Government to discontinue breeding program - Thu May 24, 2007

During a regularly scheduled meeting of the National Advisory Research Resources Council, Dr. Barbara Alving, Director of the National Center for Research Resources, made an announcement today regardi... READ MORE

NBC News program features sanctuary - Fri May 25, 2007

CHIMP HAVEN FEATURED ON NBC NIGHTLY NEWS!NBC's Michelle Kosinski visited Chimp Haven to produce a special segment for the Nightly New's "Making a Difference." The show aired Friday, ... READ MORE

Chimp Travels: The Journey of the OSU Primates - Thu Jun 14, 2007

This story first appeared in Satya Magazine,a monthly publication focusing on vegetarianism, environmentalism, animal advocacy, and social justice. In Sanskrit, "satya" means "truth,&q... READ MORE

Editorial: Retired chimps are at home in the woods of Louisiana - Fri Jun 15, 2007

Pam Rittelmeyer, a camera operator currently working on the major motion picture, "The Great Debators" which is filming in and around Shreveport, La., attended the June Chimpanzee Discovery ... READ MORE

Remembering Tulip: Staff says good-bye - Fri Jun 15, 2007

Care Staff remembers our "Little Princess"photo by Amy FultzTulip, seen here enjoying the climpbing structures in her play yard, passed June 14th, 2007 from congenital kidney disease.Staff m... READ MORE

Chimp Haven on YouTube - Tue Jul 3, 2007

Now you can watch your favorite Chimp Haven video on YouTube!Watch the very first habitat release, an overview of the sanctuary, a visit from "Your Best Friend TV" and the newest video of ba... READ MORE

Magnificent 7 celebrate eight months at home! - Tue Aug 7, 2007

Keithville, La.— It has been nearly nine months since seven chimpanzees made the journey of a lifetime to the sanctuary they now call home. Known as the “Magnificent 7,” Emma, Harper... READ MORE

Magnificent 7 continued... - Tue Aug 7, 2007

Keeli, at only 11-years old, is still growing and is a very large, athletic male. Keeli is showing others how tough he is, but is also learning from Darrell, watching him and looking up to him as the ... READ MORE

Celebrate Tracy's 8-month birthday with new photos! - Mon Aug 20, 2007

Tracy celebrated her 8-month birthday this month and is growing up fast. She is becoming very independent and spends more time on the ground exploring her new surroundings. Tracy is playing with her &... READ MORE

Chimp Haven Featured in New York Times - Mon Nov 12, 2007

During the month of November, Chimp Haven has been featured in TWO national publications. The month started with the sanctuary in the November issue ofSouthern Living Magazine in the travel section! T... READ MORE

Chimp Haven Recognizes Dedicated Volunteers - Mon Jan 21, 2008

Staff and volunteers of Chimp Haven met this weekend during Chimp Haven's Annual Volunteer Brunch and Awards Ceremony which took place Saturday, January 19th at the sanctuary. This annual event re... READ MORE

New Arrivals Mean New Groups at Chimp Haven - Tue Jan 22, 2008

Chimp Haven Inc. has welcomed home 20 additional chimpanzees in the last 3 months, with more on the way! New arrivals mean new groups are being formed and new friends are being made. Chimp Haven is no... READ MORE

Chimp Haven Receives Award - Thu Jan 31, 2008

The Shreveport Bossier Advertising Federation presented its 2007 Image Award to Chimp Haven as part of its 58th Annual Image Awards on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008. The award honors a person, company, ... READ MORE

Texas Judge Decides Fate of OSU Chimpanzees - Fri Feb 15, 2008

KEITHVILLE — A Bexar County, Texas, judge on Friday handed down his decision to grant a motion for summary judgment filed by Primarily Primates Inc. to send six chimpanzees back to the San Anton... READ MORE

Judge Rules Chimps at Chimp Haven be Returned to a South Texas Facility - Tue Feb 19, 2008

Keithville, LA - A San Antonio animal sanctuary has won a court ruling in its effort to regain custody of several chimpanzees that were sent to Chimp Haven in Caddo Parish after the state of Texas se... READ MORE

Chimp Haven Celebrates Easter - Mon Mar 17, 2008

Chimp Haven staff members celebrated Easter early by painting honeydew melons with non-toxic paints and hiding the Easter melons throughout the chimpanzees forested habitats.Staff members came up with... READ MORE

Chimp Haven to Fight for Welfare of Rescued Chimpanzees - Wed Mar 19, 2008

KEITHVILLE, La. – The Chimp Haven Board of Directors made a decision to fight the ruling of a Texas judge that granted a motion for summary judgment, filed by Primarily Primates Inc., that would... READ MORE

Keithville Krewe Featured on Good Morning America! - Fri Mar 21, 2008

The Keithville Krewe gained national attention when Good Morning America featured a story on The Keithville Krewe onFriday, March 21st.Good Morning America- By SHARYN ALFONSI, JOSH GAYNOR, JEN PEREIRA... READ MORE

Lawsuit Against Chimp Haven by Former Employee Dropped - Wed Mar 26, 2008

On Monday, March 24, 2008, the plaintiffs in a lawsuit filed against Chimp Haven and others in 2006, voluntarily moved to dismiss their suit.“We are very happy that Chimp Haven’s reputatio... READ MORE

Chimp Haven Featured on WWL-TV New Orleans! - Tue Apr 29, 2008

By Angela HillEvery face is a story. Whether born in Africa or born in a cage, each of the chimps at Chimp Haven has spent decades in medical labs. Each has contributed to the understanding of polio, ... READ MORE

Caddo Parish Commissioners Pass Resolution of Support for Keithville Krewe - Fri May 9, 2008

KEITHVILLE, La. — In an unprecedented show of faith and support for Chimp Haven, the Caddo Parish Commissioners passed a resolution May 8 supporting permanent residency for the “Keithville... READ MORE

Volunteers Help Make a Difference for United Way's Day of Caring - Mon May 12, 2008

On Friday, May 9th,Chimp Haven welcomed 18 volunteers from Harrah’s Casino, Harrah’s Louisiana Downs, and AEP SWEPCO. These gracious volunteers donated their time to help the chimpanzees a... READ MORE

Dr. Linda Brent Nominated for ATHENA Award - Tue May 13, 2008

Dr. Linda Brent, President and Director of Chimp Haven, has been nominated for the 15th Annual ATHENA Award.The ATHENA Award is presented to one who has attained and personifies the highest level of p... READ MORE

June Chimpanzee Discovery Day a Success! - Wed Jun 18, 2008

Over 500 visitors braved the unpredictable weather this past weekend to attend Chimp Haven’s June Chimpanzee Discovery Day! As visitors made their way down the forested path to the five acre ha... READ MORE

New Wishes for the Chimpanzees! - Mon Jul 7, 2008

Chimp Haven is now home to more than 100 chimpanzees! As you can imagine, with that many chimpanzees, we are always in need of something. From "Little Tykes" toys, board books and hula-hoops... READ MORE

Chimp Haven Shares New Information! - Tue Jul 8, 2008

The chimpanzees at Chimp Haven have adapted very well to their natural environments. Recently, Behavioral Program Manager Amy Fultz presented new information about the chimpanzee’s use of their ... READ MORE

Chimpanzee Discovery Days Are Back! - Tue Aug 19, 2008

It’s been a long, hot summer. Come out September 13th and celebrate the start of fall at Chimp Haven’s Chimpanzee Discovery Days! September’s Discovery Day theme is “Sports in ... READ MORE