Portfolio Categories: Best Friends

Sparky Birth Month: December Gentle, sweet Sparky loves blankets, nesting, and sitting in the sun. The group of girls he came to the sanctuary with take good care of him, but they let him know when his big, loud displays start getting on their nerves. He loves attention from his caregivers – especially getting his...

Riley Birth Month: June Riley is a rambunctious youngster who knows just what he wants out of life: To be in charge! But the strong female leaders in his group would tell you he’s still got a ways to go. He’s always on the lookout for his next prank victim (usually one of his aunties)....

Midge Birth Month: June Sweet, laid-back Midge came to Chimp Haven from a sanctuary in Texas after his longtime friend, LuLu, passed away. He quickly stole staff’s hearts with his endearing personality, and he’s made lots of new friends while learning the sanctuary ropes with his new family group. His hobbies include: Pickles, Bob Marley...

Angela Birth Month: May Sweet, endearing Angela is an older “auntie” figure who loves food and relishes in relaxation. Her rambunctious nephew, Riley, likes to push the limits of her patience with his hijinks, but she’ll playfully remind him that he’s not as big and tough as he thinks he is. When Angela was introduced...

Maxi Birth Month: July When she first arrived at the sanctuary, Maxi was always interested in what care staff was up to – but now that’s she’s been introduced to a larger family, she’s way too busy with her new chimp friends to give them the time of day. She’s extremely smart and loves toys...

Jeff Lebowski Birth Month: September Jeff Lebowski is known around the sanctuary for his handsome good looks. Since arriving at Chimp Haven in 2014, he’s charmed staff and chimps alike with his funny, laid-back personality. He tends to move around friend groups, hanging out with whoever seems to need a pal that day. Become Jeff...

Mason Birth Month: October If Mason had a nickname, it would probably be “squirrel.” He’s always on the move but is easily distracted by the opportunity to prank someone – human or chimp. His most distinguishing feature (his solid light brown face) has darkened with age, but it doesn’t take too long to recognize him:...

Marcus Birth Month: November Flora was named “Chimp You’d Most like to Have as a Mom” and it’s no mystery why: She’s a wonderful, nurturing mother and group mate. She’s very in-tune with her daughter, Valentina Rose, and never likes to be too far away from her. She’s attentive, smart, and a great teacher during...

Flora Birth Month: May Flora was named “Chimp You’d Most like to Have as a Mom” and it’s no mystery why: She’s a wonderful, nurturing mother and group mate. She’s very in-tune with her daughter, Valentina Rose, and never likes to be too far away from her. She’s attentive, smart, and a great teacher during...

Cherry Blossom Birth Month: March We love a strong, bossy lady, and Cherry Blossom is one of the best. She uses her big, boisterous personality to live life to the fullest. Food is one of her great passions in life, and she always makes sure she gets the bananas she’s entitled to. Become Cherry Blossom's...