I. have nothing. but the. up most. respect. for. all of. you. there ❤️❤️❤️ THANK YOU. FOR. EVERYTHING. YOU. DO FOR. THOSE. BABYS. !!! BLESS YOU. & LITTLE. BABYS. !
I really appreciate you're Excellent starting segment about why monkeys, as someone's pet, is always such a bad decision! It's a decision that is always regretted as the monkey grows older, and then when they realized their mistake, it's then already too late for the monkey, the damage has been done! Please, everyone who is enjoying these videos, DONATE,💲💲 if you can't Volunteer! That's what I DO! The VMF needs Our Help❗ 💲💲 💗 😊
Has anyone thought about writing a book about the Vervet Monkeys? Dave gives great information, these little guys create so much intrigue and even how the older females mother the young orphans. It’s pretty remarkable!
It is much easier when you are younger. I can't do it now and I really miss it. Too bad, as older adults have more time and patience, just not the stamina needed for the stress on old bones.
Anna Marie, I wish I could volunteer too. I love these little guys so much. I'm only 40 but my body might as well be 80... disabilities, cash, and taking care of my mom keep me here. So instead I try to live vicariously through all the amazing volunteers in the videos and donate what I can. But I can dream, right? Lol
@@catc6050 wow it like we have a mirrored life, I to am in my 40, have disabilities, and taking care of my mother as well. But yes it would be amazing to be able to go volunteer.
@@tanyatigermarshall7878 yeah, it was always my dream to be able to work with little guys like the vervets. I once worked at the zoo when I was 20 for a few days but it sucked cuz I was stuck at the gate trying to sign people up for season passes lol I also wanted to be a vet or paramedic but obviously couldn't cuz of my broken body. But I'm glad there are videos like these that so we can at least watch
The same goes for me. If I was younger and healthy, I'd love to volunteer as well. 🤷♀️But at least I can watch these videos, for which I am very grateful.:)🙂
A blast from the past. Flokes has grown so much and all the little babies too. It's fun to remember what they were like when they arrived and see how much they've thrived.
The end has to be the cutest and sweetest thing I've ever seen! All 4 babies completely cuddled up and sound asleep and poor little protective big brother Floki trying so hard to stay awake. He just wants to make sure they are ok 🤗💙 Either that or he's afraid to fall asleep cuz he might wake up in that cage again! 😆
It is heartbreaking to hear the little ones crying for mom. I can't help but wonder if they're looking around thinking "how can you leave me"? "where did everyone go"? "am I so unimportant that I'm not missed"? These tiny monkeys would be left for dead without your love & hard work, thank you so much for your dedication.
Thank you for continuing the episodes despite this crazy baby season❤️ It’s so sad to see the babies calling out for their moms🥺, but it’s a comforting idea that they will soon have a new mom and family thanks to all of you🥰
It's heartbreaking to see them so scared and confused but all good in the end thanks to you. It was a great video. I like the information and facts you're given us in the videos. 🤓🏴☠️🇸🇪
Its so heartbreaking to see them lose their mom and what they go through but at least you guys are there to help them through it and them be able to have a life still, it's really a second chance at life for the ones that make it to you and most people probably don't realize how intelligent and social they really are. They get depressed over the situation, Its not like they lose there mom and overnight forget her, it's sad how they will cry for days calling out for mom even trying to fall asleep hear a noise and get frantic right back up to calling out again thinking it might be mom. It's nice to see them with others of their kind and size to comfort them better through the process. What you guys do is an pretty amazing thing for them
Did you know that for as little as $4.00 per month you can become a member and be a part of helping these monkeys from wherever you are? Not everyone can, just saying. (That is why you will notice the monkey icon after a person's name.)
@Kasey Migliaccio yea I typed it out and and i guess did not check/read comment over for correct spelling lol but this comment is 2 years old, probably didn't care about it at the time it's just a comment nothing important
Ditto from me. From one member to another, isn't it rewarding to know that we can do something from wherever we are? I also find that with all the political turmoil in the US, it is so uplifting to "visit" the VMF via videos.
Thank you for the video!! I know you are all so busy but having the videos really helps with donations. God bless all of you and praying for more volunteers!!
The monkeys calling out for their mothers is so heartbreaking. You guys do such great work. I know that COVID has put a strain on everyone and funds for needed organizations are limited but things are looking better everyday in the states. Companies have started to hire again. Once I find a job I will send you a donation.
Dave so happy you have this sanctuary for these babies. So many monkey babies being abused it breaks my heart. I cannot watch some of the videos that show monkey's being abused. It's wonderful to watch how you are helping these babies. Thank you
Gosh, it's heartbreaking to listen to the newly orphaned babies crying for their mum. It must be so confusing for them. One minute they're with their mum and their Troop and the next mum is gone and they're taken away by humans. Thank God for people like you though. It's very sad how many of these little monkeys become orphans. It's my understanding that locals don't necessarily like these monkeys and kill them sometimes. Then there are many who are hit by cars , leaving their babies alone. It's all so sad. But what you do is wonderful. I so wish I lived in South Africa and could be a volunteer to help you lovely people take care of them.
