Toys for monkeys must be sturdy, easy to clean and not battery operated. Old-fashioned children's activity centers with mirrors and moveable parts are a favorite. See our Monkey Toy Guidelines for more ideas and things to avoid. Monkey Food Raw nuts in the shell - the monkeys' favorite edible toy! (Nuts.com)Raw peanuts and pistachio nuts in the shellShelled cashewsRaw sunflower seeds (in or out of shell) and pumpkin seedsDried fruit and vegetablesPeanut butter and jellyCanned goods: green beans, corn, yams, vegetarian mixed vegetables, fruit canned in waterCereal - especially with fruit and nuts. No sugar frosting.Hot cereal (oatmeal, cream of wheat, grits, kashi, etc.)Zupreem canned food:Marmoset dietMazuri monkey food: www.mazuri.com We can always use Rope - 3/4" and 5/8" polypropelene or natural/manilaPlastic barrels and large bucketsSwingsShade cloth to make hammocksGift cards (Home Depot, Lowes, Target, WalMart, etc.)Green and amber flood lights for monkey yardYellow bug lights for porch lights on monkey buildingsDusk-to-dawn sensors for outdoor lights For more ideas, see the Jungle Friends Wish List
Monkey toys need to be very sturdy, not battery operated, and easy to clean and disinfect. Used toys are the best. You can get toys from families whose kids have outgrown them, and you can find some great toys at second hand stores and garage sales. People are often willing to donate their unsold items for the monkeys... especially if you offer to pick them up when the garage sale is over.
Remember that monkeys play rough! Their toys must be tough!
Good choices:
What to avoid:
Wish List Donate items from our Amazon Wish List Tools and Equipment Hog ring pliersLarge bolt cuttersShovelsPost hole diggersWheel barrowsMetal/hard rakesGreen "easy roller" carts (or any 4-wheeled outdoor cart)Screwdrivers - both types, large sizesAdjustable pliersChannel lock pliersSocket/ratchet handles9/16" and 1/2" deep sockets, 3/8" size6" reciprocating (Sawzall) saw blades for metal/wood/concrete boardCircular saw blades, standard size 7"Jig saw blades1/4" to 3/8" auger drill bitsMetal files - all shapes including chain saw roundsTree limb trimmersLawn mowerWeed eatersWeed eater stringStraps to secure trailer loadsMetal shelves (garage-type storage)Heavy-duty extension cordsWhole-house generatorTwo-way radios w/ charger (Kenwood, 16 channel) Building Materials Horse panels (2" x 4")3x12 corrugated plastic panels (patio roof) - clear or cream (Lowe's Tuff Tec)PVC pipe - 1/2" and 3/4"PVC connectors, elbows, T'sPVC glue (Rain R Shine) and primerCeramic tiles, thinset mortar, groutHog ringsLarge spike nailsBucket of galvanized 16 penny nails (30# keg)Wood and metal screws (all sizes)Nylon and manila rope - 1/2", 3/4", 1"Rustoleum-type spray paint - black, yellow, silver, cold/galvanizedShade cloth Operating Supplies Small and large blue tarpsZip ties, 8" and 14"Spray bottlesDish soapLaundry detergentBleachHand soapPurell Instant Hand Sanitizer - refills for wall dispensersLatex glovesLight bulbs, bug lightsKitchen trash bags, lawn bagsSheets, towelsFlood lights - amber and greenDusk to dawn controllers for flood lightsDixie cups - smallest size, for monkey medsInsulin needles - smallest and thinnest - 30 gauge, 1ccFirst aid supplies, antibiotic ointment, self-sticking bandagesAlcoholPaper towels, toilet paperPine shavings - beddingBoric acidAA batteries for electronicsFlashlights with rechargeable batteries Appliances and Household Space heaters w/temp controlCrock potsMicrowaveLinens and blanketsDish towelsPlastic food storage containersFloor lampsSharp Knives (to chop and prepare the monkey's meals)Knife Sharpeners Office Supplies/Equipment USB external hard driveFlash drivesLaser all-in-one printer/copierCopy paperPhoto paperHeavy card stockBlank DVDsBlank CDsSharpie markers3-ring binders, 2-4 inchEnvelopes - various sizes (#5-1/2, #6-3/4, #9, #10, 6x9, 9x12)Post-it notesInk jet cartridges 61, 950, 951File folders, letter sizePostage stampsFile cabinetsDesk chairsBook shelvesFolding tablesSmall white boardsStaplesShredderDesklampsComputer speakersCD/DVD storage shelves Gift Cards Home DepotLowe'sOffice DepotOfficeMaxWal-MartGasoline/Propane Vehicles Pick up truckGolf cart Landscaping Shrubs for vegetative barrier around perimeter of propertyNon-poisonous plants and trees to put in and around monkey habitatsDiatomaceous Earth (to control fire ants in the monkey's food and sleeping areas) As you can see, we're constantly using tools and materials to take care of the monkeys and maintain their habitats. While not listed here, the monkeys also need food, medicines and funds for veterinary bills. The sponsors of Jungle Friends make all the difference in the monkeys survival and well being. Without your support, we couldn't do what we're doing for them. Thank You. ...oh, and please don't forget that they enjoy having some toys too.
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