Who Wants A Pet Monkey?
Pretty much everyone has gone through a period where they have wanted to have a pet monkey. But most people realize it is a huge time commitment with many obstacles. Mr. C. said, “I wanted one for years when I was a kid, but my parents said no. Now that I could actually buy one, I realize how smart my parents were.” Although people joke about it, people really do keep monkeys as pets, which can be purchased for anywhere from $3,000 to $12,000. Many people think that they can train their monkey to dance and clap, but most monkeys are not trained that easily. Also, monkeys will likely bite someone when in public, which can result in the loss of the monkey. Kenston senior Tim Model said, “I want a monkey very much. Too bad they are illegal in Ohio.” Many states prohibit the ownership of primates, which is one of many reasons people choose to get rid of their monkey. Other common issues with pet monkeys include loud shrieking, disobedience or wild behavior. Despite the downfalls, I still w
