Today our team were called out to an injured monkey who had been found lying face down on the ground, too weak to move.
We left immediately and found this beautiful little girl, estimated to be around 2 years old, with a large wound to her arm, most likely caused by a pellet gun. Due to how weak she was, we feared the pellet may have entered her chest, but thankfully her X-rays showed that wasn’t the case.
She has since had her wounds cleaned, been placed on IV fluids to help with dehydration, and is receiving pain relief, antibiotics, and plenty of rest while she regains her strength. She is still very weak, but she’s safe now… and she’s fighting.
The first thing everyone notices about her is her incredible eyes. They’re huge, gentle and full of soul. 🥹
She’s now been named Pepper thanks to an amazing follower, this donation will contribute towards her veterinary visit, ongoing care and rehabilitation. We will share more details in the following days about her healing journey. Please keep sending her healing wishes ❤️🩹
Today our team were called out to an injured monkey who had been found lying face down on the ground, too weak to move.
We left immediately and found this beautiful little girl, estimated to be around 2 years old, with a large wound to her arm, most likely caused by a pellet gun. Due to how weak she was, we feared the pellet may have entered her chest, but thankfully her X-rays showed that wasn’t the case.
She has since had her wounds cleaned, been placed on IV fluids to help with dehydration, and is receiving pain relief, antibiotics, and plenty of rest while she regains her strength. She is still very weak, but she’s safe now… and she’s fighting.
The first thing everyone notices about her is her incredible eyes. They’re huge, gentle and full of soul. 🥹
She’s now been named Pepper thanks to an amazing follower, this donation will contribute towards her veterinary visit, ongoing care and rehabilitation. We will share more details in the following days about her healing journey. Please keep sending her healing wishes ❤️🩹...
Litchie is a member of the James troop and, like many ex-pets, she has her own very distinctive ways of interacting with the world. One of her most noticeable habits is her intense eye contact while eating 👀
She also has a few other quirks that make her, well Litchie! Litchie is exceptionally neat when she eats, recently eating corn by the kernel the other day. She can also show a strong streak of jealousy if food or items are handed to someone else in her presence - instead of passing things directly, you have to place them down and let the other person pick them up herself.
Every individual is so different with their own quirks and behaviours and that’s what makes them so special, although there’s not many with as many quirks as Litchie!
Litchie is a member of the James troop and, like many ex-pets, she has her own very distinctive ways of interacting with the world. One of her most noticeable habits is her intense eye contact while eating 👀
She also has a few other quirks that make her, well Litchie! Litchie is exceptionally neat when she eats, recently eating corn by the kernel the other day. She can also show a strong streak of jealousy if food or items are handed to someone else in her presence - instead of passing things directly, you have to place them down and let the other person pick them up herself.
Every individual is so different with their own quirks and behaviours and that’s what makes them so special, although there’s not many with as many quirks as Litchie!...
POV: Your camera roll after Maddie’s last week in human care📸
As we celebrate Maddie officially joining her foster mum, Buffy, and graduating from human care, we wanted to share some of our favourite moments from her final week with us.
While Maddie is no longer being cared for by the baby team, she’ll continue to be closely monitored by our integration team as she settles into life with Buffy 🫶
Maddie has captured the hearts of so many people around the world, so here are a few candid moments from her last week as a baby in human care.
And don’t worry… we’ll be sharing plenty of photos of Maddie and Buffy together as soon as we can❤️🐒 Think your camera roll could look like this? 📸💛 Our baby season usually runs from October through to March/April, and every year we’re looking for kind, dedicated volunteers to help care for orphaned vervet monkeys on their journeys to join a troop. Find out more about our volunteer programmes via the link in our bio. ✨
POV: Your camera roll after Maddie’s last week in human care📸
As we celebrate Maddie officially joining her foster mum, Buffy, and graduating from human care, we wanted to share some of our favourite moments from her final week with us.
While Maddie is no longer being cared for by the baby team, she’ll continue to be closely monitored by our integration team as she settles into life with Buffy 🫶
Maddie has captured the hearts of so many people around the world, so here are a few candid moments from her last week as a baby in human care.
And don’t worry… we’ll be sharing plenty of photos of Maddie and Buffy together as soon as we can❤️🐒 Think your camera roll could look like this? 📸💛 Our baby season usually runs from October through to March/April, and every year we’re looking for kind, dedicated volunteers to help care for orphaned vervet monkeys on their journeys to join a troop. Find out more about our volunteer programmes via the link in our bio. ✨...
