Ask Jessi # 1

The video addresses various questions about animal care, facilities, and personal experiences with animals. It discusses the setup of an animal facility, public access limitations, and the impact of specific animals on the speaker's life. The ethical considerations of owning exotic pets, particularly monkeys, are explored, emphasizing the challenges and responsibilities involved. The video also covers the rehoming of non-releasable animals and answers miscellaneous questions about a tortoise named Yuka.

What was the initial number of animals housed at the facility?

• 30

• 80

• 10

• 50

Why is the animal facility not open to the public?

• Insufficient funds for expansion

• Animals are too dangerous

• Lack of interest

• It's a private collection

Which animal taught the narrator about patience and communication?

• Annie the Vervet monkey

• Buddy the raccoon

• Kemosabe the porcupine

• Belle the horse

What is the main reason monkeys are not recommended as pets?

• They are too small

• They are not intelligent

• They require specialized care and socialization

• They are too expensive

What is the policy on rehoming animals at the facility?

• Animals are kept permanently unless a better home is found

• Animals are sold to other facilities

• Animals are only kept temporarily

• All animals are released into the wild

What is the lifespan of Yuka, the tortoise?

• 80 years

• 100 years

• 20 years

• 50 years

What is the main challenge in caring for monkeys as pets?

• Providing a large enough enclosure

• All of the above

• Finding a suitable diet

• Ensuring proper socialization and permits