Ex Libris 
 C. K. OGDEN
 
 HOTES OS PET MOSKEYS.
 
 NOTES 
 
 ON 
 
 PET MONKEYS 
 
 AND 
 
 HOW TO MMAGE THEM. 
 
 BY ARTHUR PATTERSON 
 
 PROFUSELY ILLUSTRATED. 
 
 LONDON: 
 L. UPCOTT GILL, 170, STRAND, W.C. 
 
 1888.
 
 LONDON : 
 PRINTED BY A. BRADLEY, 170, STRAND, W.C.
 
 PREFACE. 
 
 P^ROM the time ray fingers were big enough to manufac- 
 ture a fly-cage with a hollowed cork and a few pins, for 
 the benefit of bluebottles, till now, the Simian family has 
 had great fascinations for me; and to my little friends with 
 tails, this Series of odd Notes for they cannot lay claim to 
 a higher title is respectfully dedicated. 
 
 To literary merit this handbook lays no claim whatever 
 not further, perhaps, than that of being original in matter 
 and theme. All other lines of the "Fancy" have been well 
 threshed out by a number of experienced writers. Monkeys 
 have been overlooked ; and for want of a better book to 
 supply its place, this is edged into the gap, and handed 
 over to the fancier, who may overlook its faults in its help. 
 
 Whatever credit may be deserving is due to FRANCIS 
 GUY, Esq., of Sudbury, at whose instigation I made close 
 acquaintanceship with quite a colony of monkeys and con- 
 ceived the idea of scribbling about them. 
 
 ARTHUR PATTERSON. 
 GREAT YARMOUTH. 
 
 1C99362
 
 CONTENTS. 
 
 CHAP. 
 
 I. INTRODUCTION . 
 
 II. CLASSIFICATION 
 III. MONKEYS IN GENERAL . 
 IV. CAGE ITEMS . . . 
 
 V. CHOICE OF A MONKEY . 
 
 VI. PURCHASING A MONKEY. 
 
 VII. FEEDING . . . . 
 
 VIII. GENERAL MANAGEMENT. 
 
 IX. AILMENTS . 
 
 X. CONCLUDING OBSERVATIONS . 
 
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 NOTES ON PET MONKEYS. 
 
 CHAPTER I. 
 
 INTRODUCTION. 
 
 The Monkey as a Pet Why he becomes Unpopular A Comical 
 and Entertaining Pet Monkeys Mentioned in the Bible 
 The Ancient Egyptians and the Monkey Monkeys in the 
 Middle Ages How Monkey -keeping may be made Popular 
 Habits and Economy of Monkeys in a Wild State Monkeys 
 Arboreal in Habit Monkeys and Snakes A Bare Sight 
 The Monkey as Food Exporting Monkeys Yarns about 
 Monkey -trapping Native Jam as a Drug. 
 
 ERSONS who have a strongly - developed pro- 
 pensity for the keeping of pets, have, in most 
 cases, at some time or other, included a monkey 
 in their list of specialties; but with few excep- 
 tions, from some mishap or devilry on the part 
 of the little imp, the fancy in that line has come to an 
 abrupt, and, to the rest of the household, a very welcome 
 termination. Such an innate and irrepressible streak of mis- 
 
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 10 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 chief runs through the whole of a monkey's nature that, 
 except under special circumstances, the animal has become 
 branded as an outlaw in the fancy, few daring to venture 
 a speculation from fear of misadventure, and those few soon 
 tiring from continual realisation of their expectations. Yet, 
 after all, a more comical and entertaining pet cannot possibly 
 be kept, if but under proper control; and you have a fertile 
 source of never-failing drollery at your disposal. Adroitness, 
 agility, restlessness, and mischievous curiosity are their pro- 
 minent characteristics when in a state of liberty; and in 
 captivity they retain the same, their cunning and comical 
 ways, coupled with inimitable grimace, making them general 
 favourites with the public, especially with the juvenile portion 
 of it. 
 
 As pets, monkeys were kept centuries since ; and it is 
 recorded in the Books of Chronicles and Kings, that Solomon, 
 among other importations speculated in a quantity of apes, 
 possibly for his menagerie affording at the time an instance 
 of two extremes meeting! The Egyptians were not slow to 
 appreciate the special qualifications of the Simian species as 
 pets, and on many of their tablets and obelisks are to be seen 
 chiselled the Thoth Baboon, the Grivet, the Patas monkey, 
 and others. 
 
 In the Middle Ages, the " baron bold " and the " ladye faire " 
 always made the strolling minstrel and his monkey welcome 
 in the " hall or bower ; " and as great a favourite still is the 
 little Savoyard, who, with his monkey and his barrel organ, 
 can always draw an admiring, if not an appreciative, audience. 
 
 The menagerie and the zoological collection are incomplete 
 without a certain complement of monkeys; and whatever else 
 may awe, and frighten, and command the admiration of the 
 gaping crowd, it is this department that awakens the broad 
 grin and the hearty laugh. 
 
 Much has been done of late to bring old-established pets
 
 Introduction. 11 
 
 up to a very high standard of perfection. Shows and com- 
 petitions have done much to encourage them. The rabbit, the 
 pigeon, and poultry "fancies" are in full swing; the cat 
 fancy has worked itself up into public favour; and so, too, 
 has that of the guinea-pig, thanks to the persevering efforts 
 of Mr. Cumberland, F.Z.S., and others. And I do not see 
 why, where space and proper conditions are forthcoming, the 
 monkey should not become a more marked favourite amongst 
 fanciers, and not a haphazard whim of a few persons here 
 and there. Certainly breeding and improvement are out of 
 the question two great stimulants to other lines of fancy; 
 but the amusement and interest derived amply atone for 
 them. Where a fancier is not addicted to balancing the 
 matter of pet-purchase and pet-keeping upon the snap of his 
 purse, a series of monkeys, in a properly-arranged domicile, 
 not only affords himself considerable interest and entertain- 
 ment, but gives unlimited fun to a large circle of ever-ready- 
 to-be-amused acquaintances. 
 
 The habits and economy of the monkey tribes in their wild 
 state have been comparatively but little noted by travellers. 
 Casual references have been made from time to time in their 
 writings ; and the hackneyed facts and fancies about monkey 
 bridges, and nut pelting, and such like, were familiar to us in 
 childhood : yet much is lacking " that might have been told." 
 The larger animals of the order Quadrumana, e.g., the Chim- 
 panzee, the Orang, the Gorilla, and some others not exactly 
 coming under the title of pet monkeys, have for long been a 
 source of much speculation and research for scientists and 
 naturalists, and such men as Du Chaillu and others have 
 enlightened us considerably upon the home life of these ; yet 
 even their revelations are open to much doubtful criticism. 
 Waterton has certainly furnished us with some racy accounts 
 of monkey life in the wilds of Southern America ; but the 
 habitat of these nimble creatures is so out of the ordinary 
 
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 12 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 track of interested observers, and the benefits to be derived 
 from " following them up " so doubtful, that we must, with 
 what we have, rest content. CasselTs new " Natural History " 
 gives, perhaps, the most interesting and reliable descriptions 
 of monkey life and ways extant. I would advise all monkey 
 fanciers to read them. 
 
 All monkeys are natives of the Tropics, various species being 
 found in Asia, Africa, and America. The only spot in Europe 
 known to possess any representative is Gibraltar Bock ; there 
 monkeys have for years past been becoming less in numbers, and 
 it is doubtful whether any individuals are to be found sur- 
 viving at the present time. Monkeys are all more or less aboreal 
 in their habits, some species keeping exclusively to the shelter 
 of the forest. Here they lead a merry gambolling life, the 
 everyday routine of which is chance-time upset by the 
 appearance of a marauding beast or bird of prey, or maybe 
 snake, when one or more of their number leaves a blank 
 upon the "roll call." Monkeys have a decided horror of 
 reptiles ; the boldest will tremble at the sight of a common 
 ringed snake, and a lobworm will upset the equilibrium of 
 many of them. The large constricting serpents, as the boa 
 and the anaconda, follow them to their farthest retreats, and 
 the jaguar and the leopard sometimes surprise them when off 
 their guard. But, on the whole, they have a fairly merry 
 time of it when alive, and, when dead, do not need to wait 
 long for a burial. We are told that a dead monkey abroad is 
 a rarer sight than a dead donkey at home; and the idea is 
 prevalent in places that they " bury their dead." But the 
 fact that carrion eaters both winged and furred abound in 
 hot climates, and that vultures, jackals, armadilloes, ants, and 
 others are always at hand, leaves but a small margin for 
 doubt in respect to the finale ! 
 
 As food for man, monkeys are said to be in request in 
 those countries where they abound. Wallace, in his "Travels
 
 Introduction. 13 
 
 on the Amazon," says he had one cut up and fried for break- 
 fast, and describes the meat as resembling "rabbit, without 
 any peculiar or unpleasant flavour." At Trinidad the white 
 population appreciate the flesh of the Bed Howler, describing 
 it as delicious. But, as monkey turned out of its skin looks 
 marvellously like a dead baby, genus Homo, I should have 
 to be uncommonly hungry before I could be cannibalistic 
 enough to commence operations. Just imagine gnawing a 
 ham bone with a certain traveller who, running short of pro- 
 visions, shot a monkey. He writes : " The miserable animal 
 was not dead, but mortally wounded. I seized him by the 
 tail, and, taking him in both my hands, to end his torments, 
 swung him round and hit his head against the side of the 
 canoe ; but the oor creature still continuing alive, and 
 looking at me in the most affecting manner that can be con- 
 ceived, I knew no other means of ending his murder than to 
 hold him under the water till he was drowned, while my 
 heart sickened on his account, for his dying little eyes 
 continued to follow me with seeming reproach till their light 
 gradually forsook them and the wretched animal expired." 
 He further informs us that this affair spoiled his dinner 
 and no wonder ! 
 
