Why CESH exists
CESH / Capuchin & Exotic Animal Safe Haven provides long-term sanctuary care for rescued capuchin and exotic animals. The sanctuary was built around one urgent truth: exotic animals are often sold without owners being fully prepared for what adulthood, aggression, diet, medical care, enclosure needs and lifelong responsibility really mean.
Michelle’s journey began after buying a capuchin monkey and learning, through Marlene’s 20+ years of experience, how serious and dangerous the situation could become without proper knowledge. That guidance helped prevent harm and led to a deeper mission: support the sanctuary financially while educating the public before more animals end up abandoned or at risk.
The sanctuary has been sustained mainly through Marlene’s salary and the support of close friends and family. But CESH continues to grow, and so do the costs of food, enclosures, blankets, medical care, enrichment and long-term specialist support for rescued animals.
