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It depends on which state you live in. Some states have total bans on all primates. Other states require permitting and ban certain species, such as the great apes, and/or Macaques. Other states have no regulations, BUT some counties within those state...
In the US it depends on your state, and then local laws. About 19 states have total bans. The rest have either partial bans requiring permits for others, or no regulations at all. Note that even in states with no laws some counties do have bans. For an...
I would probably give her really nice treat, or something that makes her happy, wrap her in a warm blanket in my arms, and have the vet do it while in my arms so that she feels safe, and loved, and quietly falls asleep. If you can have it done at home...
I buy the preemie or newborn sizes, which ever is available. I get them at Walmart or Walgreens. I usually cut around them a bit. That size should fit her since they fit my adult squirrel monkeys. She is really cute. Wish you both best of luck. Eilee...
I have 2 squirrel monkeys and my mother in law has 3 capuchins. They do require A LOT of work Visit www.PetMonkeyInfo.com for more detailed information on life with a pet monkey and their care. The need 24 hour companionship, specialized diets, and en...
I take mine to an exotic animal vet in south Miami. He charges $349 for the initial visit where the primate is given all their shots (Rabies, tetanus, rubella...) and cultures/general health check. If you were doing just a physical and culture check fo...
You should take the cauchin to an exotic animal vet. If there is none available in your area for you to contact, I would call a pediatritian. Our anatomies are very similar, and they may be able to point you in th eright direction as to how it would be...
I have 2 squirrel monkeys and my mother in law has 3 capuchins. They do require A LOT of work, so make sure you have done the proper research before getting one. Visit www.PetMonkeyInfo.com for more detailed information on life with a pet monkey and th...
I have 2 squirrel monkeys and my mother in law has 3 capuchins. They do require A LOT of work, so make sure you have done the proper research before getting one. Visit www.PetMonkeyInfo.com for more detailed information on life with a pet monkey and th...
I have 2 squirrel monkeys, and my mother-in-law has 3 capuchins. Vsit www.PetMonkeyInfo.com to learn more about pet monkeys. We love them dearly and dedicate our lives to them. They do require A LOT of work, time, enrichment and specialized diet. C...