How Do You Own A Pet Monkey?
Monkeys are cute and funny, but they aren’t great pets. A pet monkey can wreak havoc on your home. They require a lot of care and attention. Be sure to speak to people who already own a pet monkey before you buy your own. Read on to learn more. Contact your local Wildlife and Fisheries department to get a list of rules and restrictions on monkey ownership. Monkeys are considered wild animals, and so are highly regulated in most states and counties. Call or write your city fire department and ask about city requirements for exotic animals. Even if your state allows monkey ownership, your city or county may not. Refrain from purchasing a monkey if you live in California. California will not allow you to own a pet monkey. Visit the Monkey Maddness website to get an idea of the primate laws in your state (see Resources below). Just click on your state to read the statutes they have gathered. Remember that this information may be out of date. Consider joining The Simian Society of America (
