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Me, Myself, and I (Willy B version)

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A few days ago, Dora, Honey B, and Mave had no desire to shift into the Mezzanine. However, Willy B did shift, no problem. We then had to make an alternative route for the girls so that we could clean the space they were in (the front rooms). This meant that Willy B got alone time for an hour. And man, did he take advantage of it!

I was cleaning the front rooms, which is located directly beneath the Mezzanine. I could hear what sounded like 10 chimpanzees playing, but I knew it was just Willy B up there. I knew I had to get the camera footage for this one. Enjoy!

 

A Plus One

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As J.B. updated in his blog last week, Willy B, Mave, Dora, and Honey B are currently living together in a social group.

For those unfamiliar with their history, Willy B, Mave, and Honey B came to CSNW from Wildlife Waystation in 2019 as a group of 3. They had lived together for many years and got along well. Dora, on the other hand, arrived at CSNW in 2021 with the rest of Cy’s group. Once Cy’s and Willy B’s group were introduced (in late 2021 and early 2022), Mave and Dora became the ultimate best friends. We even gave them the honor of having a couple name, which is Mave + Dora= Mora.

Additionally, Dora and Honey B became great friends as well, often playing chase and making each other laugh. Dora is socially savvy and quite popular. So, in my opinion, having her be the 4th member was a great social opportunity for Mave, Honey B, and Willy B because she is a beloved friend to all. She’s always up for an adventure or lounging with her besties.

Since they’ve been living together as a group of 4, things have been going pretty well! It seems to me, that the anxious energy and overall stress has reduced, which is exactly what we were aiming for. Yesterday, for example, I found the 4 of them feeling pretty silly! Willy B was playing with Kelsi, Dora and Honey B were playing with each other, and once Mave had enough 3rd wheelin’ with HB and Dora, she played with J.B. and Diana. It was a fun moment to capture! Check it out in today’s video (above or here)!

Chest Beats and Wild Feats

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Terry has done some very impressive, unique displays in the past. The main event of these displays is chest-pounding and hitting his stomach for loud sound effects. I personally have only seen him do this type of display while out on The Bray, with it being directed towards Jamie’s group. Today, all the chimps had a lunch forage. Terry’s group was out on The Bray foraging while Jamie’s group was out on Young’s Hill. Missy always pays attention to the boys on the other side of the building. She gets very excited. However, she was not excited (nor was Annie or Negra) when Terry began displaying at them. They were not impressed, but I think Terry was quite satisfied. Check out today’s video!

Burrito’s Beanbag

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If you follow our sanctuary, you probably are already familiar with Burrito’s zest for life! Today’s blog is another example of this. While cleaning Playroom 1, I looked out the window and saw Burrito using a giant Squishmallow as a bean bag. He even leaned back so he could prop his feet up and enjoy the “view”. Gordo and Terry were out exploring The Bray while Burrito was doing this, so he was watching them, but his view was obstructed by the Greenhouse panels (which keep the Greenhouse insulated until it warms up) and it didn’t seem to bother Burrito one bit.

Burrito’s mentality totally seems to be “glass half full” vs. “glass half empty”. He truly lives life to the fullest and acts like every day is the best day of his life. What a guy!

 

Bonus photos of Dora lounging in the Greenhouse:

And some artistic photos of Terry due to my high exposure shots:

Aunt Neggie

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You may know Foxie as the Mother of all Troll dolls, Strawberry Shortcake dolls, Disney Princess dolls, and Dora the Explorer dolls.

But what you don’t know is that some of Foxie’s dolls get to go off on a little vacation and spend time with their fun Aunt…

Aunt Neggie.

Negra carries dolls and stuffed animals with her on/off. While she doesn’t play with the dolls like Foxie does, she does keep them warm in her pelvic pocket and takes them with her every time she is on the go. I have compiled photos from staff’s phones from the past couple years for this blog!

Negra carries the dolls infrequent enough that I still whip out my phone and try to capture a picture each time. I think it’s just so sweet.

Negra with twin dolls:

Negra with corn and a Strawberry Shortcake doll:

Negra with a Strawberry Shortcake doll in her pelvic pocket:

Negra with an Eeyore stuffed animal:

Negra with a doll in her pelvic pocket (check out the legs sticking out):

Negra with a sock and a Troll doll:

Negra with twin dolls in her mouth:

Negra offering a kiss while holding a doll:

Negra offering another kiss while holding a doll:

Negra with a Princess doll in her right hand:

Negra with a doll in her mouth:

Negra with a stuffed Eeyore in her pocket:

Negra offering a kiss with a Raggedy Ann doll in her hand:

Negra with a Troll doll stuffed in her pelvic pocket:

Negra and Dora doll:

Negra and Dora the Explorer doll out on Young’s Hill:

And a very old photo… Negra and a Troll doll:

negra with troll doll

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Around The Bray

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The weather has been so nice in Washington state recently! We’ve seen temperatures up in to the high fifties – which has been amazing! Today, the sun was out and there was not a cloud in the sky. As soon as we did checks to allow the chimps to go out to their outdoor enclosures, many of them went outside before breakfast!

After human lunch, I went to see where Terry was and he was out at the top of The Bray! He had a paper ball in his mouth and seemed quite content absorbing up some sunshine and taking in the views. Today’s video includes clips from Terry around The Bray! Check it out above or the link will be here. Enjoy!

A Box Full of Honey

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Who is in the box?!

The other day, I walked by the Front Rooms and I saw a spinning cardboard box. The moments to follow were so hilarious, I am so glad I got it on camera! I’ve showed just about every staff member this video and they find it hilarious, so I hope you do too! Caregiver Sabrina even said this is her favorite CSNW video of all time. High praise! Thanks for being hilarious, Honey B!