Chimpanzee sanctuaries house thousands of animals rescued from entertainment, research, and the bushmeat trade, with complex welfare management needs.
Chimpanzees arriving at sanctuaries from research facilities often show severe psychological trauma including stereotypies, aggression, and fear responses. Rehabilitation requires years of careful social introduction and enrichment programming. Sanctuaries that provide appropriate social groups, outdoor access, and cognitive enrichment achieve substantial welfare improvement. Funding these programs is a direct welfare investment.