Primarily Primates Inc

Primarily Primates, Inc. (PPI), is a nonprofit animal sanctuary in Bexar County, Texas that is accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries and is dedicated to creating a better future for over 300 animals, including 31 chimpanzees.

Located in the Hill Country of South Texas, PPI is the oldest primate sanctuary in North America and is actively accepting new residents, including new chimpanzee residents. This 78-acre sanctuary has also become a refuge for native flora and fauna, serving as a wildlife corridor in a rapidly developing world. Surrounded by native oak trees, cedar trees, a beautiful pond, and various flowering plants, the permanent residents of PPI enjoy scenic views from beautiful habitats and greenspaces. 

PPI is known for its innovative enrichment program, and for its focus on the holistic needs of its amazing residents. PPI ensures the highest standard of care for the physical, social, and mental needs for each of its 300 residents, encouraging these beautiful animals to engage in naturalistic behaviors.

Primarily Primates, Inc. is dedicated to providing a better future for these animals, and for any animals needing rescue from biomedical research, the pet trade, and/or the entertainment industry.  PPI has wholeheartedly committed to the comfort and care of each resident. Before finding sanctuary, these beautiful and intelligent animals lived dismal lives, deprived of freedom, natural experiences, and same-species companionship. 

With dozens of captive chimpanzees needing rescue in the United States alone, PPI needs help from supporters like you to continue this lifesaving work. Together, we can create a better future for all great apes. 

Residents at PPI live with respect and dignity, choosing how to spend their time

Left to Right: Buck, Cheetah, Willie, Shu Shu