Samango orphaned baby monkey enjoys her new home, not all lives can be saved

[@breynolds5894]

The fact that you knew that baby wasn't going to make it but all fought so hard for its life says a lot about all of you. With so much hate going around in the world, especially here on the internet, it's refreshing to see some true heroes fighting for what's right.

[@S_F_U_L]

Dave, listening to the pain in your voice during the Chipette voiceover was heartbreaking. You are an amazing man, I take my hat off to you, Suzy, Mark, and the rest of the team. The care and love you provide to the animals in your care is truly heartwarming. Thank you.

[@bonnierudnisky2509]

I totally agree!

[@julieprior3126]

@@bonnierudnisky2509 Me too.

[@johnnydeppappreciationclub]

And me too!

[@juliehowman3912]

Sorry for your sad loss please know that you did your best. This loss is such a rare thing and you can only work on the knowledge you have. In the case of baby 37 it was simply too late, after a catastrophic injury. There have been 36 that you have saved and only 3 are left to get integrated. That is truly AMAZING, that is 36 lives living that would not be without your love and care and intervention. The bite wound was on the stomach so chances are great it would have perished anyway do to the nature of intestinal complications. At least in its final minutes it was rested in Dave’s lap so could feel some love at the end.

[@Kim-lc3fv]

I know that other people can have worries other than saving wildlife. Or they look upon the monkeys as pests. I know that in Australia, people save injured and orphaned flying foxes just as you save vervets. But many Australians see flying foxes as pests, not as intelligent sentient beings who deserve a second chance. So, thank you again for all your hard work and caring. ❤️

[@timmied8461]

I felt so sad for that little guy who didn't make it! I see you guys did all that you could for this little one, who was probably already gone, but that didn't stop you from trying everything you could to bring him back! Thank you so much for all the love and care that you give to these animals! 🙏🐒💖

[@lynnbuonomo7611]

I have to comment again on the Sumagos!! Thanks so much for sharing all of that content, I know it must take up a lot of time to edit and things like that! Much appreciation for taking the time to let us view all these Fascinating Monkeys, it’s really Great! Thank-you again. God Bless All the work, love, and support you and Your crew do for the lovely creatures of our planet 💕

[@chrispettersson6101]

Thankyou for this video...I love to hear Dave's commentary..his love for these wee guys shines through in his voice. So sad that baby didnt make it, but he didnt die alone, he was surrounded by people who cared.❤😥

[@pegberthold3988]

I could not have said it any more eloquently than Julie did below. I choked up hearing the pain in Dave's voice. I know the emotional toll on all of you is monumental, because your love and empathy for all life is monumental. Everything in the universe is connected energy, so I have no doubt that baby's spirit is resting peacefully in the next realm of life, maybe with its mother. Thank you for your complete 24/7 devotion in all you do. I hope your outreach programs that educate the public, especially children, exponentially foster the realization that monkeys are sentient beings, and with that realization, greater appreciation and empathy will follow. This video was both sad and celebratory, Watching the monkeys and listening to your voiceovers always teaches me something new, and makes me feel closer to the monkeys.

[@patriciatimmerman2625]

Thank you VMF for rescuing orphan monkeys. VMF thank you sooo much for giving little Chipette a name! :) And for trying to make Chipette as comfortable as possible under the circumstances, and giving him love, quiet, respect, and peaceful attention as he passed away. Sad. Very sad. I am sorry for your loss VMF. RIP dear sweet Chipette.

[@nikkiknight9455]

I'm sorry you were unable to save the little one. Hearing the sadness in Dave's voice was enough to bring tears to my eyes. It's unfortunate that we do not have more empathetic, more caring humans in this world. Thank you for making a difference to so many precious creatures.

[@kittyallen5294]

I teared up too

[@Rkatzir]

Thank you guys for what you do for these beautiful creatures. A little sad today though, May chipette rest in peace ❤️🙏 thanks guys ❤️🐵

[@julieprior3126]

Interesting and varied episode. It's important to see the work of the foundation as a whole. Reintegrations are sometimes very tricky; not all wounds can be healed; rehab takes time but Lili's story is delightful. She had a slow bonding with Zee but now look at them! She's a plucky little thing and bravely showed her independence while following Zee until Zee really took to her. Always great to see Floki!

