Carlos capuchin monkey in New Zealand

When Carlos was born, it was apparent that he faced physical challenges and he was taken from his mother at two weeks old to ensure his survival. As he developed he exhibited neurological and physical problems that included a physical disability with his legs and feet, and he had epileptic type seizures. It was very apparent that Carlos was a special little character who needed constant care and attention.




We had a full range of tests done with the assistance of Veterinary specialists, radiology and a consultant Neurological Pediatric specialist. Many of the tests carried out have been part of an elimination program to ensure he was not given inappropriate drugs for his condition.

These tests had eliminated all known or common physical problems that could have occurred. We have results from blood tests, x-ray's, ultrasounds and his full MRI brain scan. Our specialist vet has researched and been in contact with associates around the world about Capuchin monkeys. There is a huge amount of interest worldwide in the results we have available to us, especially the ultrasound pictures and MRI Scan's. Due to costs, these type of tests are not traditionally run by people with monkeys as pets, of which there are 10's of thousands worldwide, or by zoo's around the world. Also not many people or zoo's can commit the amount of human resource that has been required to care-give this one little monkey.

We would like to make all our information, tests results, scans and images available worldwide to aid in education and primate knowledge.
He had been on Epilim. His progress had been constantly monitored. The drugs have helped mainly with his manic/neurotic behaviour. The seizures seem to be approximately 14 days apart. Normally these seizures last for about 2-4 minutes. Once he was he was taken to the vets after fitting for approx 20 minutes. He spent the weekend heavily sedated. The main concern is that these long seizures will "burn" the brain.

To take over full time care we needed to first relocated (Martinborough was our destination) purchase and build a MAF approved containment facility to enable us to permanently house Carlos. To do this in NewZealand you must get a zoo license. We understood that Carlos may not survive for very long, however, as a capuchin's life span could be up to 40 years in captivity he may live longer . He is adorable.

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• capuchin
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[soraroxas2008]

omg! that is cool my name is kev. Unfortunatley my Mom wont let me get a monkey. I know it sucks but its her final answer. I wish i could get one. I am as soon as I leave the house. I cant wait till im 18

[BRUCEMOUNTAIN]

When you turn 18 and if you get a monkey, are you prepared to look after it as a child in your life for the next 45 years? Primates are fabulous, but they are not a short term pet like a cat or dog maybe. They truly need a long term committment to care for them in a fair and proper way for the rest of their lives.

[soraroxas2008]

Monkeys are the smartest and cleanest animals in the world. I would suggest many kids get one. They are better and more playful than dogs. Many kids take care of them ( bathing, playing, taking out, coaming) just to take care of a monkey. I suggest kids 11-15 get one. They love kids.

[BRUCEMOUNTAIN]

Monkeys are fabulous. However do you realise they live for up to 45 years in captivity. When the kids have had enough after a few years, who will look after them then. Carlos was not a normal monkey, he was like a wee disabled child. Primates are not a pet to be taken and played with for a few years, they really are a committment of a very long time. They are exactly like a child and their long term needs have to be thought of exactly as if you have adopted a baby human.

[italy12fatima]

Hi, I have some questions .. boy to have a capuchin monkey this Saturday November 20th .. and do not really know how to care .. already ke last long 45 years! and if I'm willing to have it .. and I can not have children .. I have a titi monkey and white brush .. and let me know if you are going to be okay? I'm from Spain and I was not very good at the groin .. but I would like to help me cuidarlo.Me would do that please?

[barbiechiwahwah]

hello i would love to have a monkey even for that long! i do have some questions about them would you care to answer them? thanks!

[ItchyandRed]

maybe from the end of it's tail to the outstretched tip of it's fingers. are u stupid?

[hedgehogsabcd]

a capuchin can get to 5 ft in length

[scarmds]

how big do capuchin monkeys get

[Leann8279]

who made all his play things, i have two capuchins my self and im always looking for new things to make or buy for them to play on

[KerzieMarine]

cool

[zigd8]

im willing to keep it for a long time and i mite be gettin one and i feel so for him and rip cutiiiiii