Why Monkey's do not Make Good Pets

 According to The Spruce Pets, there are several challenges that come with keeping a pet monkey. These include legal issues, medical issues, and behavioral problems. Monkeys are wild animals and do not grow up and mature as human children do. They are, in essence, permanent toddlers. Pet monkeys also might not take well to new people in your life, including spouses and children, and they make it hard to get away for vacations. Plus, finding a new home for a pet monkey is extremely difficult and psychologically hard on the monkey1.

In addition to these challenges, there are also ethical concerns associated with keeping monkeys as pets. According to Pet Keen, baby monkeys that are up for sale can only be acquired by one of two means: either the monkey’s mother was shot by poachers or hunters and the infant was retrieved from the mother’s body, or the monkey’s mother is kept in a breeding facility and her baby was taken from her at a young age, inevitably causing depression and trauma to both the mother and her baby2.

Furthermore, monkeys can be unpredictable and even dangerous. As they mature, their demeanor and behavior can suddenly change, and they may even become violent2. Monkeys also require specialized diets that can be expensive and time-consuming to prepare1.

Monkeys are social animals and require a lot of interaction and stimulation. In the wild, they live in large groups and have complex social structures. Keeping a monkey as a pet means depriving them of this social interaction, which can lead to boredom, depression, and behavioral problems.

Monkeys are also highly intelligent and curious animals. They need a lot of mental stimulation to keep them occupied. Providing this level of stimulation can be challenging for pet owners, and a bored monkey can become destructive.

Monkeys can also carry diseases that can be transmitted to humans. These include herpes B virus, monkeypox, and tuberculosis. It is important for pet owners to be aware of these risks and take appropriate precautions.

Finally, it is important to consider the long-term commitment that comes with keeping a pet monkey. Monkeys can live for several decades, and caring for them requires a significant investment of time, money, and resources. It is important for potential pet owners to carefully consider whether they are able and willing to make this commitment before getting a pet monkey.

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