My son and I watch these together a d I had to promise that when he was old enough, we would go. And when he is, we will be there with proverbial bells on.
Dave youre such a sweet man! Thanks for all you do. Id come in a heart beat if my 15yr old with cp could handle it... i have back problems but i work hard and i dont sleep much lol, so im good with night shifts! Maybe when my Gracie is older.🥰😁
Very good advice. Monkeys are not to be pets. People see, videos of people that have monkey babies, dressed in cloths, others want one. Can't get it into their heads, most of these people are doing it for money and gets rid of them at teens . Get new babies.
Dave, please know, the video clips of just 58 sec or less posted to the channel are now getting shared with people who are not subscribed and may grow the channel a bit more, and also is allowing for more commercial viewing. (New RUclips Algorithm)
@@sumrluvr6821 no, it was something good that when a channel is monitized, it ups their view rates, and the funds they receive. RUclips changes their algorithm every-so-often and things that earns a channel money changes. I was letting them know ... that if they upload videos that are under 58 sec. They may up their viewership and funds.
Yall r so amazing God bless you all. I wish so badly I cld volunteer but I live in PA in the states 😢. But getting to watch them is just as great. Thank you all for the videos!!
Your work is so important to the spieces. I have learned so much from following you guys. One thing that is so important is learning about the foster mom program. I see so many monkeys (Cambodia especially) where the monkeys are just left at the ruins thinking they will just join a troop and everything will be fine. Some babies, after been taken from their families, are literally given to females thinking they will take care of them. The babies are terrified, the females are aggressive and it's so distressing to watch. People need to educate themselves if they are going to get a pet monkey (OR NOT) so at least they understand something about how they live in troops. I respect you guys so much for the good that you do. If I was younger I would volunteer and if I was rich, I would donate lol!
Such great work,,to help these monkeys,,I wish I could come there and volunteer my help too. I love all animals,,Monkeys just are so awesome,,,I live in Pennsylvania USA,,I'm an old disabled man that is alone,,I could be very helpful,,if I ever find a way to get there,,I would go and keep those monkeys busy and happy,,just how they are with me. ,Love ya Monkeys..Chucks J.
Can't wait until travel restrictions are lifted, the vaccine is given, and I can visit South Africa (and Hoedspruit area) again! (And perhaps even volunteer for a while? 🙂)
God bless you!!! For protecting these sweet baby's. There are too many channels with abuse of these baby's, i keep reporting them. I think they are getting payed by RUclips.
Aww poor little girl. I wish people would just NOT try to keep wild animals as pets. Thanks for all that you do! I would love to volunteer - this is the type of work I should have been doing all my life. I really think that being a biologist was my calling - if only I knew that 30 years ago. Once this pandemic is over I am going to seriously consider coming to volunteer. I'm in western Canada so it quite the distance.
Sweet of the Bandit for 'volunteering' during these hard times...😐...Can the Vervets catch the Virus? Have yawl ever have something like this ever affect the VMF monkeys in the past? If so, can you give us an extra campfire story about yawl overcame it...(specifically disease not the wildfires; which seem to be getting worse each year). Thank you,
I’m sorry but reading your comment,,,,,, could you please describe what a “Yawl” is ????? For the life of me I can’t put it into words,,what is that??? And did you really just ask if the vervet monkeys 🐒 can catch the what “COVID 19” ?????? Surely you jest.....or are you I dunno,Slow in the head
@@DEANNADOG1keeshound I will be glad to answer on behalf of JH Holliday. What the kind gentleman is saying is a VERY common word used in the south and often spelled Ya’ll but my guess is you knew that. If you should find it in your heart to be open minded and kind, you will also see that he’s asking Dave, NOT YOU, if there have been any other viruses similar to that of COVID at the VMF. He’s asked if so, to please share the story. Happy Thanksgiving! www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/y%27all
@@EmmaDee Dear Becky,,, instead of quoting something out of Merriam Webster dictionary,,,, Hmmmm maybe you should have enlightened JJ on the observations of monkeys contracting COVID-19,,AS I THINK THAT WAS THE MAIN QUESTION And of course y’all,, you all, BUT NOT EVEN IN THAT DOES THE Alphabetical “ W” come into play..... So yea Becky never has it been fucking “”” YAWL” OH AND BITCH PLEASE GO LOOK UP IN YOUR LITTLE DICTIONARY OF THE WORD “ YAWL” 1) A ships small boat:jolly 2) I for- and -aft -rigged sailboat carrying a main sale with one or more jib with a mizzenmast far aft.... FOR YOUR REFERENCE... yawl noun Save Word To save this word, you'll need to log in. Log In \ ˈyȯl \ Definition of yawl 1 : a ship's small boat : JOLLY BOAT 2 : a fore-and-aft rigged sailboat carrying a mainsail and one or more jibs with a mizzenmast far aft More from Merriam-Webster on yawl Thesaurus: All synonyms and antonyms for yawl Nglish: Translation of yawl for Spanish Speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about yawl
its quality of survival that counts, being someone's toy until you to old to play with, then get confined to a cage for the rest of your life is not really a great definition of survival, i would rather live free and take my chances
That is such a loving thought, but in truth their purpose is to live a natural life in the wild as a member of a troop. That's where they are happiest and fulfilled, living monkey's life with other monkeys. The dangers they may face are part of the circle of life. But at least your comment shows you have a kind heart, and love and compassion for animals.
