| Help us take care of Ernie ~~~~~> |
Holly "Holly Beano" Holly had a little "Gas" problem until her diet was corrected at OPR!
Keikis ring finger sustained unrepairable damage after his owner hit him
with a stick for stealing one of her cigarettes. He was cyanotic from an
untreated heart condition, he was in shock, and he had a concussion. Keiki
was stabilized, and on April 6th 2002 the ring finger on Keiki's right hand was
amputated. There wasn't a dry eye in the clinic that day.
Authorities placed Keiki in protective custody at the Oregon Primate Rescue
facilities following surgery, where he began recovery from cruel abuse. His
heart condition was further diagnosed and life saving heart medications
were added to his daily routine.
On November 15th 2002 Keiki's owner plead no contest to animal abuse in
the first degree and entered a diversion agreement to avoid prosecution.
Permanent custody of the monkey was awarded to OPR.
Keiki is thriving and enjoying his life with other Java monkeys and the staff of
OPR. He shows no grieving for his previous owner, but given the
circumstances of his previous mistreatment, that was not unexpected. The
bonding process with Keiki was almost instant and he has become such a
happy go lucky little guy. The neurotic behaviors Keiki was exhibiting on
arrival have virtually disappeared. Keiki is such a precious soul, and is
adapting to the loss of his finger. But on occasion he command's attention to
it by holding the disfigured hand up to his caretakers, as if he wants to make
sure they're aware of his loss.
with a stick for stealing one of her cigarettes. He was cyanotic from an
untreated heart condition, he was in shock, and he had a concussion. Keiki
was stabilized, and on April 6th 2002 the ring finger on Keiki's right hand was
amputated. There wasn't a dry eye in the clinic that day.
Authorities placed Keiki in protective custody at the Oregon Primate Rescue
facilities following surgery, where he began recovery from cruel abuse. His
heart condition was further diagnosed and life saving heart medications
were added to his daily routine.
On November 15th 2002 Keiki's owner plead no contest to animal abuse in
the first degree and entered a diversion agreement to avoid prosecution.
Permanent custody of the monkey was awarded to OPR.
Keiki is thriving and enjoying his life with other Java monkeys and the staff of
OPR. He shows no grieving for his previous owner, but given the
circumstances of his previous mistreatment, that was not unexpected. The
bonding process with Keiki was almost instant and he has become such a
happy go lucky little guy. The neurotic behaviors Keiki was exhibiting on
arrival have virtually disappeared. Keiki is such a precious soul, and is
adapting to the loss of his finger. But on occasion he command's attention to
it by holding the disfigured hand up to his caretakers, as if he wants to make
sure they're aware of his loss.
Monkeys...
Ernie then... Miracle Monkey Ernie now...
Keiki then... Keiki loves hanging out with his companion "Mandy" Keiki now...
| Help us take care of Keiki ~~~~~> |
Amy "Big Mama" Amy thinks she's the "Room monitor" & scolds the younger monkeys when
she thinks they've mis-behaved!
she thinks they've mis-behaved!
| Help us take care of Amy ~~~~~> |
| Justin Tyler Justin has a mouth like Steven Tyler, & loves music! Justin grooming Holly |
| Help us take care of Justin ~~~~~> |
Holly is a female Java Macaque monkey who joined OPR at
11 months of age. She spent her entire young life as an
exhibit in a pet store. On arrival, Holly presented with severe
intestinal problems resulting from inadequate nutrition and a
diet of mainly Taco Bell and McDonald's. She had to be
strictly quarantined for a bacterial infection causing severe
and debilitating diarrhea. After 3 months of expensive, and
time consuming treatments, she fully recovered. She is now
receiving the nutrition she was deprived of as an infant, and
is thriving with her new Java buddies.
11 months of age. She spent her entire young life as an
exhibit in a pet store. On arrival, Holly presented with severe
intestinal problems resulting from inadequate nutrition and a
diet of mainly Taco Bell and McDonald's. She had to be
strictly quarantined for a bacterial infection causing severe
and debilitating diarrhea. After 3 months of expensive, and
time consuming treatments, she fully recovered. She is now
receiving the nutrition she was deprived of as an infant, and
is thriving with her new Java buddies.
Amy, a Barbary Ape, joined the OPR
monkey family in April 2006. Amy is
recovering from injuries due to a fall, and
will require ongoing veterinary care. Her
owner of 20 some years lacked the
resources needed for her continued care
and surrendered her to the OPR facility.
