Keeper Training PASA Sanctuaries What is a PASA

Keeper Training PASA Sanctuaries

What is a PASA Sanctuary? • Definition of PASA member sanctuaries: • “A PASA member sanctuary provides a safe and secure home for African primates in need. The welfare of the individuals and the preservation of the species are of prime importance. The sanctuary uses an integrated approach to conservation, which can include rehabilitation and reintroduction. ”

Current Numbers 22 Organizations housing monkeys and apes in 13 countries in Africa

Why Do We Need PASA Sanctuaries? Multiple conservation issues have led to orphaned primates who are confiscated or surrendered Habitat fragmentation Pet Trade Bushmeat Disease Others

How do primates end up here? • Authorities may confiscate a monkey or ape • A person holding a monkey or ape may surrender the animal to the authorities or to the sanctuary itself

Deciding Best Placement for a Primate • Involves a Decision Tree that takes into account what is best for an individual primate. Considerations include: • Species (Hybrid? Endangered species? ) • Country of origin • Ability to provide individual with a suitable social group • Space in a particular sanctuary • Sanctuary facilities • Contraception issues • Chances for release or reintroduction

Principles of PASA Sanctuaries • May not purchase or provide compensation of any sort to acquire animals • No selling, trading, loaning, or trafficking of any wildlife placed in sanctuary is allowed • Whenever possible we try to keep primates in their country of origin • Register with national organizations and comply with local, national, and international laws

PASA Ideals • Consult • With other experts in the field – locally, nationally, internationally & globally • Collaborate & Cooperate • With law enforcement, other sanctuaries, local communities • Coordinate • For the best welfare outcomes and the best interest of each individual primate in our care

Additional PASA Ideals • Integrate • With the local culture & community • Facilitate • Primate welfare & care • Educate • On issues affecting primates in Africa

SOP’s – Standard Operating Procedures Each PASA sanctuary should have an SOP manual available at all times in a staff area. These documents should be reviewed regularly by staff and will be updated at least every 2 years.

SOP Manuals Include (Specific to Individual Sanctuaries) • Daily routines • Rules • Protocols • Emergency procedures • Diets • Record keeping procedures • Enrichment Items

Staff Members & Volunteers • Training will be assessed regularly • Training will be ongoing in order to communicate: • Advancements & new developments in the field • Improved welfare practices • New veterinary procedures • New care/feeding/cleaning methods

PASA Training • Workshops, conferences & other training available • Funded by PASA • Topics include • Enclosure construction • Disease prevention • Financial planning • Fundraising • Social media • Animal Health • Reintroduction

Conclusions

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The PASA Primate Care Training Program is made possible by a generous grant from Fondation Brigitte Bardot.