Floki's facial expressions look different than other Vervet's I've seen. They are very odd but very cute. It's almost like the blow to the head which caused the concussion made him a little on the weird side lol.
I am so devastated that people buy these small monkeys, they shell be whit their mamas if they not have died or get in an accident so the baby is alone. They really show how they miss their mamas. It is so wrong. I do really hope that this is his real new home. GOOD LUCK and stay safe.
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your intro to this video! True words spoken from the heart and not one ounce of bitter judgement against anyone! Bravo, Dave... Bravo! Would there be any benefit to integrating Jane with Jinx or other previous former pet monkeys? What was Dirkulis story? Was Mom killed, was he just abandoned or was he also a pet?😢 Also, do you have any knowledge of reputable primate sanctuaries here in the USA? Ones that you’d recommend for volunteers to help at currently, due to the travel restrictions?
Id love to volunteer to take care of little monkeys. Too bad I'm on the wrong damn continent. I volunteer at the animal adoption shelter here in US in the state of Delaware where I live. Cats and dogs there but mostly dogs no monkeys though. Wish there was a similar place here that's for primates but the North American continent has no indigenous monkey population except for some small troops in Florida that are the result of abandoned and escaped monkey pets due to storms destroying pet stores. They look to be Rhesus or Longtail Macaques. But then again if there were a monkey rescue here it would be bad because that would mean more orphans and dead mothers. Selfish on my part I guess but they are fascinating to me. Ther little faces and vocalizations
Dave, is there a video about how you started the foundation and about how you came to bringing it all together? I feel there might be one but I can't find it or maybe I imagined it...lol . Either way would love to watch a bio about you and the foundation! 💛❤️💛❤️ P.S. sooo happy flocky (sorry if that is wrong) is doing better with his leg lots of love and positive vibes on the way!!!! 🌈
Voluteers when they come hear get an introductory talk on how it all started, I am not keen on making a video as its not really about me at all, we all know that it takes support and help from many people to actually do something like this and its those people the focus needs to be on as ultimately they ones who have made it what it is and who will carry it on into the future.
@@VervetMonkey understandable Dear, was just curious about how it started. I love love what you do and I wish I could come and volunteer. I hope things get better and I will try to help to the best of my ability!
Hey Dave. One average, how many babies do you think you may get in on a yearly basis? Also, do you know what it may cost to care for a baby from the time it arrives at the Foundation until a Foster Mom takes him/her to a troop? I'm just wondering if $100.00 that donate a month is enough?
Good question. I imagine that cost would fluctuate depending on total donations. I think there's an email somewhere you could ask. I don't know if they can respond much here.
Dave have you ever placed a baby in the Bandit troop- given that they know where a milk cage is? Also, are the Bandit males also given vasectomies at 2 years?
as the bandits are free roaming its difficult to monitor the wellbeing of the infant, if something goes wrong the chances of getting a bandit into an intro cage is not that easy - that said we have given a bandit that has recently lost a baby a replacement as she was able to feed the baby
Oh I wish I could go to Africa. I would love to help because I love animals especially monkeys. I'm always trying to find more documentaries on them. I learn about them and how they live in their own habitate. I use to want a monkey for a pet until I learned about them and I know God did not create them for us humans to treat them like pets. Africa is not in my reach right now, but I pray for strength in you minds, bodies and and spirit to continue to do the great work that your doing.
I wish these Monkey OWNERS would watch your programme. Some of them truly make for an embarrassment of the Monkeys with dresses & head pieces. One Channel Baby Monkey Mona & Donna makes complete fools of the monkeys with his dressing up. He has at least 4 & one is moving toward aggressiveness towards extended family members. Unfortunately I don’t know whether he’s in Cambodia or Vietnam. These people really need to surrender their animals to Sanctuaries or their Govts move to confiscate the animals. Hopeless trying to report them through RUclips.
