by Scott Roseberry | Mar 27, 2017 | Food & Enrichment, Our Team
One of the things the primates at the PRC do not have to worry about is getting the nutrients they need from the produce they eat. With 50+ mouths to feed everyday, it is important to provide each of them with a balanced, healthy diet. The Primate Rescue Center is...
by Tori Himes | Jan 29, 2017 | Food & Enrichment, The Monkeys
With winter finally here in Kentucky, our monkey residents especially love their soft and snuggly blankets. Fresh and clean blankets are passed out daily for monkeys to use as bedding, soft seats, or something to cuddle. Even though their indoor enclosures are heated,...
by Melanie Parker | Oct 7, 2016 | Food & Enrichment, Volunteers
Within the sanctuary’s volunteer program, we have a unique category of supporters who help the primates from afar by making enrichment and fun recipes from their very own homes and then delivering those items to the sanctuary. These Off-Site Volunteers are a...
by Laura Clifford | Sep 17, 2016 | Food & Enrichment, The Chimps, The Monkeys
If you follow us on Facebook, or keep up with our blogs, you have probably noticed that we use the term “enrichment” regularly. But what exactly are we talking about when we mention enrichment or request enrichment items for the primate residents? Enrichment...
by Becca Banks | Jul 31, 2016 | Ciera, Food & Enrichment, Jake, Junior, Maddie, Martina, Noelle, Rainey, Rodney, The Chimps, The Monkeys, Toby, Tonya, Zulu
The weather here in Nicholasville, KY has been scorching this summer! The primates love to cool off with tasty frozen treats, like homemade juice pops or frozen grapes, but their favorite way to beat the heat is with a pool party! Inside each monkey enclosure are...
by Laura Clifford | Jul 2, 2016 | Food & Enrichment, The Chimps, The Monkeys
One of the things we do everyday is prepare lunch and dinner for our chimps and monkeys. Each recipe we use follows specific nutritional guidelines, and they are always packed full of fresh fruits and veggies. We prepare these recipes in the mornings and portion them...