 The catching of monkeys for export is rather an obscure 
 affair, yet at Bio Janeiro and many other ports where our 
 tars put in, they purchase from the natives considerable 
 numbers, with parrots and other birds and animals for which 
 they are sure to find a ready market upon their return to 
 England. 
 
 Some fanciful yarns are told, how that the natives repair 
 to the vicinity of the haunts of the monkeys with pots of 
 water, and also some containing an equivalent to glue. They 
 begin washing their faces, turning the water out, and leaving 
 the other. Upon retreating, down come the imitating mon- 
 keys, and pitch in for a wash with the gum. Of course
 
 14 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 their eyelids become fastened together, and the wretched 
 animals are taken an easy prey. Also how a similar trick 
 is played with shoes, the shoes left for the benefit of the 
 monkeys being filled with soft pitch. And how, also, some 
 cocoa-nuts are bored, the hole just admitting a monkey's 
 hand ; these are emptied, and half -filled with rice ; the 
 monkeys greedily grabbing a handful in each nut cannot 
 withdraw them, and not having the sense to let go are 
 caught "in the act." So much for yarns; but undoubtedly 
 the majority of monkeys brought into this country are those 
 taken young, the parents having been killed or surprised. 
 
 One writer states that many are caught by the natives by 
 means of jam native jam must be a curiosity, to be sure 
 which has been drugged. Jars of this are placed in proximity 
 to their haunts, and left awhile. Monkey curiosity, appro- 
 priation, and excess, soon strew the ground with helpless 
 victims, which become an easy capture. The deplorable look 
 of blank dismay seen upon the faces of the wretched prisoners 
 when "come round" is said to be as pitiable as amusing.
 
 FIG. 1. TYPE OF OLD WORLD MONKEYS (Catarrhines). 
 
 FIG. 2. TYPE OF NEW WORLD MoyKEVs e lPlatyrrhine*).
 
 CHAPTEE II. 
 
 CLASSIFICATION. 
 
 Divisions of the Quadrumana : Apes, Baboons, Monkeys, Catar- 
 rhines and Platyrrhines Distinctive Characteristics of Old 
 and New World Monkeys Shape of the Nostrils Prehensile 
 and Non-prehensile Tails Callosities Cheek -pouches : Uses of 
 Further Division of Monkeys into Groups and Genera. 
 
 HE great family of Simice (a Latin appellation 
 signifying likeness, mimicry), distinguished by 
 naturalists as Quadrumana, or four-handed, 
 from the fact that the hind as well as the 
 fore paws may be used as hands, are divided 
 into three grand sections : these are the Apes, the Baboons, 
 and the Monkeys. The Apes are generally without tails ; 
 the Baboons possess short ones ; and the Monkeys are blessed 
 with long caudal appendages. This last division chiefly claims, 
 as pets, our attention. It would be absurd to dilate upon 
 the larger members of the Simian family: the Gorilla, the 
 Orang, the Chimpanzee, the Mandrill, the Chacma, and other 
 large representatives, are not likely to come into the hands of 
 the fancier ; these must be confined to the menagerie and 
 the zoological collection, their superior size, formidable
 
 18 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 strength, and uncertainty of temper, forbidding a closer 
 acquaintanceship. To know more of them the reader must 
 refer to CasselTs, or some other interesting work on natural 
 history. 
 
 Monkeys are divided into two great families the Old World 
 and the New World species, respectively designated by 
 naturalists the Catarrhines (see Fig. 1) and the Platyrrhines 
 (see Fig. 2), two handsome little names derived from the 
 Greek, signifying downward nostrils and broad nostrils. By 
 means of the nostrils alone anyone may at once determine to 
 which class the monkey belongs. The nostrils of the American 
 varieties are wide apart and quite separate, whilst those of 
 the Old World unite at an angle after the fashion of a 
 rabbit's. In the former, too, in most of the species, the tail 
 is prehensile (see Fig. 3), and does duty for a fifth hand, 
 whilst the latter's ornamental fifth is merely an appendage 
 (see Fig. 4), the chief use of which, in the smaller kinds, is 
 to balance its owner when sitting on a perch, or to form a 
 temporary swing for some mischievous companion. 
 
 These are not the only distinctions. The Old World 
 varieties are provided with hard, bony substances, called 
 callosities, placed where, in lieu of a cushion, contact with 
 hard substances, when sitting, might considerably incon- 
 venience. Unsightly as they often are their owners no doubt 
 appreciate them. The American varieties are without them; 
 nor have they the cheek-pouches their Old World relatives 
 possess. These receptacles (Fig. 5) for food make good stowage 
 cupboards for surplus edibles, and are not only useful in their 
 native woods when "travelling for fodder" is sometimes a 
 necessity and thieving a virtue, but in confinement give them 
 a chance to compete for an appeasement of hunger when 
 caged with others more gluttonous and domineering than 
 themselves. 
 
 The " rule without an exception " is not present even in the
 
 FIG. 3. PREHENSILE TAIL. 
 
 FIG. 4. NON-PREHENSILE TAIL. 
 
 FIG. 5. HEAD, SHOWING CHEEK-POUCHES FULL.
 
 Classification. 21 
 
 monkey world, for some of the Old "World varieties are minus 
 cheek-pouches, whilst a few of the American can hardly lay 
 claim to prehensile tails; but in the case of all monkeys that 
 are likely to fall into the fancier's hands these distinctions 
 will be plainly manifest. 
 
 The first-named family, the Catarrhines, is divided into two 
 groups the Anthromorpha, or man-shaped, and the Cyno- 
 morpha, or dog-shaped. These are sub-divided into eight 
 genera. The second family, Platyrrhines, is divided into 
 three groups the Prehensile-tailed, the Non-prehensile tailed, 
 and the Furry-tailed, these being further subdivided into nine 
 genera. Dry analysis is hardly the thing for a handbook, 
 and should the fancier be so interested as to go to the bottom 
 of the matter I must refer him to Professor Duncan's 
 elaborate edition of CasselTs "Natural History," Vol. I., 
 pages 163 and 203.
 
 CHAPTER III. 
 
 IN GENERAL. 
 
 Origin of the Word Monkey The Darwinian Theory of Evolu- 
 tion and Development The Heads of Apes and Men Teeth 
 Eyes Nose .Ears Facial Ornaments Limbs Monkeys' 
 Voices Emotional Expression Laughing Monkeys Memory 
 Temper Hardiness Monkeys in Old Age Age of Monkeys 
 Characteristics of a Healthy, Vigorous Specimen. 
 
 HE schoolboy's definition and origin of the 
 word monkey was " the plural of monk " ; 
 how far he guessed right or wrong is a 
 matter of conjecture ; possibly the word 
 homunculus "a sorry little fellow " gave 
 birth to it. In their external form and general anatomy and 
 actions they bear a striking resemblance to the human 
 species ; so much so, that some great naturalists have laboured 
 hard to show a family relationship with ourselves. A dis- 
 cussion on the pros and cows of the subject would be out 
 of place here, but I for one cannot pin my credibility upon 
 all that the Darwinian theory would have us swallow. 
 Writing in his preface to " British Fishes," the late Frank 
 Buckland, touching upon these doctrines of "development"
 
 Monkeys in General. 23 
 
 and " evolution," says : " To put matters straight, I stead- 
 fastly believe that the Great Creator .... made all things 
 perfect and ' very good ' from the beginning ; perfect and 
 good every created thing is now found to be, and will so 
 continue to the end of time." This suits my ideas on the 
 subject to a nicety. 
 
 There is much in the physical structure of the Simice that 
 is deserving of notice, every species being so constituted and 
 so well adapted in form to its particular habitat as to 
 command our admiration ; indeed, the evidences of design are 
 obvious to the least observant. Space forbids entering into 
 much detail: a dissertation on anatomy is not mine to give; 
 for this I must again refer the reader elsewhere. A com- 
 parison of the ape's head with that of man's of the profile, 
 brain, and other features is a very interesting study, and 
 will lead in the end to a conclusion that in brain power and 
 intellect a wide gulf exists between the two. The head of a 
 Chimpanzee, at its best, is far below the " standard," if I may 
 so term it, of the average human idiot's. But I am drifting. 
 The teeth in nearly all the species are the same number as 
 in man, the incisors and molars differing nothing in form; 
 but a striking development of the "dog-teeth," or canines, is 
 observable as they advance in age. These "tusks" of the 
 Orang-outang when full grown are equal to those of a lion 
 a bite from either would not leave a pin to choose; and 
 those of a very large and old Bonnet monkey sometimes show 
 up just an inch above the gums ! 
 
 The eyes in some species are very penetrating and show a 
 marked intelligence, whilst in others they are about as ex- 
 pressive as those of a sheep. When angry or surprised the 
 eyelids are drawn up, giving the animal a most comical look 
 especially so in the Baboons. The nose, lacking a bridge, 
 gives a very flat and animal-like profile; whilst the abnormal 
 development of that member in the Proboscis monkey makes
 
 24: Notes on Pet Monkey*. 
 
 it a striking feature. The ears are generally large, and well 
 adapted for quickness of hearing. Facial ornaments are not 
 wanting : the glaring cheeks of the Mandrill, the blue patch 
 of the Mona, the white crescented forehead of the Diana, the 
 beard of the Douc, and the mane of the Wander-oo, may be 
 cited as instances. The limbs are well formed for strength 
 and agility, whilst the grasping power of the hands and feet 
 adds not a little to both. In some species the thumb is 
 wanting. 
 