Those baby monkeys in countries you mentioned were poached from their mothers who are usually killed to get the baby. They are sold on the black market to these Vietnamese and Cambodians who make literally many thousands of dollars monthly through the videos they post, that appeal to people because the babies look humanized. When the baby is no longer young and cute, IF they live that long, they disappear,...killed or released into the wild where they are killed by the resident wild troop. There are agencies in those countries who are supposed to stop this illegal activity and punish the captors, but it is commonly believed that they are paid to ignore the situation. Even You Tube and FB won't stop posting the videos, I have tried, as you have as well I see. Their response is that they are not in violation of their community rules. So for me, to be able to see all the loving sacrifices made by Dave and the VFM "family" is very heartwarming and uplifting. Also, because I could become a member and donate monthly (membership donations start at $4.00/month I think) I feel blessed that in some small way I am a part of what they do. (Of course, I wanted the mug with the group picture of Toni, Dora, Viktor and Pascall, so they are with me when I have my morning coffee.) Thanks so much for trying to get You Tube to act.
Why can't you tell all these channels that have pet monkey's that make money off them to turn them over that they are not made for pets in people's house
Yeah, I agree with Michael Jones. Just look at the Cambodia monkey videos; example the foster parents of Koki - the baby monkey being ill-treated and abused in their own home and at the cattle field . They are real bullies and enjoy videoing the baby monkey with other puppies. Arrgh, so angry at them !
They didn't take this baby from the wild monkey (bandit) you saw at the fence. This baby was rescued because it's mom was killed in an accident. All the babies here are rescue babies. Dave and his group would never take a baby from it's mom. They care for them and then at the right time the baby is adopted by a mom and joins a troop. Please watch more videos as they follow the babies story from rescue to adoption. These people are AMAZING!!!
🤦🏻♀️They took...really? Were we watching the same thing? Uhh...if that was the mom, she would not have been as calm and accepting of the baby in there..sorry but did you even listen when he was talking about the monkey when the baby was calling out to it?
The adult females are foster moms, they help raise the babies. With feeding stations and with baby bottles hang in them, only babies can fit in hole to enter. They don't take babies from their moms. Unless they help and injured baby, and they would for sure get it back to mom.
You do know this is a SANCTUARY, right? They rehabilitate and release babies (sometimes older former pets) that have lost their moms due to traps, car accidents, shootings, etc. The long and short of it is babies pick a foster mom and go live wild.
I. have nothing. but the. up most. respect. for. all of. you. there ❤️❤️❤️ THANK YOU. FOR. EVERYTHING. YOU. DO FOR. THOSE. BABYS. !!! BLESS YOU. & LITTLE. BABYS. !
I have a deep respect for all what you are knowing about this little monkeys and what you doing for them so carefully !
I really appreciate you're Excellent starting segment about why monkeys, as someone's pet, is always such a bad decision! It's a decision that is always regretted as the monkey grows older, and then when they realized their mistake, it's then already too late for the monkey, the damage has been done!
Please, everyone who is enjoying these videos, DONATE,💲💲 if you can't Volunteer!
That's what I DO! The VMF needs Our Help❗ 💲💲 💗 😊
Yes I agree about the pet monkey channels. I refuse to follow them as I used to.
Has anyone thought about writing a book about the Vervet Monkeys? Dave gives great information, these little guys create so much intrigue and even how the older females mother the young orphans. It’s pretty remarkable!
If I was younger I’d love to come out to volunteer. I love animals.
It is much easier when you are younger. I can't do it now and I really miss it. Too bad, as older adults have more time and patience, just not the stamina needed for the stress on old bones.
Anna Marie, I wish I could volunteer too. I love these little guys so much. I'm only 40 but my body might as well be 80... disabilities, cash, and taking care of my mom keep me here. So instead I try to live vicariously through all the amazing volunteers in the videos and donate what I can. But I can dream, right? Lol
@@catc6050 wow it like we have a mirrored life, I to am in my 40, have disabilities, and taking care of my mother as well. But yes it would be amazing to be able to go volunteer.
@@tanyatigermarshall7878 yeah, it was always my dream to be able to work with little guys like the vervets. I once worked at the zoo when I was 20 for a few days but it sucked cuz I was stuck at the gate trying to sign people up for season passes lol I also wanted to be a vet or paramedic but obviously couldn't cuz of my broken body. But I'm glad there are videos like these that so we can at least watch
The same goes for me. If I was younger and healthy, I'd love to volunteer as well. 🤷♀️But at least I can watch these videos, for which I am very grateful.:)🙂
A blast from the past. Flokes has grown so much and all the little babies too. It's fun to remember what they were like when they arrived and see how much they've thrived.
The end has to be the cutest and sweetest thing I've ever seen! All 4 babies completely cuddled up and sound asleep and poor little protective big brother Floki trying so hard to stay awake. He just wants to make sure they are ok 🤗💙 Either that or he's afraid to fall asleep cuz he might wake up in that cage again! 😆
Floki nodding off while babysitting. Floki is the most precious soul.
