Beloved 53-year-old chimpanzee at Houston Zoo euthanized due to arthritis, age-related ailments

HOUSTON – The Houston Zoo says its beloved 53-year-old chimpanzee, Charlie, has died.

The zoo said Charlie had been receiving cold laser and massage therapy for over 10 years by primate and veterinary teams. However, despite dedicated care and medical management, his arthritis and other age-related ailments eventually caused Charlie discomfort that could not be eased.

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