Booger may be small, but he's already captured our hearts with his adorable personality

Welcome to our latest video on the arrival of our newest baby monkey orphan, Booger Big Ears. Booger may be small, but he's already captured our hearts with his adorable personality. However, Booger's health is not without its complications, and we have had to create special diets to help him get back on his feet before he can meet his foster mom.
In this video, we'll share Booger's journey to recovery, including his daily routine, the foods we've prepared for him, and the medical attention he's received. We'll also introduce you to some of our amazing volunteers who have dedicated their time and effort to help care for Booger and our other rescued animals.
As a non-profit organization, we rely on the support of our community to continue rescuing and rehabilitating animals in need. By watching and sharing this video, you're helping to raise awareness of our cause and support the care of animals like Booger Big Ears.
Thank you for tuning in, and we hope you enjoy this heartwarming story of one baby monkey's journey to health and happiness. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to our channel for more updates on Booger and our other rescued animals. - Baby Season 6 - Episode 25 - At the Vervet Monkey Foundation, a wildlife conservation & animal rescue sanctuary...
The Vervet Forest is a wildlife documentary focused on the lives of the monkeys at the Vervet Monkey Foundation in South Africa . We join the orphaned and injured vervet monkeys in their adventure and struggles as they battle their way through the foster monkey mom program to become part of a monkey troop again. This channel is for those monkey lovers who enjoy monkeys living their lives as monkeys should.
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[@darlenemeeka5384]

So heart warming watching people that know how to properly care for these sweet monkeys. Seeing these monkeys poached and taken away from their mothers is heartbreaking. Also, being put in diapers and dressed in clothes is so sad. There’s a site where a woman is so cruel to the monkeys I just cried watching. Thank you for your dedication to the proper care of these sweet babies🥰

[@elainelewis6724]

Loved how Boogie shook his little head with dislike of his drink. Just like a kid with new flavors. ❤

[@mofolk8896]

When Boogie reached out and touched OhOh’s back, I just about cried. 💕

[@jensherman2771]

Me too! Little Boogie is going to have the best life now💛

[@popeye-polly-sweetpeasailo7402]

I notice he does not scratch himself at all. I notice that in all the videos of your baby monkeys they do not excessively scratch themselves. This is very impressive since excessive scratching is a sign of emotional discomfort, fear etc.

[@dorothydeese759]

Boogie is the sweetest little guy. After all he has been through it is wonderful seeing him getting a new mom.❤

[@carole833]

Thank God that lady found the monkey. that's so crazy. l this little tiny thing would have died as she didn't find it. Thank God they have the foundation to call for such situations. Love their channel

[@2bignugly]

I think they have figured out the best possible way to rehab these babies. They all seem to be gentle, calm, caring volunteers, and very responsible, as well. I wish I could volunteer but I'm 50 years old and spoiled, typical American,lol.

[@ak_2117]

That was the best most relaxing bath I think I've seen on here 😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤

[@julieprior3126]

Yes! He didn't wriggle at all did he?! Think he found it soothing and the fur on his head looked v glossy after it had dried 😊

[@ak_2117]

@@julieprior3126 yeah he loved it 😍hell I felt relaxed afterwards 🤣😍😍🥰

[@jenniferbooth9348]

The mom holding onto Booger melted my heart

[@Bethsabee_Sheba_Newrose]

❤ Mine too 🥹

[@Phoenix-76]

I have tried to convince my husband and mother to let come and volunteer. They said. But I will donate money. I plan on donating at least 500.00 to help these beautiful people and monkeys. I wish so much I could be there with you and help you with the monkeys, food, housing, etc. Until that day comes, give them air kisses from Alabama!! ❤❤❤❤

[@ctconn35]

Such a quick and easy union. Thank you everyone for what you do❤

[@renatezylla1421]

Welcome little Booger! You are in good hands now - but it will need time, before you get better and strong...

[@carolynmcpherson2667]

As you say, he's in the best of hands.

[@carolmorris2705]

He was longing for a mother and made her fall in love with him just by tagging along side. You all do such wonderful work. It warms my heart and brings a tear for these little ones who have been orphaned because man is so often inhumane. Bless each and everyone of you. 👍🏻🌹👍🏻

[@VervetMonkey]

Thank you so much!