It is heartbreaking to hear the little ones crying for mom. I can't help but wonder if they're looking around thinking "how can you leave me"? "where did everyone go"? "am I so unimportant that I'm not missed"? These tiny monkeys would be left for dead without your love & hard work, thank you so much for your dedication.
Oh my goodness god bless you all for your foundation! Your wonderful hands precious babies!
Thank you for continuing the episodes despite this crazy baby season❤️ It’s so sad to see the babies calling out for their moms🥺, but it’s a comforting idea that they will soon have a new mom and family thanks to all of you🥰
It's heartbreaking to see them so scared and confused but all good in the end thanks to you. It was a great video. I like the information and facts you're given us in the videos.
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Its so heartbreaking to see them lose their mom and what they go through but at least you guys are there to help them through it and them be able to have a life still, it's really a second chance at life for the ones that make it to you and most people probably don't realize how intelligent and social they really are. They get depressed over the situation, Its not like they lose there mom and overnight forget her, it's sad how they will cry for days calling out for mom even trying to fall asleep hear a noise and get frantic right back up to calling out again thinking it might be mom. It's nice to see them with others of their kind and size to comfort them better through the process. What you guys do is an pretty amazing thing for them
Did you know that for as little as $4.00 per month you can become a member and be a part of helping these monkeys from wherever you are? Not everyone can, just saying. (That is why you will notice the monkey icon after a person's name.)
@Kasey Migliaccio yea I typed it out and and i guess did not check/read comment over for correct spelling lol but this comment is 2 years old, probably didn't care about it at the time it's just a comment nothing important
with all the election problems in the US, this was a delightful reprieve! Thank you so much I will I could kiss & hug each one of you goodnight!
“Election problems”??? Someone won 306 to 232. Where’s the problem?
Ditto from me. From one member to another, isn't it rewarding to know that we can do something from wherever we are? I also find that with all the political turmoil in the US, it is so uplifting to "visit" the VMF via videos.
@@pegberthold3988 yes Peg! I love these little darlings! Wish I was young enough to travel--I would love to volunteer!
@@cocoone9743 Me too! Younger and with two good knees!
Thank you for the video!! I know you are all so busy but having the videos really helps with donations. God bless all of you and praying for more volunteers!!
The way you know what the babies need is amazing. You find a mom for them . Great job 💞💕💞 . I give you all a pat on the back for a job, well done .
Thank you so much!
Thank you!!!!
The monkeys calling out for their mothers is so heartbreaking. You guys do such great work. I know that COVID has put a strain on everyone and funds for needed organizations are limited but things are looking better everyday in the states. Companies have started to hire again. Once I find a job I will send you a donation.
Thank you!
Dave so happy you have this sanctuary for these babies. So many monkey babies being abused it breaks my heart. I cannot watch some of the videos that show monkey's being abused. It's wonderful to watch how you are helping these babies. Thank you
May God bless you and these beautiful innocent animals 🐒❤️❤️❤️❤️👍😇🙏🙏🙏
Gosh, it's heartbreaking to listen to the newly orphaned babies crying for their mum. It must be so confusing for them. One minute they're with their mum and their Troop and the next mum is gone and they're taken away by humans. Thank God for people like you though. It's very sad how many of these little monkeys become orphans. It's my understanding that locals don't necessarily like these monkeys and kill them sometimes. Then there are many who are hit by cars , leaving their babies alone. It's all so sad. But what you do is wonderful. I so wish I lived in South Africa and could be a volunteer to help you lovely people take care of them.
My son and I watch these together a d I had to promise that when he was old enough, we would go. And when he is, we will be there with proverbial bells on.
great see you oneday
Dave youre such a sweet man! Thanks for all you do. Id come in a heart beat if my 15yr old with cp could handle it... i have back problems but i work hard and i dont sleep much lol, so im good with night shifts! Maybe when my Gracie is older.🥰😁
Breaks my heart to hear them calling for their moms.
You guys are the best! Hope you all are well.
I love these babies so much, I finally ordered a t-shirt!!! 💗
Thanks again for another great video. You guys are the best!
I love this Channel.
Very good advice. Monkeys are not to be pets. People see, videos of people that have monkey babies, dressed in cloths, others want one. Can't get it into their heads, most of these people are doing it for money and gets rid of them at teens . Get new babies.
When the baby monkey looks hopefully up to the female bandit, I am reminded of the children's book "Are you my mother?".
Dave, please know, the video clips of just 58 sec or less posted to the channel are now getting shared with people who are not subscribed and may grow the channel a bit more, and also is allowing for more commercial viewing. (New RUclips Algorithm)
Is this a bad thing?? I don't get why you're informing the channel owner...just curious
@@sumrluvr6821 no, it was something good that when a channel is monitized, it ups their view rates, and the funds they receive.
RUclips changes their algorithm every-so-often and things that earns a channel money changes. I was letting them know ... that if they upload videos that are under 58 sec. They may up their viewership and funds.