 All monkeys have voices, and the majority are great 
 chatterers. Big monkeys have harsh, guttural articulations. 
 Baboons grunt when pleased, bark when angry, and treat one 
 to a combination of the two a sound as pleasing as the 
 squeal of a dying pig when they are excited. Little monkeys 
 when impatiently awaiting the arrival of supper give a 
 plaintive mew, and the time to hear a medley of sounds is 
 then. When pleased they chatter to each other, or to their 
 keeper, a rapid movement of the lips with scarcely any sound, 
 being indulged in. As in ourselves, all their emotions, as 
 anger, terror, surprise, pleasure, expectation, and a string of 
 others, are indexed on their faces. A scrap of paper sent 
 me by a friend, cut out of, I believe, the Family Herald, says : 
 "Laughter is not wholly peculiar to men, for some monkeys 
 have a noisy and explosive laugh analogous to ours. Monkeys 
 are also capable of showing sorrow and weeping, and it is 
 possible to follow on their faces the equivalents of the 
 physiognomical changes which in man answer to the expres- 
 sion of his various emotions. Among these are the drawing 
 back of the corners of the mouth, and the contraction of the 
 lower eyelid, which constitutes the monkey's smile, and the 
 depression of the eyebrow and forehead in anger." 
 
 Monkeys have a tolerably good memory, and an old acquain- 
 tance will be recognised after months of absence, every symptom 
 of pleasure being shown at his appearance.
 
 Constitution. 25 
 
 Individuals differ considerably. Some are fuller of devilry 
 than others, some are better tempered. Vivacity and out- 
 breaking fun seem to be chronic with the Old World varieties 
 (Catarrhines). 
 
 The American varieties, as a whole, are far less hardy than 
 their rivals, the Old World species, and certainly are not 
 gifted with that cunning intelligence and effervescence of fun, 
 vivacity, and devilry so common in the others. 
 
 As age creeps on nearly all the better qualifications become 
 lost, the animal collapsing into a morose, savage state, treating 
 even its keeper with a malignant respect. 
 
 The variable climate of the British Isles is most trying to 
 the constitutions of newly-imported animals ; but surviving 
 the first winter, with tolerable care, freedom from draughts, 
 plenty of pure air, and a well-regulated temperature, several 
 years may be added to a monkey's account. It is very diffi- 
 cult to decide the age of a monkey, the canine teeth developing 
 immensely as old age advances. A monkey at sixteen years 
 of age may be reckoned old, and a prodigy to boot. A young 
 i.e., a healthy, vigorous specimen should possess a smooth, 
 well-kempt coat, a tail fairly woolly, and free from a mangy 
 appearance, teeth clean and perfect, and the eyes free from 
 "grumble." A sick monkey looks a picture of distress, and 
 its apparent age equal to that of Methuselah.
 
 CHAPTER IV. 
 
 CAGE ITE M S. 
 
 A Sad "Spec." The Eight Place for a Monkey Monkey Pole; 
 A Barbarous Structure; How to Build Belt and Chain 
 Cages How to Make a Serviceable Cage Cheaply: Dimensions 
 and Prices : Fitting the Wires ; The Door ; Strengthening 
 Cross-bars Stand Cage Fittings : Trapeze ; Wheel Perch ; 
 Ring and Bell ; Swing Looking-glass Appliances : Box of 
 Sawdust; Scraping-hoe; Tins; Feeding-dish Model Monkey 
 Cages; Dimensions; How to Build Sleeping-box Marmoset 
 Cage. 
 
 AVING decided upon keeping a monkey the 
 fancier must, before purchasing, construct or 
 purchase a fitting abode for it. If you fancy 
 you can keep him on a chain or loose about the 
 premises like a cat or a dog, you will find 
 you've made a bad "spec." The whole house will soon be 
 in an uproar, and where and what this might lead to is 
 open to conjecture. So make up your mind to cage him up, 
 or save your money for a better purpose. The right place 
 for a monkey, in civilised society, is in a cage; here the 
 once pest of everybody becomes everyone's pet.
 
 Monkey Pole. 
 
 27 
 
 The domicile and fittings of your tenant may be as elaborate 
 as you choose; or, if you would rather, may be very cheaply 
 and effectively made a very small outlay and a little home 
 carpentering, with very rough materials only, being requisite. 
 
 FIG. 6. POLE AND BARREL FOR MONKEY. 
 
 Monkey Pole. The "monkey on a pole" has become pro- 
 verbial, and some folks have an idea that such an invention 
 is best suited to the habits and wants of the little captive. 
 If you have a predilection for this barbarous structure, from 
 
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 28 
 
 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 which your tenant may pelt you with refuse from his larder, 
 defy your efforts to catch or pet him, and otherwise be objec- 
 tionable, and from which he may descend and make a filthy 
 playground within a prescribed area, and stand a chance of 
 
 FIG. 7. POLE AND SLEEPING-BOX FOR MONKEY. 
 
 meeting with a violent termination of monkey existence from 
 dogs, tumbles, and others of the dangers which 
 
 Stand thick through all the ground, 
 To hurry mortals home,
 
 Belt and Chain. 29 
 
 by all means let me recommend the same; and here follows 
 the way to make one. 
 
 The pole, if you are determined to have one, is a structure 
 easily built by the meanest of carpenters, both as regards 
 mechanical skill and pecuniary outlay. Procure an old mast 
 from a boat, a very small scaffold pole, or a linen-prop. 
 This fashion to the size required, and plane round and 
 smooth. Let it be Sin. in diameter at its stoutest. Insert 
 the lower end into a square block of wood, round which 
 affix a narrow piece of skirting, to keep refuse and sawdust 
 from trespassing more than necessarily upon the floor around. 
 A small barrel or a box at the top (see Fig. 6), or at the 
 bottom (see Fig. 7), may be added for sleeping purposes. 
 
 A house below is more readily kept clean, although you 
 may pull your pole over easily enough and clean out the 
 upper storey when required. The pole with house below is a 
 much more sightly affair than the other, and is to be recom- 
 mended if your pet is warranted free from the attacks of 
 dogs and other raiders; if he finds he is subject to annoy- 
 ances Master Knips will most likely forsake his lodgings 
 below and sleep up aloft, a thing in cold weather most 
 undesirable. 
 
 Belt and Chain. The belt used round the monkey's waist 
 should be of soft, but very strong, leather, and is better if 
 neatly lined, and not fitted too tightly. Buckles should, if 
 possible, be avoided, and the belt strongly sewn or wired; 
 the less likely to chafe and irritate, the better. If your 
 monkey is likely to be handled occasionally, even though in 
 a cage, it is well to have a small belt always on him, as you 
 are much less likely to hurt him with such an appendage to 
 get hold of. Do not drag the poor beast in halves by using 
 a chain heavier than necessary. I remember taking "boss- 
 ship " of a little Capuchin not bigger or stronger than an 
 average-sized guinea pig, fastened to a pole by a chain that
 
 30 
 
 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 possibly came off a bulldog's kennel. Do not be afraid of 
 keeping the scraper, scrub, and whitewash brush handy, for 
 your pole will need well looking after. I dislike the pole; 
 but if you will try it do so by all means, and you will soon 
 learn to dislike it as much as I do. 
 
 Cages. A serviceable cage may be made cheaply and effec- 
 tively as follows : Pay a visit to your general draper's, and 
 ask him to let you look over his empties ; with his chronic 
 
 FIG. 8. BODY OF CAGE. 
 
 politeness he hands you over to his warehouseman, whom 
 follow. Most likely you will come across a big, strong, foreign 
 box, with a " Hitchcock " or a " Fore Street " label attached, 
 charged at the nominal price of a shilling possibly a trifle 
 more. The same quantity of wood at the mill would cost you, 
 perhaps, 6s., and the carting home either another shilling, or 
 a considerable letting down of self-esteem should you meet a 
 lady friend when fetching it home yourself. Drop the magic 
 " pint " into the warehouseman's hand, and you will see him
 
 Cage-making. 31 
 
 and the box at your back door in his meal hour. The box is 
 unplaned, but "will answer your purpose just as well. After 
 leaving the draper call upon the grocer, and "tip" his porter 
 to send the errand-boy round with a dozen or two of those 
 lard tins so much now in use, under the rim of which you 
 extract or the boy will for you a serviceable wire, 4ft. in 
 length. Three of these make a rod; a dozen rods bought at 
 the ironmonger's would cost you 4s. The tins are lumber of 
 which the grocer is glad to dispose. I have built many a 
 good cage with these wires, secured from a neighbouring 
 refuse heap. Having invested 3d. in screws and wire nails, 
 and about the same in hinges, now set to work. Knock in 
 loose nails, draw out superfluous ones, and plane the front 
 edge neatly round. Lay on a good coat of lime-white; this, 
 of course, when you have let in a small door at the side. 
 And, should you seldom want to handle your future tenant, 
 screw the door rather than button it. (See Fig. 8). Your 
 cage, thus far, perhaps, some 4ft. long, 3ft. high, and the same 
 in depth, is completed with very little labour, the whole outlay 
 being under 3s. Next make a framework to fit neatly into 
 the front, leaving a space from the bottom of the frame suffi- 
 cient to introduce a small hoe for cleaning purposes, say 2in. 
 A flap hinged on your frame will make the woodwork com- 
 plete, and keep the sawdust and the monkey's hands from 
 continually coming out beneath. 
 