[@BabyMonkeyDefender]

Uh oh 😁 what an epic name! Such a brilliant girl, letting little Boogie take his time. She's good. I startled my little dog 🤭 because when I saw Uh Oh and Booger cuddled close I squealed in joy! She watches the videos with me. Settles on my lap, looking up at me occasionally like she is in approval of the latest foster mom. Animals, we don't deserve them 💜 🥰

[@julieprior3126]

He enjoyed that tummy rub and his little bath! Think he's the most calm and stoic little monkey I've seen on VMF. 😊

[@jensherman2771]

Uh oh is such a beautiful kind hearted momma. Just what tiny Boogie needed. Nothing but love💛💛💛💛

[@user-rg5rg4hk7w]

Je sais qu’il est en de bonnes mains et qu’il sera bientôt confié à une mère adoptive. Il pourra ainsi recevoir l’éducation que sa mère lui aurait donné. Quand il rejoindra la forêt, il sera ainsi capable de se faire accepter et pourra survivre 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@craig247]

I am truly amazed at the incredible work and care for the animals... Well done guys and gals....

[@rockdocandlittlebird5974]

Poor little thing. It sounds like he's been through some physical trama, he sure looked pitiful when he first came in. I always love seeing them go to their foster moms. ❤

[@LivingLife9295]

He is so absolutely precious!❤

[@christinestalinski7185]

He's so adorable! So glad he is in good hands 😊

[@jennifer294]

Absolutely love watching when they get new moms💜

[@PamelaDianeClark-mg7lt]

I'm glad to see this little one well taken care of.!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sdraper2011]

Little ones pairing with a foster mom are my favorite videos. Well done! Also, you are an excellent narrator.

[@livinlovelee2683]

I love seeing the babies and new moms just fall in love

[@katsimmons1065]

Best monkey You-Tube I enjoy watching 🥰 Love how you care for all of them any age. Dave's voice is relaxing ❣️

[@VervetMonkey]

You are so kind

[@honeyowen3163]

💜VIEWERS: We don't want to be selfish and not share the smiles these monkeys give us right?. Take 2 minutes to make a call, send an email with a link asking them to subscribe, and you'll always get a big thank you from them. Hi from Canada.

[@annazanol239]

Welcome Litt Booger. You are in amazing hands . I'm so glad they have you know. They are all the best at the Vervet Forest. God Bless You all. Thank you for helping and sharing Booger with us.

[@barbarageorge7848]

"Booger" 😂😂😂 Love it!! 💜❤️❤️💜

[@sandrawilliams8335]

Wow 🤩 baby Booger is so cute 🥰 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@niccovisconti1712]

I wish to thank you folks so very much for the work you do and the time you devote to these animals. I've seen several videos lately of these people in I think it's the Philippines? I could be wrong. However these people mistreat these orphaned monkeys. Just for likes on KZbin or ticktock. It's very unfortunate. All I can do on my end is be a "Kent" and report the videos. You definitely earned my subscription and I'm going on a Vervet Monkey Foundation binge watch this evening. Cheers from Montana 🇺🇸 All my best to you! Cheers

[@ellenosceola5707]

Most of those videos are from Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand and China.

[@karenf.3566]

Hello little Booger. What a cutie you are. Your in great hands now. I wish you get well and have a long healthy good life. ❤❤💋💋

[@idbalendo]

So sweet!!!😍😍 Thank for your works!!!❤❤❤❤

[@VervetMonkey]

Glad you like them!

[@user-yr1ow5vh7p]

Какой красивый малыш. Ему пузико массажируют, а он лежит довольный. И купается спокойно. А после купания сон. Расти малыш.

[@janendres5369]

Thanks

[@VervetMonkey]

Thanks really appreciate it

[@josiehumble5907]

Thank you ❤️

[@ingewinbigler8225]

He's such an angel. Please stop calling.g him booger. Lol

[@patriciatimmerman2625]

Love VMF and all you do for the orphan monkeys. Little Boogie is a delight. So happy he has recovered from the stomach/intestinal injury/problems and bloating, and the 2 very painful looking abscesses on his back which were drained and helped to heal with medication! Such a brave little guy. Thank you all for your gentle, constant care to recovery. Heart warming to see him hugging UhOh, a foster mom :) If all goes well he will soon be in a troop climbing trees and playing with other wild monkeys. Well done VMF!