Yall r so amazing God bless you all. I wish so badly I cld volunteer but I live in PA in the states 😢. But getting to watch them is just as great. Thank you all for the videos!!
Love the vervet monkeys and Mr Dave. Love these videos they are awesome. ❤️🐒❤️🐒❤️
What a great scene of all the babies worn out from their adventureful day and sleeping in a pile - adorable and charming and a perfect picture indeed!
Your work is so important to the spieces. I have learned so much from following you guys. One thing that is so important is learning about the foster mom program. I see so many monkeys (Cambodia especially) where the monkeys are just left at the ruins thinking they will just join a troop and everything will be fine. Some babies, after been taken from their families, are literally given to females thinking they will take care of them. The babies are terrified, the females are aggressive and it's so distressing to watch. People need to educate themselves if they are going to get a pet monkey (OR NOT) so at least they understand something about how they live in troops. I respect you guys so much for the good that you do.
If I was younger I would volunteer and if I was rich, I would donate lol!
He's very vocal.
Such great work,,to help these monkeys,,I wish I could come there and volunteer my help too. I love all animals,,Monkeys just are so awesome,,,I live in Pennsylvania USA,,I'm an old disabled man that is alone,,I could be very helpful,,if I ever find a way to get there,,I would go and keep those monkeys busy and happy,,just how they are with me. ,Love ya Monkeys..Chucks J.
It breaks my heart when the babies cry for their mother .
21:02 ahhh too cute to handle 🥰🥰😍
Can't wait until travel restrictions are lifted, the vaccine is given, and I can visit South Africa (and Hoedspruit area) again! (And perhaps even volunteer for a while? 🙂)
Aweee your amazing!! I hope that happens for you! Sending positive vibes! 🎈
Calling for their moms. God, heartbreaking. Isn’t there a law against killing these precious creatures?
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You guys are amazing! Sending you much love and prayers!!!!
I could watch them for hours, Floki is looking good
I love monkeys
Wish I could visit.... but no flights out of New Zealand
Maybe this female will be it's new mom.
That's a bandit that popped by and lives outside the sanctuary. She'll get one from the troupe.
I don't understand why they don't pick them up when the babies are crying like that.
So sad , .....love wins ❤
Bless you! No matter how many times you say it, how kind you say it, people don’t get it! They all believe they are the monkey whisperer.
Why is a group of the monkeys called Bandits???
Are they monkeys who were to old when they arrived to be adopted by foster mothers?
They are the troop of wild monkeys who live on the property, they weren’t rescued by the foundation.
God bless you!!! For protecting these sweet baby's. There are too many channels with abuse of these baby's, i keep reporting them. I think they are getting payed by RUclips.
They seem to constantly scratch is that flees? Can’t you help them with a flee rinse or drops?
yes when they have we do
Aww poor little girl. I wish people would just NOT try to keep wild animals as pets. Thanks for all that you do! I would love to volunteer - this is the type of work I should have been doing all my life. I really think that being a biologist was my calling - if only I knew that 30 years ago. Once this pandemic is over I am going to seriously consider coming to volunteer. I'm in western Canada so it quite the distance.
We have someone coming from Canada on the 15 of December, no better time than now
Sweet of the Bandit for 'volunteering' during these hard times...😐...Can the Vervets catch the Virus? Have yawl ever have something like this ever affect the VMF monkeys in the past? If so, can you give us an extra campfire story about yawl overcame it...(specifically disease not the wildfires; which seem to be getting worse each year). Thank you,
I’m sorry but reading your comment,,,,,, could you please describe what a “Yawl” is ????? For the life of me I can’t put it into words,,what is that???
And did you really just ask if the vervet monkeys 🐒 can catch the what “COVID 19” ?????? Surely you jest.....or are you I dunno,Slow in the head
@@DEANNADOG1keeshound I will be glad to answer on behalf of JH Holliday. What the kind gentleman is saying is a VERY common word used in the south and often spelled Ya’ll but my guess is you knew that. If you should find it in your heart to be open minded and kind, you will also see that he’s asking Dave, NOT YOU, if there have been any other viruses similar to that of COVID at the VMF. He’s asked if so, to please share the story. Happy Thanksgiving!
www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/y%27all
@@EmmaDee
Dear Becky,,, instead of quoting something out of Merriam
Webster dictionary,,,,
Hmmmm maybe you should have enlightened JJ on the observations of monkeys contracting COVID-19,,AS I THINK THAT WAS THE MAIN QUESTION
And of course y’all,, you all, BUT NOT EVEN IN THAT DOES THE Alphabetical “ W” come into play.....
So yea Becky never has it been fucking “”” YAWL”
OH AND BITCH PLEASE GO LOOK UP IN YOUR LITTLE DICTIONARY OF THE WORD “ YAWL”
1) A ships small boat:jolly
2) I for- and -aft -rigged sailboat carrying a main sale with one or more jib with a mizzenmast far aft....