 Straighten your wires and file them off to the proper length; 
 if they are slightly rusted, rub them with an oily rag. At 
 distances of l^in., drill holes in the top and bottom of your 
 frame, for inserting the wires. The fitting-in is the most 
 ticklish job, and requires some patience and care. If you 
 first drive all the wires into the bottom piece to a given 
 depth the top may be put on easier. A wooden mallet is 
 preferable to a hammer for this purpose. The cuts in the 
 side pieces will, of course, guide you to the proper distances
 
 32 
 
 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 (see Fig. 9). Your framework need not be of more than l^in. 
 stuff, and about lin. thick. Inside the frame, all round, nail 
 on thin pieces of flat iron, such as the bands with which 
 
 FIG. 9. FRAMEWORK OF FRONT. 
 
 any cork-cutter would supply you, or even strips of tin will 
 answer the same end i.e., preventing unsightly nibbles. Screw 
 in your front (Fig. 10), rub on a coat of maroon or Venetian 
 
 FIG. 10. FRONT OF CAGE WITHOUT BOTTOM FLAP. 
 
 red paint the most suitable colours for cages and your 
 house is complete.
 
 Cage-making. 
 
 33 
 
 A little beading tacked on the edges of the cage in 
 front, will hide little flaws and nail-holes; all remaining to 
 be done is to procure your monkey and put him in. 
 
 FIG. 11. DOOR IN WIRE FRONT. 
 
 If you wish to have a door in the front of the cage, 
 procure two old dustpan handles, and get your blacksmith to 
 
 FIG. 12. STRENGTHENING CROSS-BAR FOR WIRE FRONT. 
 
 put wires in to match that being used, and at equal dis- 
 tances. This will necessitate the wires immediately above
 
 34 
 
 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 being let into a cross-bar, as in Fig. 11. A ring welded on 
 the first wire and a staple in the wood to match will allow 
 of the use of a padlock. 
 
 Should the keeping of a strong monkey be anticipated, 
 
 FIG. 13. CAGE COMPLETE ON STAND. 
 
 such as a Rhesus or a Callithrix, it would be advisable to put 
 in a cross-wire outside, which may easily be done by boring 
 a small hole through the two uprights of the front, and, 
 having forced the wire through, lashing with strong wire to 
 all the others (Fig. 12). Some large monkeys have a pro-
 
 Cage Fittings. 
 
 35 
 
 pensity for jumping bodily at the front of the cage, and 
 shaking it with might and main a trick calculated to do 
 more loosening than tightening. 
 
 Your cage being completed, you may stand it on a big 
 box, a couple of trestles, or, what is better, a properly made 
 stand. Fig. 13 shows the thing complete. 
 
 Cage Fittings. The cage fittings and appurtenances are 
 not least important among the items in the matter of making 
 
 FIG. 14. TRAPEZE. 
 
 your pet comfortable. The trapeze (see Fig. 14) is a favourite 
 adjunct to the cage, and if yours should be capable of 
 affording Master Knips a swing, put one in by all means. 
 About a foot apart, bore two holes through the roof; suspend 
 from these, by the length of chain best suited to the depth 
 of the cage, a round piece of oak about l^in. in diameter. 
 Rope suspenders are siiitable only for small monkeys ; larger 
 ones amuse themselves by gnawing them to pieces and give 
 the " boss " a deal of trouble replacing them. If two or
 
 36 
 
 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 more monkeys be kept and there is sufficient room, the 
 wheel perch affords both exercise and fun. It may be made 
 of a round piece of wood or out of a small wheel, through 
 which a strong, tough upright is inserted (Fig. 15). At con- 
 venient distances holes are drilled and strong pegs driven 
 
 FIG. 15. WHEEL PERCH. 
 
 in; neatly fitted top and bottom into sockets, a first-rate 
 whirligig is the result. 
 
 Other devices may be inserted where room affords, such 
 as a ring and bell (Fig. 16) and the like. Where plenty of 
 room is afforded, with several monkeys to enjoy the space, 
 many novelties may be introduced, as at the Manchester 
 Gardens, the monkey-house of which all monkey fanciers 
 would do well to visit.
 
 Cage Fittings. 
 
 37 
 
 If you want your pet to be amused for hours in the day 
 set him up with a looking-glass, which should be hung up by 
 a small chain. The best to give him is made thus : Procure 
 a piece of oak about 4in. by 7in., and lin. thick. Into this cut 
 a big square hole, leaving fin. margin. Insert a piece of very 
 stout looking-glass, with a strong beading screwed inside all 
 round, and then a screw-eye at the top, attached to a piece 
 of chain, completes the affair (Fig. 17). The fun caused by 
 
 FIG. 16. RING AND BELL. 
 
 this reflector in the hands of your monkey is immense. I 
 have seen crowds kept in roars of laughter by it. The vanity 
 of your pet exceeds belief; but, if seeing be believing, you will 
 soon have proof of it, for he will be continually admiring him- 
 self, making up the most comical grimaces,, puzzh'ng his brain 
 meanwhile as to whether it is an apparition or another chum, 
 and turning the glass round to see if it is at the back. A
 
 38 
 
 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 flimsily-made affair is soon bitten to pieces, and the glass broken. 
 Many a good monkey has been killed by swallowing fragments 
 of glass. 
 
 Appliances. A box of sawdust, a hoe or scraper (Fig. 18) to 
 push in under the flap of the cage to extract the dirty sawdust ; 
 a tin or two, for food (Fig. 19), and an old lard tin for rubbish, 
 complete the equipment. A tin or two for keeping rice and other 
 
 Hiilllilill 
 FIG. 17. SWING LOOKI.NG-GLASS. 
 
 food in might also go with the rest ; and if you add a flap on 
 your stand, to hide them, you may push the lot underneath it 
 out of the way. 
 
 Now, reckoning up your entire outlay, you will find it has not 
 amounted to one-fourth of the present value of the cage. Of 
 course if means will stand it, you can have a more elaborate 
 affair built for you, but the above is amply suited to the wants
 
 Appliances. 39 
 
 of Knips and the room to be spared him. A strong covering 
 of sacking may be made, to hang in front at night. 
 
 A cage as described above is well suited for any small animal, 
 the front being strong and sightly, cleaning and feeding being 
 managed with little danger to yourself, and avoiding all risk of 
 escape, as the door never needs to be opened or undone. 
 
 FIG. 18. SCRAPING-HOE. 
 
 Model Monkey Cages. A series of cages to suit a model 
 monkey house is easily constructed. It may consist of three 
 compartments, each being separated by sliding partitions. I 
 like this style of partitioning, for several reasons: Two com- 
 partments may be thrown into one, or more may be added, as 
 occasion requires ; and in the event of cleaning, whitewashing, 
 and renovating, if the end compartment be emptied of its 
 tenants, the next, after drawing the slip, hustling the animals 
 
 FIG. 19. FEEDING-DISH. 
 
 from No. 2 compartment into vacated No. 1, and re-adjusting 
 the slip, may be served in like manner. The less caged animals 
 are handled or harried the better for all in the concern. By 
 means of these sliding partitions, then, the tenants of only one 
 cage need be interfered with. To make these partitions movable 
 needs very little more mechanical genius, and takes scarcely 
 more time, than making them fixtures, a groove at top and bottom
 
 40 Ndtes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 being easily made by tacking parallel narrow strips of beading. 
 The cages stand about 10t. high, being little over 3ft. from 
 floor to cage floor, about 6ft. being allowed for wirework, and a 
 little over 1ft. for panel-work at the top. If room or fancy 
 permit, ornamental devices may be introduced at the top of the 
 cages as a set-off. Inside the cages the trapezes, perches, and 
 such like, may be rigged up, to the satisfaction of the architect 
 and delight of the monkeys. The top of the cage may slope 
 with the angle of the roof; both this and the back should be 
 of lin. matchboarding. The panel-work may be made as 
 ornamental as possible; blue picked out with white, or a 
 mahogany colour, are very effective. Honeycomb ironwork 
 gratings should be let into the panel-work below the cages, to 
 allow the heat from the hot- water pipe which runs beneath the 
 cage floors to do justice to the inmates in cold weather. These 
 pipes should rest on iron stands, or, better still, on raised brick- 
 work reared at intervals. The front should be of rod iron, 
 the cross-bars being drilled, in order to allow the rods to pass 
 through. The whole front should be entrusted to a competent 
 blacksmith to construct, who must be instructed to make it 
 on a similar principle to the guards used in nurseries, so 
 useful in keeping children from " fiddling at the fire." When 
 completed, lift the whole front, door and all, into position, 
 and screw firmly home. An inspection of the iron fronts of 
 the dens in menageries will be helpful to the amateur, who, 
 should he be contemplating a substantial front of this kind, 
 would do well to treat the blacksmith to a visit also. The 
 door may be made to fasten with a lock; this lock will give 
 the monkeys much food for reflection; or it may be made 
 to fasten with a spring, as those in menageries generally do. 
 A tell-tale thermometer should be hung up where the monkeys 
 can't reach it, and a temperature never over 60deg. should 
 be kept up. 
 
 Some time since I constructed a sleeping-box for monkeys
 
 FIG. 20. CAGE FOR MARMOSETS, LEMURS, AND DELICATE MONKEYS.
 
 Marmoset Cage. 
 