[@carolynmcpherson2667]

This episode demonstrates that other creatures--not just humans--have lives of love and pain. You are doing the best you can--better than that, even--and all of us appreciate you.

[@josrnelson]

The heartbreak in Dave's voiceover description, while Mark and the other manager (who's name I've forgotten) were fearlessly working, was simultaneously magnificent and mournful.

[@gerinipe1178]

Love Dave’s commentaries. ❤️love the monkeys

[@dutchess1960420]

Very beautiful baby's 😍

[@rockdocandlittlebird]

I do local cat rescue. A few days back I was given two neonates (4 days at most.) One didn't make it. I spent 24 hours desperately trying to nurse her along, slept sitting upright with them cuddled in my shirt so feedings were quicker. But I could tell, the moment they handed her to me and it still ripped my heart out. Which is my way of saying I feel you.

[@VervetMonkey]

Sorry to hear that

[@rockdocandlittlebird]

Like you said, it's part of the job, kinda the worst part. I try to remember that in the last year I've had 25 kittens pass through my hands and I've lost 5 (three were fading from the birth). And we've taken 5 queens out if the reproduction cycle. Every little bit helps.

[@renatezylla1421]

Thanks to you, that you have given little Lilly a mother ...I can see how much Lilli is enjoying her live in the troop...

[@deborahhodges342]

Omg so precious

[@gritskennedy5007]

Dave you are the best human being ever ever that Ive ever seen...you are so pure of heart..such a kind and loving human being.

[@sleer8129]

Dave, you are a beautiful soul.

[@besmartgetfit]

Thank you so much for this. It was a journey, heart warming, sad and ended with the bandits brilliance.

[@monicaalvin8239]

Thank you for your heartwarming important work that give these little monkeys a chanse !! :) You and the whole team are great beautiful heros that make the world a bit better place!!

[@ickiedeer-lamb7282]

Hi guys I'm so glad its Thursday. I always to see @vmf

[@granddeeg7515]

Lilly has the cutest little face!!! They look happy. Thanks to all of you!!!

[@beccaann8573]

I'm so happy y'all named him chipette and didn't leave the little guy nameless. I know y'all took good care and respect for him in his death. Says alot

[@erynporter9951]

Thank you Again to all the VMF Staff & Volunteers, you make such a Huge difference in so many monkeys lives!!! In was sorry to see the little one who didn't make it, I agree with Dave that it is heartbreaking to see and know that something might have been able to have been done. Unfortunately not everyone sees the World the same🥲.However the monkeys you have helped live a much better life with you all in it!♥️♥️♥️ The Samango monkeys are so cute, and mellow (compared to the Vervets, lol). I could understand how people might think they are "cute & cuddly and I'd love to have one to love" BUT they are seen here in a safe, "controlled " environment. THEY ARE STILL WILD ANIMALS and should never be kept as pets..... people thinking that is why some of these monkeys are Not with their families!!! Just remember people that these are Not pets at the VMF, they are rescued monkeys!!!♥️ 🙏🤗🤗Blessings and Hugs to you all from Maine USA

[@sarah.harasboucher5202]

😢 Oh seeing you guys fight for that baby that was already lost …then hearing Dave choking up brought me to tears….but we need to see this we need to see why you do what you do, why you work so hard and so passionately!! All of you are truly ANGELS 😇! Thank you for all you do and all of your hard work ❤!! ❤️ 🙈 ❤️

[@roseb1370]

You are all angels 😇. Good job ❤❣️

[@chereecargill355]

How sad that little Chipette could not be saved. You all are miracle workers and angels on earth, but sometimes it's just too late for some of these precious babies.