Amy arrived covered with maggot infested
injuries, morbidly obese and suffering
from diet related health problems. She is
healing, thriving on her new diet, and
enjoying companionship from the other
OPR monkeys.
monkey family in April 2006. Amy is
recovering from injuries due to a fall, and
will require ongoing veterinary care. Her
owner of 20 some years lacked the
resources needed for her continued care
and surrendered her to the OPR facility.
Amy arrived covered with maggot infested
injuries, morbidly obese and suffering
from diet related health problems. She is
healing, thriving on her new diet, and
enjoying companionship from the other
OPR monkeys.
| Help us take care of Holly ~~~~~> |
Justin, a Java Macaque monkey came to us at the tender young age of 6
months. We were his fourth, but final home. On arrival this little guy had
emotional problems including excessive aggressiveness, (which we
see a lot of in monkeys removed from their mothers before six months of
age) abandonment issues, separation anxiety disorder, and self-
mutilating behavior. His previous owners were told that he would be a
great companion for their young human children, and that raising a 3 day
old monkey was no different than raising a human baby. The family who
ultimately contacted us for placement was unable to cope with his
aggressive behaviors, and became fearful for the safety of their human
children. In addition they were unable to spend the amount of time
required to provide for his needs. After months of rehabilitation, Justin’s
overly aggressive behavior subsided, he stopped his self-mutilating
behaviors, and now as an adult, is thriving in his new and permanent
environment with his Java companions.
months. We were his fourth, but final home. On arrival this little guy had
emotional problems including excessive aggressiveness, (which we
see a lot of in monkeys removed from their mothers before six months of
age) abandonment issues, separation anxiety disorder, and self-
mutilating behavior. His previous owners were told that he would be a
great companion for their young human children, and that raising a 3 day
old monkey was no different than raising a human baby. The family who
ultimately contacted us for placement was unable to cope with his
aggressive behaviors, and became fearful for the safety of their human
children. In addition they were unable to spend the amount of time
required to provide for his needs. After months of rehabilitation, Justin’s
overly aggressive behavior subsided, he stopped his self-mutilating
behaviors, and now as an adult, is thriving in his new and permanent
environment with his Java companions.
Tyler "Little Cherub" "Timid little Tyler" isn't Timid ALL the time..but he's still our little cherub!
| Help us take care of Tyler ~~~~~> |
Tyler, a Java Macaque monkey, was surrendered to the OPR facility in
October 2005. Tyler was purchased as a pet at only a few days old.
For 5 years Tyler’s owner never anticipated an event that would cause
her to part with her cherished companion. As she attempted to restrain
the now adult Tyler, who had become frightened, her hand was bitten
severely, causing permanent disability. Realizing that the monkey was
not a suitable pet, she relinquished custody of Tyler OPR.
Tyler should do well at OPR with so many Java's to bond with.
NEWS FLASH......Tyler's dream came true, he has been successfully
paired with a new rescue monkey named "Kermie" & has a GREAT best
friend!
October 2005. Tyler was purchased as a pet at only a few days old.
For 5 years Tyler’s owner never anticipated an event that would cause
her to part with her cherished companion. As she attempted to restrain
the now adult Tyler, who had become frightened, her hand was bitten
severely, causing permanent disability. Realizing that the monkey was
not a suitable pet, she relinquished custody of Tyler OPR.
Tyler should do well at OPR with so many Java's to bond with.
NEWS FLASH......Tyler's dream came true, he has been successfully
paired with a new rescue monkey named "Kermie" & has a GREAT best
friend!
Kermie then... Pictured to the right , Kermie tries to catch sun rays on his way Kermie now...
to meet his new companion!
to meet his new companion!
| Help us take care of Kermie~~~~~> |
Kermie is a 17 yr old Java Macaque who was placed with OPR by his owner as
she was unable to keep him. When he arrived he was profoundly dehydrated &
neurotically rocking under a fleece blanket. I cried as I watched him drift in & out
of reality, the worst case of mental illness I have ever seen in a monkey. After
extensive medical testing Kermie was diagnosed with an array of diet related
health problems which should resolve with adequate nutrition. But he was also
diagnosed with emphysema & possible early stage lung cancer due to living in
a smoke filled environment. Kermie will be rechecked frequently to monitor his
lungs. We're hoping that the fresh air at OPR will help reverse at least some of
the damage to his lungs, & that he will make a full recovery. After his quarantine
period at OPR, Kermie was placed in a temporary buddy cage next to Tyler.