 43 
 
 which I found duly appreciated. A hole in front for doorway, 
 a portion left out in front below, for insertion of hoe, room 
 inside for as many as can huddle in, with a carpet of .straw 
 or hay, make the lot as " snug as bugs in a rug," on the 
 coldest night. This box should be fairly heavy, or it will 
 be lumbered about all over the cage, to the amusement of 
 bipeds inside and out. 
 
 ^Marmoset Cage. Marmosets, and one or two of the small 
 varieties, show to advantage in a lightly-constructed, yet warm 
 
 I 
 
 FIG. 21. FRAME-hOLDER FOR MAKING CAGE FRONT. 
 
 and cosy cage. The cage represented (Fig. 20) should be made 
 of fin. matchboarding, top, bottom, sides, and back. A sleeping- 
 box, a small Marmoset's branch, and a bundle of hay up in one 
 corner, will be ample furniture, both for recreation and comfort. 
 Ferns and cork -work below make the affair look neat and tasty, 
 while a little ornamental topping gives a finished appearance. 
 Hooks must be screwed in at top, to hang on wrapper at night. 
 The front may be made as follows : Nail on the top of a bench 
 small pieces of wood which have a slot or cut in them, fastening 
 
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 44 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 them at distances equivalent to depth and width of requisite 
 front. These pieces of wood are to hold the rim-wire whilst 
 the bars are being fastened to it; the Diagram (Fig. 21) will 
 show the plan. Bend the rim, or outside wire, into a neat 
 square, clinching the corner where the two ends meet. Insert 
 this into the cleft pieces of wood. Now cut your cross-wires to 
 length, allowing sufficient to turn over both ends with round- 
 nosed pliers. Catch these ends over the rim wire, and nip home 
 with flat-nosed pliers. The upright wires should be served the 
 same. When all are arranged evenly and regularly in their 
 places, bind each one with fine binding-wire. To make every- 
 thing taut, the front like one whole solid piece, and, further- 
 more, to avoid rusting, have it dipped at a galvanising 
 establishment, the extra shilling it involves trebly repaying 
 itself in the end. When ready to put in its place, fasten it 
 neatly and securely with staples. 
 
 This cage is suitable also for Lemurs, and, if tinned at 
 the edges of woodwork, for squirrels and other live stock. 
 Located in the centre of a monkey house, back to back, two 
 or three couples of these cages help fill up the area, and add 
 much interest to an inspection of your series.
 
 CHAPTER V. 
 
 CHOICE OF A MONREY. 
 
 THE PLATYRRHINES : Where Brought from American Varieties 
 The Brown Capuchin The White-throated Sajou Spider 
 Monkeys The Howlers Marmosets THE CATARRHINES 
 Baboons : The Drill ; The Dogface The Callithrix The 
 Grivet The Diana The Mona The Sooty Mangabey The 
 
 Collared Mangabey The Bonnet The Toque The Rhesus 
 The Pig-tailed Macaque Common Macaques, or Jew Monkeys 
 Other Varieties. 
 
 SHALL now proceed to give a sketch of the 
 commoner varieties of monkeys to be found in the 
 hands of dealers, and those most likely to fall 
 into the way of the fancier. 
 
 THE PLATYRRHINES. 
 
 Of the Platyrrhines comparatively few varieties are imported 
 into this country, although the species are almost as numerous 
 as those of the Catarrhines ; in zoological collections four 
 or five varieties at the most are generally represented. They
 
 46 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 are all brought from the warm forest districts of Brazil, 
 Guiana, and Central America, the Spider monkeys, however, 
 extending their range as far north as Southern Mexico. 
 
 It is to be regretted that there is some little confusion in 
 respect to the identity of the American varieties the varia- 
 tions of colour in the same genera, the slight differences 
 observable in closely allied species, and, above all, the difficulty 
 of close acquaintanceship in their native haunts, by competent 
 observers, making this a somewhat difficult matter. There is 
 also some confusion in the Latin cognomens of several varie- 
 ties, which renders it difficult for the student and the general 
 reader to arrive at a satisfactory identity of them. 
 
 THE BROWN CAPUCHIN (Cebus apella). 
 
 As clean, well-coated, and least repulsive and objectionable 
 pets, with very little of the dirty insinuations of the Catarr- 
 hines, with still less of other undesirable features, the American 
 varieties are to be preferred. Of these, the Brown Capuchin 
 (Fig. 22) is the most commonly imported; and a right 
 nice little fellow he is, as much liked by the children and 
 ladies as he is by the Italian musician who perambulates 
 the streets with him. When well treated he places the utmost 
 confidence in his keeper, cuddling up like a child to be petted 
 and to claim protection. This variety is the commonest found 
 in the dealers' hands. Kept among others they are apt to 
 become tyrannised over by the more tormenting part of the 
 community, who take a spiteful pleasure in making them set 
 tip their horrible "weeping" and shrieking by threatening 
 grimaces and teasing meddling. 
 
 Capuchins are much given to drawing their mouth into a 
 focus, and upon the least provocation giving vent to unmusical 
 shrieks, best described as between a bark and a repetition of
 
 The Brown Capuchin. 
 
 47 
 
 " wo ! " Capuchins have a very old-mannish, and often 
 melancholy, careworn countenance, and approach one with a 
 pleasing, plaintive chatter, stroking one's hand, or, may be, 
 face, in a friendly way, holding their tail the while in one 
 
 FIG. 22. THE BROWN CAPUCHIN. 
 
 foot. Capuchins are peculiarly suited to ladies. Treated 
 kindly, confidence, if nothing more, may be expected from 
 these naturally nervous creatures. I have kept several Capu- 
 chins from time to time, sometimes three or four together, 
 but have never seen them evince any desire to form more 
 than a tolerating acquaintance with each other; indeed, strong
 
 48 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 friendships are seldom indulged in, even between those of 
 the same varieties. Capuchins, too, are wonderfully free from 
 the filthy habits so .common to the Catarrhines, a dirty 
 trick being seldom noticeable. Our English climate, however 
 carefully the vicissitudes of it are warded off or neutralised, 
 seems somehow to have an enervating effect upon them 
 even their playfulness and vivacity appear circumscribed 
 and fortunate is he who can retain a Capuchin in health half 
 a decade. 
 
 THE WHITE-THROATED SAJOU (Cebus hypoleucus). 
 
 This is a well-defined, pretty variety, with features of a 
 wonderfully melancholy cast. The face and neck are nearly 
 white, the rest of the body being almost black. It is a lively, 
 somewhat noisy, but very desirable animal in any collection. 
 One I kept preferred bread well soaked in milk to any dainty 
 I could place before it, except, perhaps, a little bird or a snip 
 of beef. 
 
 SPIDER MONKEYS (Aides). 
 
 Two or three of the Spider monkeys (Aieles) are chance- 
 time imported, but in scanty numbers. One I had for a 
 short period (the Black Spider monkey Ateles ater), soon 
 attached itself to me, and used to whine after me ; when 
 allowed it would put its long arms and tail around my neck, 
 more to its own satisfaction than mine. This variety is thumb- 
 less on its anterior limbs. 
 
 THE HOWLERS (Mycetes). 
 
 The Howlers (Mycetes) are a numerous family, and are the 
 largest of the American species, some measuring 3ft. in length,
 
 The Marmoset. 
 
 49 
 
 without including the tail. They are exceedingly shy, which 
 may account for their rarity as caged animals. They have 
 gained their generic distinction and their notoriety on account 
 of their appalling nightly concerts, which are said to be most 
 vehement before bad weather. "Nothing can sound more 
 dreadful," Waterton says, "than its nocturnal howlings. You 
 would suppose that half the wild beasts of the forest were 
 collecting for the work of carnage." 
 
 FIG. 23. MARMOSETS. 
 
 THE MARMOSET (Hapale Jacchus). 
 
 Marmosets (Fig. 23) are favourites with some fanciers, 
 but most difficult to keep in the flesh, the variableness of
 
 50 Nnt*s on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 our English climate soon making consumptives of even the 
 most promising. They are very pretty, gentle creatures, and 
 easily tamed, their small size warranting an absence of much 
 mischief or trouble. Not larger than half-grown squirrels, 
 in their habits they greatly resemble them, living entirely in 
 the trees, and bounding with surprising agility from branch to 
 branch. They congregate in bunches of six or seven, possibly 
 members of the same family. In captivity they exhibit great 
 timidity, and I have never seen them evince any particular 
 confidence, even in their keeper. A large cocoanut shell forms 
 a comfortable sleeping-apartment for one, and a husk of the 
 same for a couple. Cockroaches and other insects are greatly 
 relished by them. Biscuit dipped in milk, a little boiled 
 potato, and rice, a tit- bit of loaf sugar, and ripe fruits, are 
 eaten with avidity. They require to be kept in a moderately 
 warm temperature, and free from draughts. It is amusing 
 to see them adroitly catch such flies as may be so unfor- 
 tunate as to settle on their cages. 
 
 The Marmosets are a numerous family. The silky tufts 
 which cover the ears of the common Marmoset are con- 
 spicuous, and are no mean ornament. They are all natives 
 of the hot countries of South America. 
 
 THE CATARRHINES. 
 
 The Catarrhines are well known ; their habits when " at 
 home" have been fairly well studied, and their various generic 
 distinctions well defined. Frequenting countries with which 
 Europeans have for long held commercial connections, these 
 have, among other imports, been well represented. The 
 natural features of the countries inhabited by them are not 
 so impenetrable a barrier as is the case with the habitat of
 
 Baboons. 51 
 
 their American cousins ; the inhabitants of those countries 
 seem also to come into more contact with them hence the 
 reason is not far to seek. Taken as a whole, they are more 
 sprightly and mischievous, if not so agile in motion; they are 
 certainly more cunning, and many of them, from having to 
 hold their own, in a sense, against man, have acquired a cer- 
 tain amount of intelligence and resource. 
 
