Monday, we took the final leap and officially added Dora to the group. So far, things have been going smoothly. Throughout the few days they have been together, Dora and George have shared some really lovely small moments together. In fact, as I write this, I just watched Dora approach George and offer brief reassurance after the group had a minor disagreement.
Of course, this is only the beginning, and where the real work begins. Now that everyone has been added to the group, they’ll need time to figure out their dynamics and learn how to navigate conflict together. Still, I think it’s incredibly important to celebrate the wins, big or small.
When I reflect on the George I met in May, I still can’t quite wrap my head around how brave George really is. Coming to a new place, meeting new caregivers and volunteers, exploring new enclosures and outdoor spaces, and then joining a group of chimps! George has accomplished so much in such a short amount of time. I truly don’t think there are words that can express how proud we are of him, but I am in utter awe of how courageous this little chimp is!
Thats great news, but does that mean Mave has only Willy B for company ?
My question, too.
And HoneyB!.
They came as a group of 3 to CSNW.
But I have the same question.
Is it because of the socially akward ( to put it mildly ) Willy B. that the girls are stuck with him?
Poor Mave and HoneyB.
yes.
They were in the process of a slow reintegration when George came along, so now they will likely try to continue that, once Georgie us settled.
Oh, i forgot Miss Honey B ! The original gang of three :slight_smile:
Other than the one time (that we know of) that George ran at Rayne aggressively, has he been an instigator of any other incidents?
I’m so happy for George. I only saw him once. I’ll never see him again, but I feel a lot if kove him.
Yay for George ! I think he is a smart cookie.
And who couldn’t love little Dora ?
I just hope she can still have occasional playdates with Mave and HoneyB.
Mora. Sigh…..is there anything better? And it looks like Mave isn’t the only one under Dora’s spell. Curious George was following Dora closely! I hope this is the start of a special friendship.
As you said Kelsi, what an amazing accomplishment it has been for George in such a short amount of time to incorporate into an already established troop of chimps. Bravo to George and bravo to all involved along his journey at CSNW.
I am so happy for George!!! He finally has a family. I hope things continue to go well.
He truly is a remarkable little guy. His world grew exponentially overnight, everything he knew was gone. New caretakers, new home, a WHOLE troop of other chimps!, outdoor exploration, and he’s taken most of it in stride, with a little help from his friends!