After a couple weeks he was introduced into Tyler's area & the two have
become best of friends. We let Kermie take his blanket in with him as he was
so attached to it. Hoping that as his bond with Tyler strengthened he wouldn't
need it anymore. But now we find the boys BOTH snuggled under the blanket
together at night, so we'll let them keep it. (wink)
she was unable to keep him. When he arrived he was profoundly dehydrated &
neurotically rocking under a fleece blanket. I cried as I watched him drift in & out
of reality, the worst case of mental illness I have ever seen in a monkey. After
extensive medical testing Kermie was diagnosed with an array of diet related
health problems which should resolve with adequate nutrition. But he was also
diagnosed with emphysema & possible early stage lung cancer due to living in
a smoke filled environment. Kermie will be rechecked frequently to monitor his
lungs. We're hoping that the fresh air at OPR will help reverse at least some of
the damage to his lungs, & that he will make a full recovery. After his quarantine
period at OPR, Kermie was placed in a temporary buddy cage next to Tyler.
After a couple weeks he was introduced into Tyler's area & the two have
become best of friends. We let Kermie take his blanket in with him as he was
so attached to it. Hoping that as his bond with Tyler strengthened he wouldn't
need it anymore. But now we find the boys BOTH snuggled under the blanket
together at night, so we'll let them keep it. (wink)
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| Help us take care of Mandy ~~~~> |
Mandy, a Java Macaque monkey was purchased as a 2 week old infant
by a couple in Oregon who's good intentions included providing
lifetime care in an enriched and nurturing environment. They had
"Done their research" and felt certain they could dedicate the rest of
their lives caring for this special little girl.
Shortly after her arrival they called OPR for advice in feeding as she
was refusing her bottles and was not thriving. In less than 6 weeks it
became apparent that Mandy's care was not going to be easy, and she
was surrendered to OPR. On arrival Mandy was thin, probably due to
vomiting after eating. With a new formula, and smaller feedings at
frequent intervals, Mandy stopped vomiting and with rehabilitation
started to thrive.
We were notified a short time later that Mandy’s birth mother went into
an irreversible grieving process from the loss of her infant and died a
few weeks after Mandy was taken from her life.
Mandy, now a juvenile, is thriving with her Java buddies.
by a couple in Oregon who's good intentions included providing
lifetime care in an enriched and nurturing environment. They had
"Done their research" and felt certain they could dedicate the rest of
their lives caring for this special little girl.
Shortly after her arrival they called OPR for advice in feeding as she
was refusing her bottles and was not thriving. In less than 6 weeks it
became apparent that Mandy's care was not going to be easy, and she
was surrendered to OPR. On arrival Mandy was thin, probably due to
vomiting after eating. With a new formula, and smaller feedings at
frequent intervals, Mandy stopped vomiting and with rehabilitation
started to thrive.
We were notified a short time later that Mandy’s birth mother went into
an irreversible grieving process from the loss of her infant and died a
few weeks after Mandy was taken from her life.
Mandy, now a juvenile, is thriving with her Java buddies.
| Help us take care of Xena~~~~~> |
Xena is a 12 year old female "long haired Spider Monkey",
also called a "White Fronted, or White-Bellied" Spider
Monkey", who was placed with OPR in mid August 2007.
Xena arrived with a grapefruit sized ovarian cyst & other
health related problems. A tremendous financial
undertaking for OPR, but a routine part of our program! Her
cystic ovary weighing in at a whopping 1-1/2 pounds was
removed by a team of OPR medical specialists (right)
shortly after her arrival, which eliminated this very painful
condition and probably saved her life! The ovary had grown
so large that it was affecting the function of her other internal
organs. A second cystic ovary was also removed. A few
short weeks after arriving at OPR, Xenas blood glucose
levels returned to normal for the first time in years,
according to her previous veterinarian! The hormones
related to her cystic ovaries may have contributed to her
diabetic condition. We are still very concerned, and working
hard to reduce her cholesterol & triglyceride levels. Her
triglycerides should be under 150, and are an astronomical
974! Her new diet at OPR should also help reduce these
dangerously high levels, but we will be monitoring her
closely and may need to add medication until the levels
reduce to a safer range.
also called a "White Fronted, or White-Bellied" Spider
Monkey", who was placed with OPR in mid August 2007.
