Dorli is considered the boss of the group. She shows the others their boundaries and is patient until she decides that the group needs to calm down again. She shows Pumuckl very clearly when he has had enough of his imposing behavior. She is a very dominant chimpanzee and is considered headstrong and stubborn. During the training sessions, Dorli had to learn that "give and take" within a group is very important. She is particularly thorough when it comes to grooming. She is considered to be a very eager eater and likes all kinds of food. She regularly makes her rounds in the outdoor enclosures to make sure that everyone is doing well. Dorli has developed a strong protective instinct and takes particular care of Pumuckl when he is in the outdoor enclosure. She always accompanies Carmen outside, defending and protecting her.