[@av8tore71]

So cute listening to the slurps when a monkey does it but when my 14 year old daughter does it it's like fingernails on a chalkboard

[@lou5202]

Awe..I didn't realize u left the intro cages open for them to come into after being released into the troop..that's very cool..u really have thought of everything.to make these lil ones(and the adults)feel comforted and safe..I think whatever animal.comes to you is so lucky.

[@margaretcostello8528]

All of you deserve medals for all the compassionate care and gentle guidance you give to all the monkeys on the reserve and bey

[@jpro138]

What happened to little Lolabean??

[@vpaniagu]

I am looking all over the place. Anybody know what happened ?

[@jennifer294]

Well the first time I went to watch it I had no sound, so I checked today was gonna just read but I had sound...(happy) Very heartbreaking video in spots but always awesome to watch..Thanks to everyone for everything. GOD BLESS YOU ALL

[@sharongalang5717]

So sorry u lost the baby u people do a great job I believe god put us here to take care of all animals he gave us awesome world to be in there so small so helpless thank u guys for giving ur time love to these babies 🐒🌴🍼🐾🙉🙈🙊🌾

[@bitsabelle]

Thank you for all you do ♥️

[@mamasabe1w81]

Super Nino didn’t miss a beat! I ❤️ Lily and she sure loves her mommy! Zea really does adore her in her own way. A great female companion. I don’t think I’ve ever heard a Samango alarm call. Don’t know what it sounds like. I cried, I had to turn it off. Too difficult to watch Chippette pass away

[@debbiecoyne]

Listening to the despair and heartbreak in Dave's voice while watching the team try to say that baby just brought me to tears! Oh who am I kidding, I was crying my eyes out! It was very hard to watch. Rest in peace little one! What happened to Lola Bean? Is she going to be okay? I can't thank you & all of your staff enough for everything you all do to care for these little angels!

[@dorothydeese759]

You sure do face many senarios. It is sad for the passing of the little monkey 😢 thanks for trying and God bless 🙏❤️

[@janmcguire5268]

I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you for all that you do.

[@lawanahultquist9342]

Thank you so much for the commentaries I cannot hear when people are just talking through their cell phones but when you are doing your commentaries I am able to hear it and understand ❤️👍

[@julieprior3126]

Me too.

[@jimbowers5402]

Boy, I hope I don't have to watch a little one pass when I'm there next month.

[@amybush9066]

I'm so sorry there was nothing you guys could do to help Chipette. Thankful she wasn't alone on the side of the road when she crossed over. What happened to little Lolabean?

[@celinereilly5550]

I think this was a tough season for you all. There seemed to be a high number of babies and a low level of volunteers. What happened lolabean this week and how is the monkey who lost his leg last week. ?

[@stephRN05]

Where’s the update on Lolabean? I tried looking around for info 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@berniewhit]

I do expect people to drop everything and do what they can even if it’s very little.🧐

[@susanputnam4936]

did terry get out the door?

[@kittyallen5294]

I remember you said Samantha's are on the endangered list. Does this mean you don't vasectomy the male samangoeses?

[@VervetMonkey]

We still do, it's the females that are important for the continuation of the species and the reason we do the males only

[@kittyallen5294]

@@VervetMonkey do the vasectomies also assist in reducing friction in the troops... such as the males not killing the babies?

[@serratedanderson7148]

Ok so question. I thought baby season starts in November? But it seems you guys have been getting babies all year. Am I mistaken on this?

[@VervetMonkey]

you mistaken on this

[@dutchess1960420]

Omg was he ok

[@teenspirit180]

Vegan sanctuary? What does that mean? The animals or staff are Vegan?

[@VervetMonkey]

what would be your first guess?

[@teenspirit180]

@Vervet Monkey Foundation that the staff is vegan. Not being mean. I genuinely curious

[@Zion45005]

Oh Dave, I heard the pain and concern in your voice. May you be blessed by God for taking care of Mother Nature's babies so wholeheartedly. I am so sorry to see such a innocent little baby gone. Glad he had your kindness as he took his last breath. You're heart is so big ❤️ May you continue to spread your beautiful love to the world. We sure do need it.

[@VervetMonkey]

Yes, thank you