by Melanie Parker | May 14, 2018 | Bailey, Breanna, Caleb, Carlos, Cory, George, Ike, Jane, Rodney, Saidah, Sawyer, The Chimps, The Monkeys, Zulu
When we think of Mother’s Day, it’s usually a day to spend time with mothers and show them our appreciation and love. But not everyone is that lucky. Human, ape, and monkey alike, some of us aren’t able to be with our mother on this special day. Most primates living...
by Melanie Parker | Apr 3, 2018 | Our Team, Volunteers
The volunteer program at the Primate Rescue Center is thriving, and continuing to add new faces to the roster each year. These dedicated and hardworking individuals are an essential part of our caregiving team, and help us meet our goal of providing excellent care to...
by Melanie Parker | Feb 14, 2018 | Events, The Chimps
Love is in the air, and the chimps had an amazing Valentine’s Day party to celebrate! Thanks to our generous and caring donors, the chimps received gifts, love letters, cards, and toys, and we were able to fill the chimps’ playroom with loads of red, pink, and purple...
by Melanie Parker | Nov 22, 2017 | Interns, Our Team, Staff, Volunteers
Thanksgiving is almost here, and what better time to think of all the amazing PRC volunteers and interns we are truly thankful for. This team of supporters helps us in a variety of ways – On-Site, Off-Site, and during our Annual Member Event. We are so grateful for...
by Melanie Parker | Oct 1, 2017 | In Memoriam, Shatar, The Monkeys
It is with heavy hearts that we share with you of the passing of Shatar Barbary macaque. Shatar came to the PRC in October of 2013 at the estimated age of 14, along with her friends Saidah, Soda, and Rex Barbary macaques, from the Las Vegas Zoo. This roadside...