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\ ˈyȯl \
Definition of yawl
1 : a ship's small boat : JOLLY BOAT
2 : a fore-and-aft rigged sailboat carrying a mainsail and one or more jibs with a mizzenmast far aft
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Where are the blind monkeys all day?
in the blind enclosure
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This baby is super itchy, or is that just a coping mechanism? And they just keep getting cuter and cuter, sure are a lot of them in a short period.
You are a good man!
I want to adopt one as a pet
They have a better chance at survival in a good home with a human than they do in the wild
its quality of survival that counts, being someone's toy until you to old to play with, then get confined to a cage for the rest of your life is not really a great definition of survival, i would rather live free and take my chances
That is such a loving thought, but in truth their purpose is to live a natural life in the wild as a member of a troop. That's where they are happiest and fulfilled, living monkey's life with other monkeys. The dangers they may face are part of the circle of life. But at least your comment shows you have a kind heart, and love and compassion for animals.
Awww, his calls are heartbreaking. Poor little guy. He seems quite itchy still.
Floki's facial expressions look different than other Vervet's I've seen. They are very odd but very cute. It's almost like the blow to the head which caused the concussion made him a little on the weird side lol.
I am so devastated that people buy these small monkeys, they shell be whit their mamas if they not have died or get in an accident so the baby is alone. They really show how they miss their mamas. It is so wrong. I do really hope that this is his real new home. GOOD LUCK and stay safe.
They don’t feel heartbreak though. It’s just instincts for warmth and food that they call out.
Flokie is the Best Watchkeeper
I think its amazing what your doing and i really wanna help. :)
This baby seems to be scratching alot , maybe it needs a bath?
Sometimes it is out of nervousness I have learned. The VMF staff monitor them closely. If they have fleas or dry shin, they are bathed and treated.
The little monkey that had surgery on his legs seems like he is in pain 😢❤️🐒❤️🐒❤️🐒❤️
Where isPascal and Toni.
😍👍✌️🐒 Mandame unooooo
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your intro to this video! True words spoken from the heart and not one ounce of bitter judgement against anyone!
Bravo, Dave... Bravo!
Would there be any benefit to integrating Jane with Jinx or other previous former pet monkeys?
What was Dirkulis story? Was Mom killed, was he just abandoned or was he also a pet?😢
Also, do you have any knowledge of reputable primate sanctuaries here in the USA? Ones that you’d recommend for volunteers to help at currently, due to the travel restrictions?
Born Free USA in Texas I think is reputable.
@@waitaminute2015 thank you! I’ll look into that one!
@@waitaminute2015 I just went to the website but it’s an error message. Thanks anyway.
@@barbarageorge7848 there must be a mistake because I know they are open. Born free usa.org
@@waitaminute2015 thanks! I didn’t add the .org part!
Nope, still can’t access it. Says it’s forbidden! Strange!! I’m not going to give up!
What happened to ITS mother?
Most of the time the mothers are killed via car or hunting.
Id love to volunteer to take care of little monkeys. Too bad I'm on the wrong damn continent. I volunteer at the animal adoption shelter here in US in the state of Delaware where I live. Cats and dogs there but mostly dogs no monkeys though. Wish there was a similar place here that's for primates but the North American continent has no indigenous monkey population except for some small troops in Florida that are the result of abandoned and escaped monkey pets due to storms destroying pet stores. They look to be Rhesus or Longtail Macaques. But then again if there were a monkey rescue here it would be bad because that would mean more orphans and dead mothers. Selfish on my part I guess but they are fascinating to me. Ther little faces and vocalizations
Dave, is there a video about how you started the foundation and about how you came to bringing it all together? I feel there might be one but I can't find it or maybe I imagined it...lol . Either way would love to watch a bio about you and the foundation! 💛❤️💛❤️
P.S. sooo happy flocky (sorry if that is wrong) is doing better with his leg lots of love and positive vibes on the way!!!! 🌈
Voluteers when they come hear get an introductory talk on how it all started, I am not keen on making a video as its not really about me at all, we all know that it takes support and help from many people to actually do something like this and its those people the focus needs to be on as ultimately they ones who have made it what it is and who will carry it on into the future.
@@VervetMonkey understandable Dear, was just curious about how it started. I love love what you do and I wish I could come and volunteer. I hope things get better and I will try to help to the best of my ability!
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Hey Dave. One average, how many babies do you think you may get in on a yearly basis?
Also, do you know what it may cost to care for a baby from the time it arrives at the Foundation until a Foster Mom takes him/her to a troop? I'm just wondering if $100.00 that donate a month is enough?
Good question. I imagine that cost would fluctuate depending on total donations. I think there's an email somewhere you could ask. I don't know if they can respond much here.