[@susanmiller6023]

The whole process with one is awesome. ❤

[@lesleysmith2354]

He has such beautiful eyes.

[@joanncoopertroupe3506]

Hes is sweet! I am sire he will get a wonderful Foster Mom..

[@susanneanna2421]

The healing powers of monkeys are incredible.

[@mamaboocee]

What a wonderful girl "Uh-Oh" is! I am impressed at the way she pretended to busy herself at the fruit plate waiting for Boogey to get close to her - and it worked! Despite his health problens, he seemed exceptional and memorable!

[@korrinschilling9909]

He's so cute! I'm glad you rescued him!

[@adriannegrillo8394]

He is the my most precious of all of the little ones! He's so sweet and calm. Such a sweet little fella ❤️

[@carolynmcpherson2667]

YAY!

[@ickiedeer-lamb7282]

Hi everyone. Welcome little booger

[@jenniferbooth9348]

He’s adorable!!!!!

[@marthamitchell2862]

I wish there could be more than one video per week ❤

[@VervetMonkey]

Us too!

[@Kerryday11]

Wonderful what you all do for these monks! God bless you all! ❤

[@catherinepalma3200]

He's so cute

[@claudefriang2340]

Good job! Congratulations !

[@tammywooley2635]

It looks like he is smiling

[@CurtisAClark]

He is so precious. I truly wish I cold set up a rescue, I have experience from when I was younger and worked a s.all zoo. And I'm in the USA. 😢 I love these little ones, even grown up with teeth!!

[@sherriehetzel6679]

Such a sweety . You do such a great job for animals

[@fedupwitumboth]

God bless.

[@cathymedina8876]

Luv the sounds they make.

[@jimrossi7708]

My number 1 station !! VMF is it !!! He looks like a fighter and with the care he’s getting from the fine folks at VMF I’m sure he’ll be fine in a little while !!

[@juliehowman3912]

Great work yet again

[@suecarter2676]

You are absolutely fantastic ORGANIZATION

[@user-wg4qp3pt8b]

Bless you

[@carmenvargas7078]

Love it nice home an love

[@user-rg5rg4hk7w]

Magnifique !

[@erynporter9951]

I'm so happy that Booger has a Great Mum lie UhOh!!! ❤ She's such a great Foster Mom, she seems to have an instinct about which babies need a little extra love, and which ones need some independence. I think Boogie needs the security of Mum's Hugs to help him heal, and it looks like he's off to a wonderful start♥️♥️♥️🙏🏼🙏🙏🏿! Thank you for another great video, and for all you do for these monkeys! Blessings and Hugs from Maine USA!🤗🤗🤗

[@CourtneyTunbridge79]

I loved this so much thank you guys for all that you do ❤❤

[@lmiller5671]

Dave, Love what you do for these tiny heartbreakers! (Please note that the music is too loud during your mini infomercials, it's jarring.) Will you not try to return him to his troop? Maybe too hard to verify if his troop is there due to people telling stories? I noticed that was a cage that came with him + stomach issues=??? Only an observation. No judge.

[@HAPPYBEADER9591]

I think it's fascinating how the females out in the troop know exactly what to do waiting at the door knowing it's baby time. I sure hope you could explain the instistint these mama's. Did you start way back doing this and the female monkey's figured your routine by repetition. I subscribed back in October and have lot's to watch but I really want to understand how the females know to go to the gate wanting a baby? This was so sweet I love the vervets they seem much more calmer and not vicious, I think the monkey that has the white face is mean the macaque if that's spelled correct I'll have to look it up.

[@gramking3222]

Cindy Mitchel. Thanks for asking that question. I have been wondering the same

[@MissBebe64]

I've seen other videos of monkeys in clothes and diapers doing farm work lots of baths and itching all the time. There's Kaka, Abu, Cutis , PuPu and many others

[@MissBebe64]

This is how it should be I'm new here and I love this channel

[@carolynmcpherson2667]

Josie, at 12:31 you say, "He is on full-strength milk." This is the full-strength of your special milk you have devised for babies with tummy troubles, right?

