Behavior Program
Chimps have personalities, emotions and relationships, just like us, and like us, they can have triggers and trauma from their past that need to be worked through in sanctuary. The goal of the behavior program is to provide enrichment and training to chimpanzees and improve chimpanzee well-being via observational studies and evaluation of environmental enrichment and training procedures.
The behavior team carries out chimpanzee training objectives using positive reinforcement training (PRT) according to approved plans. They conduct behavioral observations and assist with awake medical procedures that require the chimps to voluntarily cooperate. They may also assist with chimpanzee socialization procedures during introductions of new chimps.
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To directly support the behavior program, consider sending a gift of supplies and treats from our Wishlist!
Behavior Volunteers
This is a new area and focus for volunteer training. Check back for details in the future. Interested in contributing to this team? Contact us today.
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This project would not be possible without our many generous individual supporters and volunteers. We rely on donations to fulfill our mission, including caring for our existing residents and expanding the sanctuary to accommodate those chimpanzees still waiting in the lab.
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