Is the scratching nerves? Or fleas?
its more nerves
What scared Floki at 21:06?
It sounds like one of the other little babies screamed and that frightened him
How much is it to "name" a baby?
think its around R1500 but there is a waiting list, there are some youngsters that need names just email info@vervet.za.org
@@VervetMonkey fifteen hundred us dollars?
$105
@@VervetMonkey ok! Very good! Thank you! I thought it was $1500😳
Dave have you ever placed a baby in the Bandit troop- given that they know where a milk cage is? Also, are the Bandit males also given vasectomies at 2 years?
as the bandits are free roaming its difficult to monitor the wellbeing of the infant, if something goes wrong the chances of getting a bandit into an intro cage is not that easy - that said we have given a bandit that has recently lost a baby a replacement as she was able to feed the baby
@@VervetMonkey that is wonderful, would have loved to seen that on video! She must have been so happy to get that baby and the baby as well awee.
oddie?
Are we able to fly into your country right now with COVID and all going on?
Yes South Africa is open to all
Monkey Keeping is an Art and by no mean should it be banned.
Where are you located?
Limpopo South Africa
Oh I wish I could go to Africa. I would love to help because I love animals especially monkeys. I'm always trying to find more documentaries on them. I learn about them and how they live in their own habitate. I use to want a monkey for a pet until I learned about them and I know God did not create them for us humans to treat them like pets. Africa is not in my reach right now, but I pray for strength in you minds, bodies and and spirit to continue to do the great work that your doing.
I wish people could understand that monkeys cannot be pets
I wish these Monkey OWNERS would watch your programme. Some of them truly make for an embarrassment of the Monkeys with dresses & head pieces. One Channel Baby Monkey Mona & Donna makes complete fools of the monkeys with his dressing up. He has at least 4 & one is moving toward aggressiveness towards extended family members. Unfortunately I don’t know whether he’s in Cambodia or Vietnam. These people really need to surrender their animals to Sanctuaries or their Govts move to confiscate the animals. Hopeless trying to report them through RUclips.
Those baby monkeys in countries you mentioned were poached from their mothers who are usually killed to get the baby. They are sold on the black market to these Vietnamese and Cambodians who make literally many thousands of dollars monthly through the videos they post, that appeal to people because the babies look humanized. When the baby is no longer young and cute, IF they live that long, they disappear,...killed or released into the wild where they are killed by the resident wild troop. There are agencies in those countries who are supposed to stop this illegal activity and punish the captors, but it is commonly believed that they are paid to ignore the situation. Even You Tube and FB won't stop posting the videos, I have tried, as you have as well I see. Their response is that they are not in violation of their community rules. So for me, to be able to see all the loving sacrifices made by Dave and the VFM "family" is very heartwarming and uplifting. Also, because I could become a member and donate monthly (membership donations start at $4.00/month I think) I feel blessed that in some small way I am a part of what they do. (Of course, I wanted the mug with the group picture of Toni, Dora, Viktor and Pascall, so they are with me when I have my morning coffee.) Thanks so much for trying to get You Tube to act.
How do we get signed up to come vol.?
vervet.za.org/volunteering/
Why can't you tell all these channels that have pet monkey's that make money off them to turn them over that they are not made for pets in people's house
Yeah, I agree with Michael Jones. Just look at the Cambodia monkey videos; example the foster parents of Koki - the baby monkey being ill-treated and abused in their own home and at the cattle field . They are real bullies and enjoy videoing the baby monkey with other puppies. Arrgh, so angry at them !
The only way to stop people from making videos is to stop watching. If there's no income, they won't do it.
Y eso es una protectora? Todos en jaulas? Creo que todo es mentira
If I send you some money 💰 would you please give them some flea medicine?
These pros know exactly what they’re doing!
Looks like mom found her baby, please give back her baby you took GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
They didn't take this baby from the wild monkey (bandit) you saw at the fence. This baby was rescued because it's mom was killed in an accident. All the babies here are rescue babies. Dave and his group would never take a baby from it's mom. They care for them and then at the right time the baby is adopted by a mom and joins a troop. Please watch more videos as they follow the babies story from rescue to adoption. These people are AMAZING!!!
🤦🏻♀️They took...really? Were we watching the same thing? Uhh...if that was the mom, she would not have been as calm and accepting of the baby in there..sorry but did you even listen when he was talking about the monkey when the baby was calling out to it?
The adult females are foster moms, they help raise the babies. With feeding stations and with baby bottles hang in them, only babies can fit in hole to enter. They don't take babies from their moms. Unless they help and injured baby, and they would for sure get it back to mom.
You do know this is a SANCTUARY, right? They rehabilitate and release babies (sometimes older former pets) that have lost their moms due to traps, car accidents, shootings, etc. The long and short of it is babies pick a foster mom and go live wild.
He is saving those poor baby's, you have no idea. This place is the best place for them to be.