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Chimp Haven, Inc.

Sanctuary

Keithville, Louisiana, USA

Chimp Haven, Inc. (Established 1995)
13600 Chimpanzee Place , Keithville , Louisiana 71047 USA
Director: Linda Brent Phone: 318-925-9575 Fax: 318-925-9576 E-mail: info@chimphave.org

Mission: To provide permanent sanctuary for chimpanzees no longer needed for research, as pets, or in the entertainment industry. Chimp Haven is governed by a board of directors and advisory board with expertise in captive chimpanzee management which represent the laboratory, zoo, pharmaceutical and animal protection communities. The sanctuary is located near Shreveport, LA and facilities will house 200 chimpanzees in a naturalistic setting.

Principal Research Programs: The Learning Programs include an emphasis on studies of chimpanzees which will increase knowledge and ability to appropriately care for them in captivity as well as educational opportunities for the students and the public. No invasive research programs will be supported. Volunteer opportunities and internships are available - see www.chimphaven.org for details.

Training Opportunities: Internships and externships are occassionally available for college and graduate level students in primate behavior, enrichment and veterinary care.

Financial Aid: Financial aid unavailable.

Number of Staff: 26

Key Personnel: Linda Brent,Ph.D., President and Director, 318-925-9575, lbrent@chimphaven.org Elysse Orchard, D.V.M., Veterinarian and Associate Director, 318-925-9575, eorchard@chimphaven.org Rick Dela Haya, Public Relations, 318-925-9575, rdelahaya@chimphaven.org

Species Supported: "Pan troglodytes"

Web Site: http://www.chimphaven.org

Publications: The Chimpanzee Chronicle, newsletter of Chimp Haven, Inc., produced quarterly

Entry created: 1998-03-30
Review requested: 2003-11-17
Entry last reviewed: 2006-01-27


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