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In the wild, animals spend much of their time trav

In the wild, animals spend much of their time traveling, foraging for food, exploring new habitats and socializing. In a sanctuary setting, it is our job to introduce as much variation as possible for them to keep their brains and bodies active. That’s why the enrichment coordinator job is so essential!

Laura Jackson, a San Antonio native, has been our enrichment coordinator for about 3 years and was an animal caregiver for two years before that.

Read more about Laura and her important work in our website's latest post!

We held a birthday bash for Emma, one of the four

We held a birthday bash for Emma, one of the four chimps we just welcomed! We love seeing their personalities come out.

Emma, who turned 23, is a sweet explorer full of energy and curiosity. Herbie is a charismatic leader. Now that she’s settled in, CJ is showing signs of being a social butterfly. And Jackson is quite the lovable entertainer.

Our newest residents are looking for sponsors so if you feel a connection or are simply in awe of them like us you can become a sponsor. Any support is greatly appreciated as it costs approximately $35,000-$45,000 a year for a sanctuary to provide care for one chimpanze

You’re going to love this video of our four newe

You’re going to love this video of our four newest chimps—Emma, Herbie, Jackson and CJ—adjusting to their new lives at PPI.

You’ll also get a glimpse of what the new outdoor space that’s being built just for them is going to look like!

Please help us meet the first phase of our fundraising goal of $30,000. Donations can be made on primarilyprimates.org

Chimpanzees thrive when they have space to roam, c

Chimpanzees thrive when they have space to roam, climb, and connect. That’s why we’re building a species-specific habitat for our new arrivals, Herbie, Emma, Jackson, and CJ, that's complete with aerial tunnels, grassy grounds, and the enrichment they need to stay mentally and physically healthy. You can be part of something incredible by making a donation today to help us complete this project! Use the bio link to donate today!

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We’re happy to share that Herbie, one of our new

We’re happy to share that Herbie, one of our newest residents from Oregon, is recovering beautifully after his vasectomy surgery. He’s already reunited with his group and back to enjoying the good life.
To help ease his transition out of surgery, our staff gave him a little distraction...some brightly painted nails! Doesn’t he look fab? To learn more about Herbie and his group and to make a donation that will help us complete a greenspace for them, visit our website using the bio link.

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Big news from Primarily Primates! We've welcomed f

Big news from Primarily Primates! We've welcomed four new chimpanzees, Herbie, Emma, Jackson, and CJ, from Freedom for Great Apes, which closed its doors in Oregon. Thanks to a carefully planned journey, they’ve arrived safely and are settling into their new home, where they’ll have more opportunities to socialize and thrive. Please help us meet the first phase of our fundraising goal of $30,000, so we can complete new outdoor space designed just for them! Use the link in the bio to donate!

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Something big is happening at Primarily Primates a

Something big is happening at Primarily Primates and we can’t wait to share it with you! Be on the lookout for an exciting video update from the sanctuary...you won’t want to miss this. 👀

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As the days get warmer, we suggest starting your m

As the days get warmer, we suggest starting your mornings sunny-side up...lemur style! When lemurs sit with their arms outstretched and bellies facing the sun, they’re not just soaking up the rays, they’re regulating their body temperature! These sun-worshippers warm up in the morning to stay active throughout the day.

If there’s one thing you need to know about us,

If there’s one thing you need to know about us, it’s that we take our parties very seriously! Check out these great pics of Theo and Neville enjoying a dried fruit and nut party this weekend that was generously donated by Darlene Jones!

If you’d like to send a fruit or veggie party our way, check out our website to learn how. Link in bio!

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Want to show your Valentine you’re really seriou

Want to show your Valentine you’re really serious? Drop the diamonds and put the champagne back on the shelf. A Primarily Primates Valentine’s Day fruit party is the only way to show your love this Feb. 14!

