monkeys

[simone]

Is it possible to buy a monkey as a pet?? If so where can I get one?

[whiskygalore]

Remember, a primate's for life, not just for Christmas. Yes, a silly answer, but it's a silly question.

[simone]

no its not a silly question I really really want one, if people can have dogs why can't I have a monkey??!! there are enough of them being used for bad purposes at least I will love it.

[Obo]

Not sure if it's any use but I noticed the other day that the Gadget shop appears to be selling the left over moneys from the ITV digital advertising campaign! (only �25!)

[rekstout]

A monkey is wild animal which would suffer greatly in captivity - especially in an urban setting. It would suffer greatly from stress, isolation (they are pack animals) and boredom. On top of that it would be very hard work looking after one as it would require a great deal of training in order to get it to respond to even simple commands (e.g. toilet training). Dogs and cats are domesticated animals which have been bred for obedience and suitability as pets over thousands of years. Obtaining a monkey as a pet - by fair means or foul - and irrespective of personal circumstances - is cruel and selfish. Saying that you would care for it better then other people do does not make it right.

[mikewith]

Why not show you love monkeys by adopting a squirrel monkey at the Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre in Dorset: http://sql.monkeyworld.org.uk/

Monkeys are social creatures that should live in large groups and in particular conditions. It is NOT recommended they be kept as pets!

[simone]

thank you for your answer tratanwizard I have contacted the zoologist who have spoke to me ragarding my situation and feel from where I have explained that I live I have the perfect facilities to raise a monkey they have made an appointment to visit me, and discuss in alot more detail. So there everyone else it can be done and it's not cruel, I think a zoologist would know don't you !! Can anyone think of a good name for him??!!!

[simone]

What are you implying EINSTEIN that I am unintelligble. Not very plesant. You have your views and that is fine but you have no idea what facilities I have on my land for monkeys. I am not so cruel as to just obtain an animal because I like it and it makes me happy, I am not selfish. I realise that the main issue and priorty is that of the animal. I do not need to work and I have abundance of land. I have exactly what monkeys need to be contented and happy. And would, under no circumstances even contemplate on getting an animal unless I could supply this.

[HomerSimpson]

I have to agree with Einstein. In one of your earlier postings you say 'people keep dogs, so why can't I have a monkey'. This statement shows such a monumental lack of understanding that if the RSPCA were to see it they might consider you to be unfit to keep a monkey, no matter how much you think you love them. I would dearly love to have a dog, but I don't because I'm at work all day and it would not be fair on the dog. I also love monkeys and all apes, and would love a monkey as a pet but again I wouldn't dream of it because I must sacrifice my wishes to what is best for the animal. Please think again.

[hundreddolla]

A Zoologist?