Sanctuary Blog
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Enrichment Fun!
One of my favorite tasks here at the Primate Rescue Center is enriching the lives of our residents. We provide a variety of large and small toys, magazines, paper bags, noise makers, boxes, etc. that our residents can use as they like. Jenny Chimpanzee loves using...
Kids Care about the Primate Rescue Center!
The Primate Rescue Center was recently featured in National Geographic Kids Chapters: Tiger in Trouble! And More True Stories of Amazing Animal Rescues by Kelly Milner Halls. Our chapters are about the rescue stories of Bob, Caleb, and Suzie. These chapters focus...
New Veteran Volunteers
The Primate Rescue Center would like to congratulate two of our On-Site Volunteers who officially become Veteran Volunteers this month, having dedicated their time for an entire year to volunteering at the sanctuary. We’re so proud to have them on our team,...
Primate Rescue Center Membership
If you missed your chance this year to attend our Annual Member Event, we hope that you plan to attend next year! However, you must be a member to attend and receive updates and announcements about next year’s event. ...
Oh My Bob, What Big Teeth You Have!
Bob, a Vervet monkey, arrived at the PRC in 2009 when he was just under one year old. Monkeys do not belong in private homes as pets for a myriad of reasons. However, we do not deny the appeal and attraction people have towards monkeys, especially baby monkeys. We...
Celebrate National Volunteer Week
This week the PRC joins in celebrating National Volunteer Week; a time to appreciate the dedicated individuals who continue to give their time, energy and support through volunteering at our sanctuary. The volunteer program at the PRC has grown over the years, and...
New Internship Opportunities at the Primate Rescue Center
The Primate Rescue Center believes in encouraging careers in compassion for animals. We have a vibrant short-term internship program that has hosted interns from locations locally, nationally and internationally. However, those 12-week sessions fly by and as soon...
No Longer Bursting at the Seams
Storage space has always been at a premium here at the PRC. As our Donation-In-Kind program grows due to the success of our Amazon Wish List, we have been bursting at the seams! However, having a variety of new and creative items on-site allows our carestaff to...