 The larger species I shall pass lightly over, and treat only 
 on those likely to fall into the fancier's way. 
 
 THE BABOONS. 
 
 The Baboons, although chance specimens find their way 
 into the hands of amateurs, are not generally admitted as 
 monkey pets, their large size, superior strength, subtle 
 cunning, and often filthy practices, giving ample reason for 
 exclusion from general favour. As public exhibits, especially 
 among persons who are not over fastidious, they are 
 immensely popular, and in the monkey-house always draw 
 roaring and highly-delighted audiences. The varieties are 
 not numerous, the Chacma, Anubis, Thoth, and a few others, 
 constituting the whole of the family. Even among these some 
 confusion yet exists. Two varieties I must, however, specially 
 mention, for when young they are very tractable and amusing 
 the Drill and the Dogface. 
 
 The Drill. The Drill Baboon (Pcepio Leucophceus), hailing 
 from Western Africa, is, when young, a very interesting 
 animal, three or four specimens that I have kept being ex- 
 ceedingly gentle. The face, tinged with blue, and slightly 
 ribbed, gives it a remarkable appearance, and is in some 
 degree a miniature reflex of its larger and more villainous 
 relative, the Blue-faced Mandrill. I consider the Drill, in 
 youth, a very handsome fellow, but when growing old and 
 crusty his room is preferable to his company, for the features
 
 52 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 do not improve with age nor does the temper. The tail is 
 stumpy, being only 2in. in length, but is well furnished with 
 hair ; an orange-coloured beard adorns his chin. The hair is 
 of a greenish cast, browner on the upper parts of its body, 
 the underneath parts being white. 
 
 The Dogface. The Dogface Baboon (Cynocephalus Babouin) 
 is a strong, active animal. In a cage with numerous com- 
 panions he assumes boss-ship, and, although rather clumsily 
 built, makes the place pretty lively, keeping his subordinates 
 in continual motion. The bark of this monkey is as dog-like 
 as his long muzzle, and an enraged Baboon is a sight to 
 behold, its face being a study for an artist. You tease a 
 Dog-face, and you will see some laughable contortions of its 
 features, and the more laughter it excites, the more vehe- 
 ment will be its grimaces. Much addicted to pilfering, petty 
 riots are often the result ; these squabbles the public glory 
 in. A cageful of Baboons in full swing will either shift the 
 stereotyped lines on the face of a Stoic, or make him shift 
 to the next cage. 
 
 A smaller Dogface, known amongst dealers and showmen 
 as the "Joss" Baboon, is a well-defined variety, yellower in 
 coat than its larger companions, and a most amusing and 
 comical creature. If you have an ear for music, offer a pair 
 of these an apple, and then eat it yourself, and you will hear 
 some of the most unearthly squeals you have ever listened to. 
 
 A female of this description I had was very fond of babies, 
 and nothing pleased Jonathan better than to be allowed to 
 cuddle the smallest scion of our gardener's family, with 
 which she was extremely gentle, turning over its hair as 
 neatly as a nursemaid, chattering delightedly the while, and 
 protesting vehemently against its removal from her. A young 
 vagabond male, purchased as a mate for her, was pleased 
 enough at the introduction, their mutual embrace being ex- 
 ceedingly comical, and the " flea-looking " also ; but " fami-
 
 The Callithrix. 
 
 53 
 
 liarity breeds contempt," and after a short time nothing 
 pleased him better than making a footstool of her a degra- 
 dation she took in all humility. This harsh treatment the 
 females are often subject to. 
 
 THE CALLITHRIX (Cercopithecus callithricus). 
 
 Of monkey pets proper, the Callithrix stands at the head 
 of the list, and is one of the largest and handsomest. 
 
 
 FIG. 24. THE CALLITHRIX. 
 
 The Callithrix is a lively monkey, cautious in its likes and 
 dislikes when young ; but when " past middle life " it develops
 
 54 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 some nasty, revengeful, peevish ways. It is a native of 
 Western Africa, ranging from Senegal south to the Niger. 
 In a wild state, these monkeys show a decided fondness 
 for particular parts of their native forests, and one band will 
 prevent another from trespassing upon its favourite haunts. 
 
 This regard for locality may be noticed in those in 
 captivity, a particular perch or corner being chosen as 
 permanent quarters ; also in their methodical jumps to and 
 from certain spots, a particular round of exercise being con- 
 tinually engaged in. The Callithrix (Fig. 24) is a hardy 
 monkey ; two of them appeared from year to year " in the 
 open," on Yarmouth beach, a year or so since, and had so 
 done, to my knowledge, for nearly seven years. 
 
 The prevailing colour of this monkey is a mixture of 
 yellow and black, which gives the coat a somewhat greenish 
 appearance ; hence it is often described as the Green monkey ; 
 the face and hands are black. The under parts are of a 
 silvery hue. Length, nearly 2ft. from head to junction of 
 tail. 
 
 The Grivet (Cercopithecus engythilhia), a species closely re- 
 sembling the Callithrix in appearance, is often mistaken for 
 it. It is a native of Africa, but extends its " dominions " 
 farther east. 
 
 THE DIANA (Cercopithecus Diana). 
 
 A pleasing variety is the Diana; its colourings are varied 
 and graceful. Linnseus, fancying a resemblance in its white, 
 crescented for ehead to thatadorning the brow of the goddess 
 of hunting, is said to have christened this species after her. 
 The Diana (Fig. 25) is a native of Western Africa, being 
 common on the Gold Coast and on the Congo. In confine- 
 ment it is a merry little creature, tidy and clean in its ways,
 
 The Diana, 
 
 55 
 
 and given to domineering over smaller companions. I 
 have found it to be very susceptible to changes in the 
 weather, and from this failing should not recommend it to 
 anyone who has not time or convenience to give it all the 
 
 FIG. 25. THE DIANA. 
 
 attention it requires. The white crescent on its forehead, its 
 pointed beard, white whiskers, and clear, grey eyes, are suffi- 
 cient to distinguish it. The general colour of the body is 
 a dark ash colour, varied with brown on the back, lighter 
 underneath, and deepening into black at the extremities.
 
 56 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 Length about 18in., exclusive of the tail, which ornament 
 runs at about 2ft. more.* 
 
 THE MONA (Cercopithecus Mono). 
 
 The shy, mistrustful, but prettily-marked Mona monkeys 
 (Fig. 26) are active creatures. They are natives of "Western 
 Africa, and are, as a rule, gentle, sagacious, and sharp. Some 
 specimens, however, appear to be quite destitute of the two 
 former qualifications, the last-named predominating. As a 
 rule, they are well-behaved, not given to dirty habits; indeed, 
 the specimens I have kept seemed to me to be quite dandies 
 among the common herd. Monas show very little affection 
 for their keeper, merely tolerating the existence of such a 
 being as a necessary provider. As dainty in their appetites 
 as they are in their persons, it is most amusing to see them 
 throw out of their tins whatever food they may fancy un- 
 promising to get at morsels beneath which they opine more 
 suited to their palates, often overturning the whole, or 
 dropping coveted morsels, as they strive to snatch them from 
 each other's hands. The blue patch across their faces gives 
 them a peculiar appearance, which is heightened by their 
 light, flesh-coloured muzzles. Monas are slim and graceful 
 in form, and I have found them fairly hardy. Although 
 mine may have led me to give them a " soulless " character, 
 it is not for me to say they are all alike, for Cuvier sets up 
 one he had as a model of circumspect and gentle demeanour. 
 Bough they are not by any means, but I dislike a monkey 
 that is, as a pet that cannot, at least, take its keeper into 
 its confidence. 
 
 The top of the head, neck, back, and sides, are of a dark 
 
 * The monkeys principally treated upon in these pages vary in size from 15in. 
 upwards (leaving out the tail) to 2ft.
 
 The Sooty Mangabey. 
 
 57 
 
 brownish hue, varying to black and slaty hues towards the 
 under parts, which are white, and abruptly distinct in mark- 
 ing. The patch of yellowish white whiskers is no mean 
 
 FIG. 26. THE MONA. 
 
 ornament. The ears and hands are inclined to show up flesh- 
 coloured. 
 
 THE SOOTY MANGABEY (Cercocebus fulignosus). 
 
 The Sooty Mangabey (Fig. 27) is a favourite of mine. 
 Hailing from Africa, he is a bit of a nigger amongst monkeys, 
 
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 58 
 
 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 carrying a face that would not disgrace the burnt cork 
 fraternity. Mangabeys are extremely restless, merry fellows, 
 favourites in all collections, their droll ways, and fondness 
 for " striking " curious attitudes, making their compartment 
 a centre of fun. They have a peculiarity of lifting the 
 
 FIG. 27. THE SOOTY MANGABEY. 
 
 upper lip, and showing their perfect white teeth when any- 
 thing particularly pleases or disgusts them. Their semi- 
 webbed feet and hands are interesting and noticeable features. 
 Mangabeys are to be recommended as comical, yet well- 
 behaved, pets.
 
 The Bonnet. 59 
 
 The Mangabey is often called the White Eyelid monkey, 
 and appropriately too, for in no other species many of 
 which show an absence of colour in the skin of the upper 
 eyelids is the contrast with the dark face beneath so striking. 
 The upper parts of the body, sides, and tail, are of a uniform 
 sooty or greyish-black colour, becoming black at the extre- 
 mities ; whiskers, chest, abdomen, and inside of the limbs, of 
 a light grey. 
 
