Ollie The Monkey & Animal Friends Blog

  • Humans say hello by waving! Did you know white-faced capuchin monkeys say hello to each other by sticking their fingers up each other’s noses? That would be kinda silly if we did that, don’t you think?

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  • Happy MLK day friends! Today is a beautiful sunny day with just a cool crisp to the air. Xylee and Coen, our 6 year old daughter and 4 year old son, are playing on the swing set outside and enjoying the fresh air. I know it’s only January but I am definitely craving spring! Flowers,…

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  • The Top 3 Reasons Monkeys Bite: Scared, Anger/Agitation, Showing Dominance Has Monkey Ollie Ever Bitten Anyone? Let us dive right into story time! Ollie is a 4 year old rescued squirrel monkey. We, Luke & I, got Ollie when he was only a few weeks old and he was premature and had a number of…

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  • When someone new comes over the last thing you want them to notice is pet odors lingering in your home. So how can you quickly eliminate pet odors? Hours Spent Cleaning According to a study conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Trane Heating and Air Conditioning, the average pet owner spends over 800 HOURS a year…

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  • What is Monkeypox? (Mpox) Can a monkey get monkeypox? First one would need to know what is monkeypox, (mpox) and how the disease was discovered in animals. Monkeypox, which is being changed to the term Mpox according to the CDC’s website and will be referred to as such throughout this article, is a rare disease…

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  • Have you ever wondered do monkeys stink? Prepare to uncover the surprising truth as we embark on a captivating journey into the hidden world of primate smells. In this article, we’ll delve into the lesser-known facts about monkey odor, debunk common myths, and explore the unique olfactory characteristics of different monkey species. Get ready to…

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  • As I sit and write this post today, Ollie, my 4 year old rescued squirrel monkey is snuggled on my lap napping on this cold winter morning. When someone says they want to buy a pet monkey, I believe this is the image they think of. A small monkey snuggled and just enjoying their warmth.…

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  • New Pets Are Always Fun! So what is the BEST dog food available in 2023? As an owner of 3 dogs, we have learned a lot. As our pets moved from the playful puppy stage into their senior years, we found we needed to adapt as they grew older. It is so important to fuel…

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  • New Pet Getting a new pet is ALWAYS fun! I genuinely enjoy rescuing and fostering animals. Currently, we have 1 hamster, 1 rabbit, 9 chickens, 3 dogs, and of course 1 monkey! The one animal we do not have now is a cat or kitten. HOWEVER, we work with a local non-profit organization to foster kittens…

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