For just $30, we’ll treat the chimps at our sanctuary to a special fruit party box with a personalized “To” and “From” and you’ll receive a video of them enjoying the feast to share with your Valentine! 💕 link in bio!

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Skip the flowers and chocolate this Valentine’s

Skip the flowers and chocolate this Valentine’s Day and give a gift that make a difference! For $30, you can send a fruit party to the chimps at Primarily Primates in honor of your Valentine. We’ll send you a video of the chimps enjoying your gift in a personalized box and share them on our social media pages too!

Order by February 10th to join the fun: https://primarilyprimates.org/product/valentines-party/

It’s time to eat, drink and be merry because don

It’s time to eat, drink and be merry because donor Connie Ross generously donated one of EACH of our fruit parties in honor of our lovely volunteers Larry and Melanie Ross! Here are some pictures of Deeter, Stella, and Jewel enjoying their holiday feast! Thanks so much, Connie! 🎅🏻 🍉

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We believe in second chances at Primarily Primates

We believe in second chances at Primarily Primates.This #GivingTuesday, your support helps us provide rescued primates with enriching habitats, top quality care, and a chance at a life free from exploitation.

In 2024 alone, we rescued a kinkajou, marmosets, and a capuchin, and we’re working hard to maintain and improve spaces for our 29 chimps. Your support makes it all possible. Please give generously today! We so appreciate it. https://bit.ly/3zBSJw2

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Primarily Pri

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Primarily Primates! Today, we’re feasting on fruits and veggies and have a lot of gratitude for everyone who supports our sanctuary! Now let the gourd times roll... 😋

We can’t wait to share this with you! We’ve ad

We can’t wait to share this with you! We’ve added a unique bracelet to our store that features a special bead revealing a photo of either Cheetah the chimp or Ruth the lemur when held up to the light. Each one comes in a gift bag with their story, reminding you of their strength and your support of our sanctuary. Durable, stylish, and meaningful...perfect as a gift or a treat for yourself for only $25 (shipping included). Link in bio!

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It's time to eat, drink and be scary! Thank you to

It's time to eat, drink and be scary! Thank you to the sanctuary supporter who sponsored this pumpkin party for the chimps here at our sanctuary! Here are Cheetah and Shu Shu enjoying many more treats than tricks! Hope everyone has a great time and stays safe tonight!

Everyone knows it’s polite to open your card fir

Everyone knows it’s polite to open your card first before you get to the treats! The chimps at our sanctuary are celebrating Halloween today with some spook-tacular greeting cards that they enjoyed opening and closing along with some delectable Halloween snacks! Stay tuned for pics this afternoon from our Halloween party as well! 🎃

Thank you to everyone who donated during #GivingDa

Thank you to everyone who donated during #GivingDayForApes! Because of your incredible generosity, we surpassed our $30,000 goal!

These funds will go directly toward maintaining the habitats of our 29 incredible chimps at Primarily Primates, helping us repair ramps, platforms, and climbing structures, repaint and weld enclosures, and ensure they have safe, enriching spaces to live, play, and thrive.

We couldn't do this without your support. Thank you for helping us give these chimps the best life possible!

Thank you to everyone who has already donated toda

Thank you to everyone who has already donated today during #GivingDayforApes! There is still time to give if you haven't already and there is one more "power hour" left today from 6-7 p.m. EDT for most unique donors if you would like to donate during that time!

Your support today will help us maintain the dozens of habitats at our sanctuary and offer the chimps at Primarily Primates the best quality of life we can: https://www.givingdayforapes.org/donate/Sanctuary-Primarily-Primates

To get you through that mid-afternoon slump, we pr

To get you through that mid-afternoon slump, we present to you possibly the best video ever of Cheetah tickling Shu Shu in their habitat!

Speaking of, we’d be absolutely tickled if you contributed to our #GivingDayforApes fundraiser if you haven’t already! Your donation will help us keep Cheetah’s and Shu Shu’s habitat fresh, safe and fun to explore for years to come. Use the link in the bio to donate!

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