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Animal Focus, directory of worldwide breeders, breed clubs, breed and species information, animals as pets, in farming, in zoos and aquariums, working, and in the wild.
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Monkeys Assist People with Disabilities
Monkeys, chosen for their intelligence and ability to perform simple tasks, can be trained to help severely disabled individuals. A capuchin's small hands and nimble fingers resemble human hands. They learn in much the same way as human children do -- by observing, imitating, and exploring. They have been trained to open doors, hold pencils, operate photocopying machines, and even carefully spoon feed a quadriplegic Professional:Assistance to the Handicapped
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