http://www.funadvice.com/my/advice/xeileen916x en-us 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 states do have bans. Always check with your State's Fish & Game Department, and then local laws. Some states require experience prior to getting a primate. I suggest you do your research FIRST. Primates are in the baby stage for 1-3 years tops. After that they require persons who know how to handle an adult primate, and what their temperament is like. Visit www.PetMonkeyInfo.com for more information and an outline on which states have bans etc. Primate ownership can be very fullfilling, BUT it takes a VERY dedicated person with patience,understanding, and knowledge of their husbandry. xeileen916x Wed, 23 Jul 2008 08:50:44 -0700 http://www.funadvice.com/q/pet_monkeys 441659 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 outline of states visit www.petmonkeyinfo.com/laws.html. Also read the rest of the site. Monkeys are very cute when young, but during and after maturity require persons who understand their needs, and know how to handle them. They are A LOT or work, and require constant companionship to be happy. Capuchins are a 40+ year commitment. Are you sure that you are ready for that? You will have an animal who will be in the terrible two's stage for EVER. Research all that you can before getting one and make sure that monkey ownership is right for you. xeileen916x Wed, 23 Jul 2008 07:53:56 -0700 http://www.funadvice.com/q/pet_monkeys 441560 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 then great. I would do this as a last resort if she was suffering and could not be cured. I am not what that condition she has is, but apparently others say it can be cured. xeileen916x Sun, 09 Mar 2008 21:07:53 -0700 http://www.funadvice.com/q/dog_lover 256960 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. Eileen www.PetMonkeyInfo.com xeileen916x Sun, 09 Mar 2008 20:59:34 -0700 http://www.funadvice.com/q/diapers_28790 256931 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 enrichment, in order to be happy. In captivity, they require monkey chow specially made for New World Monkeys, and a variety of fruits and veggies. Mine eat soaked biscuits, carrots, peanuts, grapes, broccoli, asparagus, cauliflower, apples... In the wild they will eat insects such as crickets, lizard/bird eggs, varied fruits and nuts. xeileen916x Tue, 08 Jan 2008 22:25:22 -0800 http://www.funadvice.com/q/what_capuchin_monkeys_eat 181912 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 for intestinal bacteria and such, it would be less. xeileen916x Tue, 08 Jan 2008 22:18:33 -0800 http://www.funadvice.com/q/monkeys 181907 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 treated in a human baby. I know of several primate owners who have done so in the absence of an exotic vet. xeileen916x Tue, 08 Jan 2008 22:13:33 -0800 http://www.funadvice.com/q/sick_capuchin 181903 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 their care. The need 24 hour companionship, specialized diets, and enrichment, in order to be happy. They are a LIFETIME Commitment and will bond to you and your family. They require monkey chow specially made for New World Monkeys, and a variety of fruits and veggies. Mine eat soaked biscuits, carrots, peanuts, grapes, broccoli, asparagus, cauliflower, apples... They should be fed the varied stuff about 2-3 times a day, but always leave a fresh supply of monkey chow and water. Visit the vet as soon as the monkey is acquired for all shots (rabies, tetanus, rubela...) and tests, tuberculosis and overall health. After that about once a year for vaccine updates and general checkups. BUT please remember to do your RESEARCH. Monkeys are not like having a dog. It can be the best experience of your life or the worst. It all depends on how you educate yourself. Visit my site so that you can see what it really takes,a dn determine if ownership is right for you. www.PetMonkeyInfo.com xeileen916x Tue, 08 Jan 2008 22:04:53 -0800 http://www.funadvice.com/q/monkey_106096 181895 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 their care. The need 24 hour companionship, specialized diets, and enrichment, in order to be happy. They are a LIFETIME Commitment and will bond to you and your family. 1. What you can do to your pet capuchins depends on you as the owner and how much time you spend with them. Some monkeys will let you clip their nails while others won't. I believe it is more of a character specific issue, than a breed specific issue. I can diaper, bathe, etc my monkeys but they won't let me clip their nails. I do know other capuchin monkey owners who are able to clip their nails. I believe they use regular nail clippers, but are just extra careful not to clip to close to the skin. 2. I bathe mine about once a 3-4 weeks, unless they get dirty before that. BUT as babies you will have to bathe them much more often (about every other day or so) to get them accustomed to you bathing them. I use infant shampoos that are hypoallergenic and don't irritate eyes. As babies, since you are bathing them often I would use oly warm water on some days adn shampo on others. 3. They require monkey chow specially made for New World Monkeys, and a variety of fruits and veggies. Mine eat soaked biscuits, carrots, peanuts, grapes, broccoli, asparagus, cauliflower, apples... 4. Visit the vet as soon as the monkey is acquired for all shots (rabies, tetanus, rubela...) and tests, tuberculosis and overall health. After that about once a year for vaccine updates and general checkups. 5. If you have no experience as a baby. Usually at 1 month they are given to owners. BUT please remember to do your RESEARCH. Monkeys are not like having a dog. It can be the best experience of your life or the worst. It all depends on how you educate yourself. Visit my site so that you can see what it really takes,a dn determine if ownership is right for you. www.PetMonkeyInfo.com xeileen916x Tue, 08 Jan 2008 21:57:04 -0800 http://www.funadvice.com/q/pet_capuchin_monkey_questions 181890 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. Capuchins ( as pretty much all monkeys) need monkey biscuits specially for New World monkeys along with a variery of fruits vegetables, nuts, and insects. Mine eat soaked monkey chow, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, corn, boiled eggs, peanuts, grapes, apples, oranges, pears, etc... xeileen916x Tue, 08 Jan 2008 21:36:47 -0800 http://www.funadvice.com/q/how_to_care_for_ypur_monkey 181875