For months, Maddie has watched the monkeys in Skrow from the other side of the fence.
She would reach out to the monkeys who looked just like her, asking for grooms, gentle touches and little kisses through the fence. It was impossible not to wonder what she was thinking, but one thing was clear… she wanted to be with her own kind.
Months ago, after spending countless hours together at the fence, it was decided that Buffy would become Maddie’s foster mum when the time was right.
The only problem was… Maddie wasn’t ready.
A long rehabilitation journey filled with tummy troubles, skin issues, dehydration and more meant this moment had to wait. No matter how much Maddie wanted it, her health had to come first.
But today…
Today, Maddie met Buffy.
Although Buffy took her own sweet time coming into the room, once she arrived she walked straight over to Maddie and immediately began grooming her.
Maddie couldn’t contain her excitement.
She followed Buffy everywhere, grooming her back at every opportunity, staying close by her side as though she’d finally found what she’d been waiting for all these months.
They’ve shared their first meal together, many grooms and are now snuggled together for their first night.
This is why we do what we do. For over 4,224 hours, Maddie has been cared for by the VMF team. Every 2am feed, every treatment plan, every vet visit and every setback has been worth it to see Maddie exactly where she belongs… in the arms of another monkey.
For months, Maddie has watched the monkeys in Skrow from the other side of the fence.
She would reach out to the monkeys who looked just like her, asking for grooms, gentle touches and little kisses through the fence. It was impossible not to wonder what she was thinking, but one thing was clear… she wanted to be with her own kind.
Months ago, after spending countless hours together at the fence, it was decided that Buffy would become Maddie’s foster mum when the time was right.
The only problem was… Maddie wasn’t ready.
A long rehabilitation journey filled with tummy troubles, skin issues, dehydration and more meant this moment had to wait. No matter how much Maddie wanted it, her health had to come first.
But today…
Today, Maddie met Buffy.
Although Buffy took her own sweet time coming into the room, once she arrived she walked straight over to Maddie and immediately began grooming her.
Maddie couldn’t contain her excitement.
She followed Buffy everywhere, grooming her back at every opportunity, staying close by her side as though she’d finally found what she’d been waiting for all these months.
They’ve shared their first meal together, many grooms and are now snuggled together for their first night.
This is why we do what we do. For over 4,224 hours, Maddie has been cared for by the VMF team. Every 2am feed, every treatment plan, every vet visit and every setback has been worth it to see Maddie exactly where she belongs… in the arms of another monkey.
Here’s to the start of your new forever Maddie 👑...
Finally the day that Maddie meets foster mum Buffy. Princess Maddie has been waiting for this moment after arriving at the Vervet Monkey Foundation in January cold, wet, dehydrated found near a coalmine.
Her carers and supporters are all ecstatic her health is now thriving and so happy we can share these special moments with you.
If you would like to donate towards orphans like Maddie and enjoyed the live, you can do so using the Dreamland campaign link.
Finally the day that Maddie meets foster mum Buffy. Princess Maddie has been waiting for this moment after arriving at the Vervet Monkey Foundation in January cold, wet, dehydrated found near a coalmine.
Her carers and supporters are all ecstatic her health is now thriving and so happy we can share these special moments with you.
If you would like to donate towards orphans like Maddie and enjoyed the live, you can do so using the Dreamland campaign link....
With every passing day, we’re seeing his confidence grow. He’s becoming braver exploring the world around him, climbing trees with more determination and spending his days playing with the youngsters in Gismo troop.
Keep growing, exploring and playing little one. We’re so proud of you🐒💛
With every passing day, we’re seeing his confidence grow. He’s becoming braver exploring the world around him, climbing trees with more determination and spending his days playing with the youngsters in Gismo troop.
Keep growing, exploring and playing little one. We’re so proud of you🐒💛...
When Mae arrived in our care, she’d already been through so much. She had wounds to the back of her head, a pronounced head tilt that meant she couldn’t even walk in a straight line, and just when we thought she was beginning to turn a corner, she ended up battling mites too. It certainly wasn’t the easiest start to life, but despite every setback, Mae was given the second chance she deserved.
💜 Fun fact: Baby team gave emojis to each baby this season and Mae’s was the purple heart! When she arrived, the wounds on her head had been treated with gentian violet, leaving her with a very purple little head. It became her signature emoji throughout her rehabilitation.
Fast forward to today and Mae is an entirely different little monkey.