[@VervetMonkey]

correct, it will be referring to our infant soya milk

[@josiehumble5907]

Yes we use a special highly digestible infant formula. We had to reduce the strength of his milk for a while as he had a problem digesting certain foods whilst he had peritonitis.

[@JohnnygSawyer]

Hey Dave, question: Why didn't your team try integrating Booger back to his wild Troup? The lady said that her trees always has monkeys. Thanks for your time!

[@laurelbozman6997]

As the video shows he did have some medical problems that needed vet attention. He's on strict diet.

[@carolynmcpherson2667]

According to the lady who found him, they spent a lot of time searching for the original troop, but there was no sign of it.

[@lorireeves2432]

​@@laurelbozman6997 why are his nipples so pronounced, distinct❓never saw that on any of your other babies...

[@VervetMonkey]

it's uncertain whether the mother of Booger is still alive or not. If the mother is alive and members of the troop retrieve Booger, there is a chance that he could be reintegrated back into the wild. However, without the milk from his mother, Booger would be at risk of slowly starving to death.

[@bectoria22]

Also, because there were those two abscesses on Booger’s back from puncture wounds, the Vet (or sounds like one 😊) Pam D suggested that Booger may have been mistreated by his mum or another troop member. The baby’s troop may have left him behind purposely and it would be disastrous to try to reintegrate him into an angry mob. Personally, I don’t know, but anything’s possible.

[@carmenvargas7078]

Helping she a farmer

[@Kim-lc3fv]

Have I been missing videos or patreon intros re: some of the other babies? It seems like there were a lot of new babies other than Booger whom I'd not seen before.

[@VervetMonkey]

on there way, did not want to jump around to much and thought a little story of each may be better

[@kaseymigliaccio2519]

🐵 💕

[@jenniferbooth9348]

Will he catch up to where he should be at?

[@rentechpad]

Unless the wrong term for the diagnosis is being user peritonitis is not caused by what one eats unless one eats while a rupture in the intestine is open and food can flow from the intestine out into the peritoneum causing inflammation due to infection. Peritonitis is the inflammation of the peritoneum ( a membrane, a sheet of smooth tissue that lines, the abdominopelvic cavity and surrounds your abdominal organs), typically caused by bacterial infection either via the blood or after rupture of an abdominal organ. Its not normally in contact with food, whether the food is good or bad, for an animal or person that it will cause a rupture that dumps intestinal contents into the abdominal cavity, although its possible that very severe gastritis or gastrointestinal infection, heavy parasite load or gastrointestinal inflammation from a food incompatibility, or food borne infection could cause the intestine to rupture. It's not all that uncommon for small mammals to have a small intestinal rupture if they fall from a height, take abdominal trauma or something like that. A intestinal rupture will initially spill any contents of the intestine out into the abdominal cavity where it is then in contact with the peritoneal tissue and can causing inflammation and infection. Large defects or ruptures usually require surgical repair, but we find in cases of very small defects, with rest, antibiotics and allowing the gut (intestine) to rest without solid food being eaten the defect can heal on its own. If the parotitis is the result of gastritis or inflammation or infection in the intestinal tract, it becomes more complicated as you have to cure one to cure the other, and resting the gut with liquid food only, with a lower fat content, and no solids that make the gut work to digest and pass solid matter along should ever be given until its clear that any intestine irritation or infection is over and that enough time has gone by to assure any intestinal defect that could be leaking digestive fluid and food into the abdominal cavity is well and thoroughly healed. Full cage rest in a cage that prevents much movement, stretching, standing and climbing is usually also preferred. We often see this in practise in small baby animals such as kittens and puppies, rabbits and primates that are small, fragile and have very crowded abdomens and very little body musculature and fat to protect teh abdominal organs. Primates do tend to be able to heal up a good deal faster than domestic animals but the very best rule of thumb is to withhold solid foods for at least 72 hours, or wait until xrays show that the inflammation or infection in the peritoneum has subsided which usually means whatever small defects was there has healed. If they are not doing well within 24-48, are still symptomatic or start having an elevated temperature, exploratory surgery may be warranted to close the rupture as it maybe too large to close on its own. As too how big a rupture has to be to require surgery is often judged on just how well the patient is doing, as a 1mm defect may easily heal in many animals while in some the same size (which would need nothing more than one stitch to close) may either be in a place where its hard for the body to close back up or the animalis just not healthy enough to heal it. On the opposite side, even a defect several millimeters larger, and one we would expect would need surgical intervention, can close on its own with good gut and body rest. Given that this baby had abcesses on its back it may well have received a traumatic injury at the hands of its mother or troop, as not all mothers end up being good mothers at least with first babies, and rough treatment may have been enough to cause an intestine rupture. If mother was rejecting the baby he may not have been nursed as often as a baby usually is and is really too young to eat much in the ways of solids in the wild, and this was essentially the gut rest he needed to start healing and your seeing more of the end result of the healing process. You cannot know though whether the peritonitis set up recently or days ago, one xray cannot tell you that - your would need at least a series of 2-3 over as many days - so 72 hours of clear liquids and no solids should be the better plan. The fact that you are still seeing bloating after food intake makes one suspicious that there is still some intestinal leakage into the abdominal cavity causing irritation each time it happens.