Xena arrived with a grapefruit sized ovarian cyst & other
health related problems. A tremendous financial
undertaking for OPR, but a routine part of our program! Her
cystic ovary weighing in at a whopping 1-1/2 pounds was
removed by a team of OPR medical specialists (right)
shortly after her arrival, which eliminated this very painful
condition and probably saved her life! The ovary had grown
so large that it was affecting the function of her other internal
organs. A second cystic ovary was also removed. A few
short weeks after arriving at OPR, Xenas blood glucose
levels returned to normal for the first time in years,
according to her previous veterinarian! The hormones
related to her cystic ovaries may have contributed to her
diabetic condition. We are still very concerned, and working
hard to reduce her cholesterol & triglyceride levels. Her
triglycerides should be under 150, and are an astronomical
974! Her new diet at OPR should also help reduce these
dangerously high levels, but we will be monitoring her
closely and may need to add medication until the levels
reduce to a safer range.
Ernie, a Java Macaque monkey, arrived at OPR as an infant weighing only
8 ounces. He was showing significant signs of physical abnormalities,
and having seizures.
After arranging for a team of specialists, and months of expensive testing,
it was discovered that Ernie had a hereditary seizure disorder that he
would not outgrow. He had severely under developed lungs, a severely
under developed liver and a heart that was enlarged to 4-1/2 times that of a
normal healthy monkey. His heart was so large that it was pressing
against his trachea causing yet another problem called "collapsing
trachea" We were informed that Ernie was the product of severe
inbreeding and that he would never reach his first birthday.
Ernie celebrated his ninth birthday in May 2007! Ernie is not only a miracle,
he's OPR’s ambassador, the ‘peace maker’ amongst the other monkeys,
the town clown, and he helps new rescue monkeys feel at home.
If you'd like a copy of Ernie's hand print, Send him a 'special' donation, or a
TOY & he'll give you a copy! :0)
8 ounces. He was showing significant signs of physical abnormalities,
and having seizures.
After arranging for a team of specialists, and months of expensive testing,
it was discovered that Ernie had a hereditary seizure disorder that he
would not outgrow. He had severely under developed lungs, a severely
under developed liver and a heart that was enlarged to 4-1/2 times that of a
normal healthy monkey. His heart was so large that it was pressing
against his trachea causing yet another problem called "collapsing
trachea" We were informed that Ernie was the product of severe
inbreeding and that he would never reach his first birthday.
Ernie celebrated his ninth birthday in May 2007! Ernie is not only a miracle,
he's OPR’s ambassador, the ‘peace maker’ amongst the other monkeys,
the town clown, and he helps new rescue monkeys feel at home.
If you'd like a copy of Ernie's hand print, Send him a 'special' donation, or a
TOY & he'll give you a copy! :0)
Pearly Su, a Java Macaque monkey, was retired from
research and placed with us at 2 years of age.
Pearly Su is a perfect companion for “Ernie”, (above) as
she alerts our caretakers when Ernie has a seizure
episode, and holds onto him during the seizures,
which prevent him from falling. The two are extremely
bonded and enjoy their enriched life at OPR!
Pearly Su is one of the more intelligent monkeys we
have encountered at OPR. When given a key, she is
repeatedly able to unlock the padlock on her enclosure.
(so we don’t GIVE her the key)
research and placed with us at 2 years of age.
Pearly Su is a perfect companion for “Ernie”, (above) as
she alerts our caretakers when Ernie has a seizure
episode, and holds onto him during the seizures,
which prevent him from falling. The two are extremely
bonded and enjoy their enriched life at OPR!
Pearly Su is one of the more intelligent monkeys we
have encountered at OPR. When given a key, she is
repeatedly able to unlock the padlock on her enclosure.
(so we don’t GIVE her the key)
Pearly Su "China Berry Monkey" Pearly uses a key as a tool to open padlocks! Retired from research!
| Help us take care of Pearly Su ~~~~~> |
Ernie's
Hand
Print
Hand
| Xena "Warrior Princess" |
| Sponsor a Monkey! For only $120.00 per year ($10.00 a month) you can sponsor any of the monkeys below! Sponsor's receive an 8" X 10" laminated "Certificate of Appreciation" with a color photo of the monkey they choose to help. You can also request a "Gift of Sponsorship" which will be sent in the name & honor of the person you request. This is truly a gift of life! 6 - 12 month sponsorships also receive an OPR pen & a copy of Ernie's hand print! Sorry we don't have hand prints of everyone, but Ernie's the only one who was willing to get ink on his hand! |
Holly plays with a peanut butter filled
kong...MESSY but SO MUCH FUN!
kong...MESSY but SO MUCH FUN!