 THE COLLARED MANGABEY (JEthiops Cercocebus). 
 
 A variety, the Collared Mangabey, known among dealers as 
 the " Cherry Crown," and so named from a reddish-brown 
 spot on the head, is a handsome little fellow, makes favour- 
 ites with everybody, and has the merriest chatter of the 
 whole group. One I had, named Joey, had a very bad 
 opinion of my rough head of hair, and, to the amusement 
 of hundreds, used to turn over my wool most comically, 
 deliberately picking out the grains of sawdust which used to 
 accumulate there freely, and as coolly drop them on the 
 floor, provoking roars of laughter among the group of neck- 
 craning spectators around. The Hindoo-like beard of this 
 variety, laying back on each side, as if its owner were well 
 skilled in toilet tactics, gives it a most odd look. 
 
 Similar in colour to the preceding, it resembles it also in 
 its habits. The chestnut-topped head and white-collared neck 
 sufficiently distinguish it. 
 
 THE BONNET (Macacus radiatus). 
 
 The Bonnet (Fig. 28), known by the parting on the 
 crown, is a very common animal, and, hailing from the East 
 Indies, often falls into the hands of pet-loving sailors, the 
 immense amount of fun to be got out of it suiting nautical 
 
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 60 
 
 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 ideas of drollery to a nicety. This monkey is always a 
 favourite in menageries and collections. There was a Bonnet 
 exhibited in the summer of 1886, with other animals, in a 
 " Happy Family" on Yarmouth beach, that has there appeared 
 
 FIG. 28. THE BONNET. 
 
 to my knowledge, for fourteen consecutive years; and, by 
 the way, one bred between a Rhesus and a Bonnet monkey 
 even longer than that. Considering the changes of wind and 
 weather during the time they have stood in the open, they 
 illustrate the perversity of monkey life.
 
 The Toque. 61 
 
 The prevailing colour of this monkey is an olive-grey, showing 
 a greenish tint, toning down towards the under parts, which 
 are ashy-white. The face is smooth, and with the ears show 
 up somewhat fleshy-coloured. Youngsters are generally very 
 good tempered and friendly towards patrons, stowing away 
 proffered dainties until full-pouched, and yet begging for 
 more. Comfortably settling down in a corner, with a guttural 
 " Oh arr," he begins to peg away until some if not most 
 is snatched from him by jealous companions. A fight very 
 likely now comes off. Old age alters him into a morose, 
 treacherous glutton. 
 
 THE TOQTJE (Macacus radiatus). 
 
 The Toque (Fig. 29) closely resembles the Bonnet, but has 
 no forehead parting. Differing but little from it in external 
 features, it has also the same cunning adroitness when young, 
 and when advanced in life, similar evil propensities. As age 
 creeps on, its canines become, in some instances, enormously 
 developed, and the face assumes a stolid, unmeaning ex- 
 pression, grinning hideously and peevishly being a favourite 
 distortion of it. A bite from an old Toque or Bonnet is not 
 to be trifled with, an acquaintance of mine being disabled for 
 several months through one. This savagery is common to 
 most monkeys when growing old, and the hand that has all 
 along fed them is as eligible for biting as a stranger's. The 
 Toque is a native of the East Indies; it is common in India, 
 where it is said to be very troublesome to the superstitious 
 Hindoos, not only marauding in the outlying districts, but 
 making itself odious in populous towns. 
 
 The forehead of this animal is sharply depressed, showing 
 a bold ridge behind the eyebrows. It is strongly built, and 
 capable of holding its own amongst bullying chums. The
 
 62 
 
 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 general colour is olive-grey, with green or brownish tints; 
 under surface, dirty white. 
 
 FIG. 29. THE TOQUE. 
 
 THE RHESUS MONKEY (Macacu? Rhesus). 
 
 The Rhesus (Fig. 30), although a fine animal, is far 
 more fitted for the mixed collection than as a private pet, 
 its glaring red extremities being somewhat against its be- 
 coming a favourite. Cunning and treacherous, it is not always 
 discreet in its behaviour, and will as likely as not snatch a 
 nut out of its keeper's fingers, and try to give them a nip
 
 The Rhesus. 
 
 63 
 
 at the same time. In India, the Rhesus monkey is said to 
 be very common, and as the Hindoos are loth to indulge in 
 killing animals of any description, these impertinent creatures 
 thrive in numbers, much to the loss of the patient natives. 
 
 FIG. 30. THE RHESUS. 
 
 Several instances have occurred in which this variety has 
 undertaken domestic responsibilities. The care, management, 
 and training of their offspring is not only amusing and 
 interesting to the highest degree, but intensely human, the 
 youngster proving in all cases a "chip of the old block." 
 A fine male I once had objected very much to have the finely-
 
 64 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 developed muscles of his arms and legs covered with hair, 
 his chief amusement being to pluck out every hair that 
 grew on those particular spots. 
 
 The shoulders and limbs are very powerful; the whole 
 frame is thickset ; and when full grown it measures about 2ft. 
 from nose to callosities. Face flesh-coloured; general colour, 
 of an olive-green, showing somewhat brown on the back. 
 Abdomen and inside of legs often very red. 
 
 THE PIG-TAILED MACAQUE (Macacus nemestrinus). 
 
 The Pig-tailed Macaque (Fig. 31) so named from the shape 
 of its caudal appendage comes from Sumatra and the Malayan 
 Peninsula, where it is said to be made useful by the natives 
 as a nut-collector. A "comical beggar" alone or in company 
 with others of his kin, "Piggy" is a most desirable pet. 
 An aged female that had had progeny I found to be a most 
 useful nurse in my little kingdom. Did a Capuchin or any 
 other small variety fall ill, I had only to put it with old 
 Dulcimer, and it was curried, cuddled, and tucked up safely 
 in her motherly old arms at night. She was the best nurse 
 I could have had. 
 
 In youth " Piggy " is the favourite of everyone, from the 
 spectacled old dame, who may pry, smiling-faced, within the 
 reach of its human-like, but thievish hands, to the little school- 
 boy, of whom it begs the coveted nut. Making up the oddest 
 faces, "Piggy" approaches one, and snatches the proffered 
 edible; this secured, he is off to his perch with a bound, 
 a comical little squeak of exultation drawing down the ticklish 
 sensibilities of the " house," and another grimace or two from 
 the successful beggar. A big swede turnip put into a cage 
 containing a brace of rival Pig-tails causes "powers" of fun. 
 ' 8 " coa * is somewhat of a gingery -brown, darkening
 
 The Macaques. 
 
 65 
 
 a bit upon the back, but showing up lighter towards the 
 extremities, which end in fleshy-looking hands and feet; and 
 a pretty little hand he has, too quite ladylike. His tail is 
 the most ridiculous part about him, and he and his chums 
 seem almost to despise it. 
 
 FIG. 31. THE PIG-TAILED MACAQUE. 
 
 COMMON MACAQUES, OR JEW MONKEYS. 
 
 A number of small monkeys, delighting in the com- 
 prehensive name of Common Macaques (Fig. 32), and, com- 
 moner still, of Jew monkeys, natives of Java, Borneo, and
 
 66 
 
 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 Sumatra, are plentiful in collections; they are to be recom- 
 mended as private pets, are fairly hardy and interesting, and 
 not given to much active mischief, their small size being a 
 sufficient guarantee on this point. Their old-mannish ways 
 make them favourites at once, and at all times, with the 
 
 FIG. 32. THE COMMON MACAQUE. 
 
 children. Kept among larger monkeys, they lead a hard and 
 half-scared existence, being tyrannised over most cruelly, every 
 little edible received from the company outside the cage being 
 snatched from them in a trice by their domineering com- 
 panions.
 
 Other Varieties. 67 
 
 There are several other varieties of monkeys e.g., the 
 Wander-oo, the Putty Nose, the Moustached, &c. that may 
 fall into the hands of the fancier, each having traits, habits, 
 and characteristics of its own ; but on the whole, they may 
 be treated much the same as commoner varieties. Closely 
 allied species, as the Loris, and others, also the Lemurs and 
 Lemuroids, may be housed and generally treated as above 
 (branches being substituted for swings), and dieted according, 
 as it may be carnivorous or otherwise. Space forbids a 
 lengthy description of these ; but before finishing the species, 
 I must just mention the family of Gibbons (Hylobates), 
 or long-armed apes. They chancetime, but seldom, come into 
 the fancier's hands, and are best left to the zoological collec- 
 tion, where much attention and a very high temperature can 
 be given them, for although their fur is thick and long, they 
 are extremely delicate, and very soon die of consumption. 
 They are an extremely interesting group.
 
 CHAPTER VI. 
 
 PURCHASING A MONKEY. 
 
 How Best to Procure a Monkey Importation of Monkeys Price 
 of Monkeys Average Prices List of Relative Prices of all 
 Varieties. 
 
 HE best monkey for a fancier, where to procure 
 him, and what price to pay, are the next subjects 
 for consideration. Everyone is not lucky enough 
 to have a foreign-going relative who takes a 
 pleasure in importing these little imps, which are, 
 as a rule, when so procured, in very good plight and health 
 from the care bestowed on them; hence the thing is a matter 
 of purchase. For my own part, I would sooner procure one 
 through The Bazaar than through any other channel, for this 
 reason: most likely the advertiser has had the monkey, not 
 only long enough to get tired of it, but also to acclimatise 
 it, and to test its living possibilities. You do not want to 
 lay out money on a " dier." Better give a trifle more thus than 
 risk buying a newly-imported specimen from a stranger. 
 