She’s a chunky, confident girl who absolutely loves her milk, spends most of her day climbing on the backs of the other monkeys, and has endless energy for playing. It’s impossible not to smile when you watch her bouncing around with her monkey family.
One of Mae’s biggest milestones has been meeting her foster mum, Judi-Bee. As Judi-Bee has an old leg injury, she’s had a little helping hand from her own foster mum, Smudge, making Mae’s introduction even more special. Watching them work together to care for Mae has been such a lovely reminder of just how incredible vervet monkeys are.
Every orphan’s journey is different, and Mae’s certainly hasn’t been without its challenges. Looking at her now, you’d never guess the little monkey she once was.
Today, Mae is exactly where she belongs - surrounded by a troop of monkeys, many of whom have their own rescue stories, learning from her foster family and embracing everything it means to be a young vervet 🫶
When Mae arrived in our care, she’d already been through so much. She had wounds to the back of her head, a pronounced head tilt that meant she couldn’t even walk in a straight line, and just when we thought she was beginning to turn a corner, she ended up battling mites too. It certainly wasn’t the easiest start to life, but despite every setback, Mae was given the second chance she deserved.
💜 Fun fact: Baby team gave emojis to each baby this season and Mae’s was the purple heart! When she arrived, the wounds on her head had been treated with gentian violet, leaving her with a very purple little head. It became her signature emoji throughout her rehabilitation.
Fast forward to today and Mae is an entirely different little monkey.
She’s a chunky, confident girl who absolutely loves her milk, spends most of her day climbing on the backs of the other monkeys, and has endless energy for playing. It’s impossible not to smile when you watch her bouncing around with her monkey family.
One of Mae’s biggest milestones has been meeting her foster mum, Judi-Bee. As Judi-Bee has an old leg injury, she’s had a little helping hand from her own foster mum, Smudge, making Mae’s introduction even more special. Watching them work together to care for Mae has been such a lovely reminder of just how incredible vervet monkeys are.
Every orphan’s journey is different, and Mae’s certainly hasn’t been without its challenges. Looking at her now, you’d never guess the little monkey she once was.
Today, Mae is exactly where she belongs - surrounded by a troop of monkeys, many of whom have their own rescue stories, learning from her foster family and embracing everything it means to be a young vervet 🫶...
This week’s favourite comes from our Local Team Manager, Lucas, whose favourite monkey is one of VMF’s true golden oldies… Roman. 🐵
At an incredible 28 years old, Roman is one of the oldest monkeys at the sanctuary. Having lost all of his teeth over the years, his little tongue is almost always peeking out, making him a firm favourite for our Tongue Out Tuesday posts! 👅
Roman is well known for being a bit of a grumpy old gentleman. He’s mastered the art of giving the perfect eyebrow raise to let everyone know exactly what he thinks! But behind that tough exterior is a much softer side, especially when it comes to his two companions, Marley and Queenie. They were moved in with Roman after Queenie developed mobility issues and Marley recovered from a broken leg, and the trio have become the sweetest little family.
When asked why Roman is his favourite, Lucas said:
“Roman was the first monkey I really got to know when I started working in the bottom section. He’s a cool monkey and made me enjoy working there.” 🐵
Lucas has recently completed a PASA grant-funded leadership course, helping him continue to grow in his role as Local Team Manager. Lucas started in 2015 and most recently can be seen working on the new Lankora troop. Thanks for all your help over the years Lucas! 💚
This week’s favourite comes from our Local Team Manager, Lucas, whose favourite monkey is one of VMF’s true golden oldies… Roman. 🐵
At an incredible 28 years old, Roman is one of the oldest monkeys at the sanctuary. Having lost all of his teeth over the years, his little tongue is almost always peeking out, making him a firm favourite for our Tongue Out Tuesday posts! 👅
Roman is well known for being a bit of a grumpy old gentleman. He’s mastered the art of giving the perfect eyebrow raise to let everyone know exactly what he thinks! But behind that tough exterior is a much softer side, especially when it comes to his two companions, Marley and Queenie. They were moved in with Roman after Queenie developed mobility issues and Marley recovered from a broken leg, and the trio have become the sweetest little family.
When asked why Roman is his favourite, Lucas said:
“Roman was the first monkey I really got to know when I started working in the bottom section. He’s a cool monkey and made me enjoy working there.” 🐵
Lucas has recently completed a PASA grant-funded leadership course, helping him continue to grow in his role as Local Team Manager. Lucas started in 2015 and most recently can be seen working on the new Lankora troop. Thanks for all your help over the years Lucas! 💚...