Snuggle
time with
Mandy
time with
Mandy
Amy loves playing in water!
Mandy "Mandy pants" Our "Fat little potato"... Mandy snoozes on her
humans knee...
humans knee...
| Jobi " He who runs with shoes" Jobi has a shoe fetish! |
| Rambo "Water boy" "King Rambo" guarding his 'castle' |
Jobi is a 10-12 year old neutered male
" Black Handed Spider" Monkey who
was placed with OPR in mid August
2007. Jobi has an abnormal gait which
is most likely the result of a bone
abnormality due to inadequate diet at a
very young age.
Jobi also has a "shoe fetish" and If an
opportunity presents itself for Jobi to
steal your shoe, he will do so and run
like the wind with it, as if it were a most
prized possession!
Jobi is a very shy monkey with a very
sweet disposition! He loves to be hand
fed & pampered!
" Black Handed Spider" Monkey who
was placed with OPR in mid August
2007. Jobi has an abnormal gait which
is most likely the result of a bone
abnormality due to inadequate diet at a
very young age.
Jobi also has a "shoe fetish" and If an
opportunity presents itself for Jobi to
steal your shoe, he will do so and run
like the wind with it, as if it were a most
prized possession!
Jobi is a very shy monkey with a very
sweet disposition! He loves to be hand
fed & pampered!
Rambo is a 17 year old neutered male
Capuchin who was placed with OPR in
mid August 2007. His teeth were removed
at an early age and he suffers from a jaw
mal-alignment problem associated with
receding jaw bones. Rambo has his very
own 'chef' who creates special soft meals
for the toothless monkey. Rambo is a
'chronic puker' which is an abnormal
behavior caused either by emotional or
physical reasons, or a combination of the
two. Chronic puking is not all that
uncommon in some captive monkeys and
can damage the esophagus & cause
other health related problems. We are
working quickly on a diagnosis and will
provide whatever treatment he may need
to hopefully correct the problem.
Rambo LOVES playing in the water on
warm days. He will take the hose and run
with it spraying everyone in sight! Rambo
is a very rambunctious monkey and is
thriving on all the attention he gets from
OPR staff & volunteers!
Capuchin who was placed with OPR in
mid August 2007. His teeth were removed
at an early age and he suffers from a jaw
mal-alignment problem associated with
receding jaw bones. Rambo has his very
own 'chef' who creates special soft meals
for the toothless monkey. Rambo is a
'chronic puker' which is an abnormal
behavior caused either by emotional or
physical reasons, or a combination of the
two. Chronic puking is not all that
uncommon in some captive monkeys and
can damage the esophagus & cause
other health related problems. We are
working quickly on a diagnosis and will
provide whatever treatment he may need
to hopefully correct the problem.
Rambo LOVES playing in the water on
warm days. He will take the hose and run
with it spraying everyone in sight! Rambo
is a very rambunctious monkey and is
thriving on all the attention he gets from
OPR staff & volunteers!
| Help us take care of Jobi~~~~~> |
| Help us take care of Rambo~~~~~> |
Java Macaque Monkey
Xena getting TLC
after undergoing
major surgery
after undergoing
major surgery
Surgery
photos
photos
"Jobi" eating & talking at the same time.
Hey...Monkeys have their own idea of
proper etiquette!
Hey...Monkeys have their own idea of
proper etiquette!
Peek a Boo!
Rambo, Xena & Jobi were taken in as rescues at various
stages in their lives by their previous owner, who was very
bonded to the monkeys. Her decision to place them was
difficult, & made when she encountered unforeseen life
changes which made keeping & caring for them impossible.
stages in their lives by their previous owner, who was very
bonded to the monkeys. Her decision to place them was
difficult, & made when she encountered unforeseen life
changes which made keeping & caring for them impossible.
| Peanut Aka: Lil Stinky Peanut visiting with her 'mirror image' |
| Help us take care of Peanut~~~~~> |
Peanut at the OPR computer
Peanut is a 3 year old female Common Marmoset
who was placed in the care of OPR after being
confiscated by officials from an illegal situation.
This tiny little girl, weighing just over 400 grams is
thriving in her new environment. She enjoys
companionship with her human caretakers, and
loves to visit with her image in the mirror.
