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Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Chimp Haven Has Lost A Popular Chimpanzee Named Puddin

Puddin', shown eating fruit in this 2005 photo at the public opening of Chimp Haven.

Puddin', shown eating fruit in this 2005 photo at the public opening of Chimp Haven. (Times file photo)

A popular chimpanzee at Caddo’s Chimp Haven has died. Puddin’, 31, died Saturday, according to a news release from the sanctuary. He had heart disease.

The chimpanzee was one of the most asked about during Chimp Haven visitations, organization leaders said.

“Puddin’ had a personality that captivated us all,” said Chimp Haven President and Director Dr. Linda Brent. “In spite of coming to Chimp Haven as a timid, traumatized chimpanzee, he showed us that a strong spirit can triumph over adversity.”

Chimp Haven, The National Chimpanzee Sanctuary, houses retired chimps that were formerly used for biomedical research, entertainment or as pets. It is about 25 miles southwest of Shreveport, near Keithville.

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Photos of Puddin

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