[@VervetMonkey]

Thank you for your detailed explanation of peritonitis and how it is typically caused. I appreciate your insights on the various factors that can contribute to a small intestine rupture and the healing process that follows. It is helpful to understand the importance of gut rest and the need to withhold solid foods in order to promote healing. You also raise an important point about the possibility of traumatic injury causing the rupture in this particular case, given the presence of abscesses on the baby's back. It is unfortunate that some mothers may reject their young, and rough treatment could indeed cause injury to the delicate intestinal tissues of a small primate like this one. Your advice on waiting for the inflammation or infection to subside before reintroducing solids, as well as the need for careful monitoring and possibly exploratory surgery, is very informative. Your explanation of how even a small defect can sometimes heal on its own, while a larger defect may require surgical intervention, underscores the importance of careful observation of the patient's condition and response to treatment. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise on this topic.

[@Bethsabee_Sheba_Newrose]

@@VervetMonkey I just want to express how much I admire your diplomatic subtlety 😘

[@carmenvargas7078]

The baby baby

[@carmenvargas7078]

It's her birthday it be nice

[@LLStacheLarry]

Videos that I have watched. People that have monkey as pet need to watch and learn what to feed them. I saw. One monkey eating candy. It is a pet.

[@sneaker5732]

Okay who chose the name Booger for that handsome boy 😂😂😂😂😂

[@bridgetmonica31]

Calling him Booger..I believe some people call sasquash that.

[@mamaboocee]

Just wondering if maybe the mom left Boogey because of his health issues? As a kind of preservation of the fittest? - i ask because i dont know. I wouldnt even want to guess why he was all alone in the forest, but thank goodness he is here in a safe and happy😢 place now! anyone at the Vervet foundation ever seen this happening before? Boogey is the sweetest little Vervet i have ever seen on your channel and i have been watching for a while! But of course, i love allof them! Especially the big hearted foster moms! The volunteers are always impressive! A big thanks to everyone for all you do for these lovely creatures and for the whole earth!

[@VervetMonkey]

We have the same concerns every time we take in an orphan that people claim was just left behind, we try our best not to interfere with a natural process. but once a monkey is in our hands we will do everything we can to ensure it has the best outcome possible

[@mamaboocee]

@@VervetMonkey and for that, I am glad you take in those babies, and give them the lives they deserve. Watching the foster moms today that were taken in as orphans is simply amazing!

[@veganforlife1203]

😊💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛🙏👍☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️💞

[@tammywooley2635]

Look at 12:23,

[@livinlovelee2683]

How old is Boogie in this video?

[@carolynmcpherson2667]

It looks like his right hand is paralyzed.

[@coalblest5094]

Where you guys located

[@carmenvargas7078]

Mom has land

[@bettybriggs7720]

How do you find monkey moms who will bond? Don't they have to nurse ?

[@Mumsy1]

They have a special little place, with bottles in place for them to drink from. The big monkeys can't get in to that little space.

[@gsmith6026]

The females want a baby really badly and are happy to get a chance to be a mama.

[@TheMarzbar67]

Why would a troop leave a baby behind?????

[@carmenvargas7078]

My mom loves have baby monkey she have landed big land 3 it her wish help me

[@karinschmidt8847]

Please Why are the milkbottles in this cage ? Thank you ⚘ ⚘