Unlike apes and Old World monkeys, smell is
very important to New World monkeys. A
specialized organ in their nasal cavity (a second
nose) called the vomeronasal organ, allows them
to process chemical signals and discern
information about other monkeys. Because of the
presence of this "second nose", scents are very
important tools of communication in the New
World monkeys. Common Marmosets convey
information by marking objects with secretions
from specialized scent glands around their anus
and genitals, their chests, and sometimes even
their cheek areas. Information conveyed by scent
marking includes demarcating home range and
resources within that range, and advertising
reproductive and social status. Hence the
nickname, "Lil Stinky".
who was placed in the care of OPR after being
confiscated by officials from an illegal situation.
This tiny little girl, weighing just over 400 grams is
thriving in her new environment. She enjoys
companionship with her human caretakers, and
loves to visit with her image in the mirror.
Unlike apes and Old World monkeys, smell is
very important to New World monkeys. A
specialized organ in their nasal cavity (a second
nose) called the vomeronasal organ, allows them
to process chemical signals and discern
information about other monkeys. Because of the
presence of this "second nose", scents are very
important tools of communication in the New
World monkeys. Common Marmosets convey
information by marking objects with secretions
from specialized scent glands around their anus
and genitals, their chests, and sometimes even
their cheek areas. Information conveyed by scent
marking includes demarcating home range and
resources within that range, and advertising
reproductive and social status. Hence the
nickname, "Lil Stinky".
| Noel OPR's Little Sweetheart |
| Help us take care of Noel~~~~~> |
Noel is a 12 year old Java Macaque who was
surrendered to OPR in December 2007. Her owner
was suffering from age related health problems and
not able to provide proper care. Noel's front teeth
were removed a few years ago when Noel started
biting her owner, but she still has molars & is able to
chew her food.
Noel exhibits multiple abnormal behaviors such as
rocking under a blanket, raking the top of her head
with her fingernails and self biting. Noel is a very
sweet natured monkey and loves to groom her
human caretakers. During her 'grooming sessions'
at OPR, the abnormal behaviors stop. We have hope
that when Noel is permanently paired with another
compatible monkey, these behaviors will diminish
altogether. She hasn't been housed with other
primates to date, but has shown intense interest in
making friends with other Java's since arriving at
OPR. Noel has a submissive disposition that the
other Javas find acceptable, and when the time is
right it should be relatively easy to pair her with a
permanent companion.
surrendered to OPR in December 2007. Her owner
was suffering from age related health problems and
not able to provide proper care. Noel's front teeth
were removed a few years ago when Noel started
biting her owner, but she still has molars & is able to
chew her food.
Noel exhibits multiple abnormal behaviors such as
rocking under a blanket, raking the top of her head
with her fingernails and self biting. Noel is a very
sweet natured monkey and loves to groom her
human caretakers. During her 'grooming sessions'
at OPR, the abnormal behaviors stop. We have hope
that when Noel is permanently paired with another
compatible monkey, these behaviors will diminish
altogether. She hasn't been housed with other
primates to date, but has shown intense interest in
making friends with other Java's since arriving at
OPR. Noel has a submissive disposition that the
other Javas find acceptable, and when the time is
right it should be relatively easy to pair her with a
permanent companion.
Noel loves to look at herself in the mirror!
| George As in "Curious" |
| Help us take care of George~~~~~> |
George is an infant Rhesus
Macaque who was placed with
OPR in 2008 when his Florida
owner was no longer able to
keep him. George is hanging
out with the humans until he
can be paired with another
monkey. But until that time, he's
having a lot of fun swimming in
the therapy pool, grooming our
arms, and snuggle time with
the humans and his teddy bear!
Macaque who was placed with
OPR in 2008 when his Florida
owner was no longer able to
keep him. George is hanging
out with the humans until he
can be paired with another
monkey. But until that time, he's
having a lot of fun swimming in
the therapy pool, grooming our
arms, and snuggle time with
the humans and his teddy bear!
| We love baby George! |
Baby monkeys are SO
cute! That's why so
many people purchase
them as pets. They
don't realize the drastic
changes that happen
at the onset of maturity,
or how complicated
their care will become!
cute! That's why so
many people purchase
them as pets. They
don't realize the drastic
changes that happen
at the onset of maturity,
or how complicated
their care will become!
At this young age, George can still be
handled by humans. But when he
matures that will most likely change
and he will need companionship from
other monkeys. That's why it's important
to socialize him with other monkeys as
soon as possible.
handled by humans. But when he
matures that will most likely change
and he will need companionship from
other monkeys. That's why it's important
to socialize him with other monkeys as
soon as possible.