 The chief importers of monkeys are Cross, Carpenter, and 
 Johnson, of Liverpool, of whom the American, or Ring-tail 
 monkeys, can easier be procured than of anyone else ; and
 
 Prices of Monkeys. 69 
 
 Jamrach and Abrahams of London. From what dealings I 
 have had with these firms, I have found them straightforward 
 enough, although, of course, some of the animals and birds 
 bought from them have a spiteful way of yielding up the ghost 
 soon after; I believe it is from "natural causes" rather than 
 from an intention on the part of the vendors of palming 
 unhealthy animals upon purchasers. Live stock do not always 
 stop long enough with them to test their living capacities. 
 
 The price of monkeys varies considerably with the kind 
 required, and also according to the disposition and conscience 
 of the seller. The price of a common monkey ranges from 
 12s. to 1 at the dealer's. A friend wanting 5s. to rid 
 himself of a pest is no criterion for an honest dealer who 
 seeks fair remuneration. If you wish to purchase from a 
 dealer, send to him for a price list of his monkeys in stock. 
 A return of post will find you set up with a list from which 
 to select; similar lists from other dealers will give you every 
 chance to suit yourself. If you have had a chance of seeing 
 the monkeys in the " Zoo," and becoming fairly acquainted 
 with the looks and characteristics of each species, you will 
 be able to choose to your Hiring, 
 
 According as the supply fluctuates, so does the market 
 value. Taken on the average, Sooties, Pig-tails, Monas, and 
 some others, should not cost more than from 20s. to 25s. each. 
 The Hamadryas Baboon sometimes realises 30 ! So you 
 have a wide field to range in. 
 
 Mr. Cross, the celebrated Liverpool naturalist and dealer, 
 has kindly furnished me a list of various monkeys, and the 
 average marketable value. He writes : 
 
 " I have great pleasure in forwarding you a general list of 
 the different monkeys, and their relative prices : 
 
 "Drill Baboons from .1 10 to 100 
 
 Dogface Baboons 1 10 20 
 
 Caratrix (Callithrix) monkeys ,, 15 each.
 
 70 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 Diana monkeys 
 
 from 2 
 
 10 
 
 
 
 each. 
 
 
 Moustache monkeys 
 
 1 
 
 10 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Putty-nose monkeys 
 
 1 
 
 5 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Sooty monkeys 
 
 1 
 
 10 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Cherry-crowned monkeys 
 
 1 
 
 10 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Bonnet monkeys 
 
 1 
 
 5 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Rhesus monkeys 
 
 1 
 
 5 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Pig-tail Apes 
 
 1 
 
 5 
 
 
 
 to .10 
 
 
 
 Jew monkeys 
 
 
 
 15 
 
 
 
 each. 
 
 
 Mona monkeys 
 
 1 
 
 
 
 
 
 ,, 
 
 
 Soldier monkeys 
 
 1 
 
 10 
 
 o 
 
 
 
 Black Spider monkeys . . . 
 
 3 
 
 5 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Brown Ringtail monkeys 
 
 1 
 
 5 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Marmosets 
 
 
 
 15 
 
 
 
 
 
 Tortoiseshell Marmosets 
 
 2 
 
 
 
 
 
 " 
 
 
 Squirrel monkeys 
 
 1 
 
 5 
 
 
 
 
 
 Nigger monkeys 
 
 5 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Pluto monkeys 
 
 1 
 
 10 
 
 
 
 
 
 Talopoin monkeys 
 
 2 
 
 10 
 
 
 
 
 
 Entellus monkeys 
 
 2 
 
 10 
 
 
 
 
 
 Mandrills .. 
 
 from 3 
 
 
 
 
 
 to 100 
 
 
 
 Chimpanzees 
 
 15 
 
 
 
 
 
 40 
 
 
 
 Orang-Outans 
 
 10 
 
 
 
 
 
 100 
 
 
 
 Ringtail Lemurs 
 
 3 
 
 10 
 
 
 
 each. 
 
 
 Lemurs (various) 
 
 ,, 3 
 
 10 
 
 
 
 to 15 
 
 
 
 " Hoping it will be of service to you, 
 
 " Yours truly, 
 
 " W. CROSS.'
 
 CHAPTER VII. 
 
 FEEDING. 
 
 Importance of Good and Careful Feeding DIET Staple Food 
 Precautions Necessary to Ensure an Equal Distribution of Food 
 Mischievous and Tyrannical Monkeys Other Vegetable Foods 
 Onions as Crop-warmers and as a Cleansing Food Animal 
 Foods PURCHASE OP FOOD Bread Rice Fruit and Vege- 
 tables Nuts and Biscuits. 
 
 ROPER feeding is one of the most important of 
 your duties to your dependant, and towards 
 keeping him happy and in good health. If left 
 to himself and an open cupboard, the variety of 
 edibles he would patronise would be limitless 
 from the sugar-basin all round to your favourite ham, he 
 would have a taste of all. The monkey is a glutton, and 
 almost as omnivorous as he is voracious, and if not checked 
 by reducing him to certain quantities, wastes treble the 
 quantity he eats. In a state of nature, the Old World 
 monkeys are vegetarians ; their American cousins are, how- 
 ever, of a more omnivorous turn of mind, each variety feeding 
 upon the products common to the locality in which Nature 
 has placed it.
 
 72 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 DIET. 
 
 As a staple diet for a monkey in captivity, boiled rice and 
 milk stands first, bread and milk next; and boiled potatoes 
 which are most highly prized by them come next in recom- 
 mendation. For breakfast, give a tinful of boiled rice, 
 moistened with a gill of pure milk; in the same tin let an 
 apple or two be sliced. The apples are grabbed for in a 
 precipitate manner, and if two or more monkeys are kept in 
 the same cage, a scramble, and often a downright scrimmage, 
 takes place for the possession of them. The weakest or most 
 cowardly very likely stand by whilst the tyrant of the cage 
 coolly takes the lot, and stows them away in his capacious 
 cheek-pouches for further investigation and manipulation, 
 taking his place, meanwhile, by the tin, leisurely devouring 
 morsels of the rice and bread, upsetting the tin when satiated, 
 and leaving scattered fragments for less daring companions to 
 operate upon, and be glad even of the surplus that remains. 
 In the menagerie this meUe is immensely enjoyed of course, 
 by those outside the cage. In such a case, two tins will give 
 fairer play, the greediest animals rushing from tin to tin, 
 thus giving the others the chance of doing the same in turn. 
 
 To avoid the food being upset directly it is placed in the cage, 
 a suitably heavy tin should be provided, a square one with 
 sloping sides being the safest and most convenient. Have no 
 handle on it, or even a ring, as monkeys have a mischievous 
 habit of dragging the tin up the front of the cage by one of 
 their feet, while climbing with the other and their hands, not 
 only spilling the contents, but also, perhaps, nearly splitting 
 the heads of those below when letting the tin fall amongst them, 
 
 The diet of monkeys may be varied by occasional oranges, 
 nuts, sliced swedes and beet, boiled maize, and sliced cabbage. 
 All kinds of fruit in season may be cautiously given, water
 
 Diet. 73 
 
 melon being a special favourite. Tomatoes, grapes, dates, and 
 chance figs never meet with a refusal ; of course, these are only 
 luxuries. Carrots are greedily eaten, and are good substantial 
 food to boot. In the winter, raw onions are very good " crop- 
 warmers," and are always cleared off in fine style by the 
 Catarrhines. When several of these are treated to onions, a 
 great deal of fun is caused by the scrimmages for possession, 
 and the tickling of optics caused by the strong effusion given 
 off by the coveted tit-bits. I believe the onion to be very good 
 as a cleansing food. After a big day's exhibiting, when nuts, 
 sweets, and every conceivable edible, good, bad, and indifferent, 
 has been devoured, I have always given a supper in which 
 sliced onions predominated, and experienced very good results 
 from this strong internal poultice. The next morning the 
 monkeys invariably looked ready for business, and always made 
 a good breakfast of rice and milk, with a handful of oats 
 or boiled maize added thereto. This, with a clean, sweet 
 carpeting of deal sawdust, and a little of Condy's Fluid, made 
 all serene for the day's proceedings. 
 
 American monkeys detest the smell of an onion; indeed, 
 bread and milk, with simple vegetable additions, seems to be 
 the diet preferred by them. They appreciate, in cold weather, 
 a little dainty bit of horseflesh or beef at supper-time a 
 luxury that is ravenously devoured. For Marmosets, cock- 
 roaches and beetles must be captured. I had a Capuchin 
 that was a " mark " on live earthworms, but, of course, I only 
 gave them as tit-bits. Birds are also eaten by some. The 
 monkey referred to once broke loose, killed a fine macaw, and 
 partly stripped it before he was recaptured; whilst an un- 
 fortunate canary was literally devoured alive. Broken biscuits 
 from the baker's are to be recommended. A little linseed, 
 a few oats, grains of wheat, or split peas, are very amusing to 
 the monkeys ; they take infinite pains in picking up every single 
 grain. In cold weather, in some menageries, it is a practice 
 
 F
 
 74 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 to throw in amongst the monkeys a tin of hot, roasted peas. 
 Thus, it will be seen your pet has very few fancies, and a 
 very accommodating appetite; and if the waste from the table 
 is insufficient to satisfy him, very little need be expended 
 upon the commissariat department. Feed regularly twice a 
 day. 
 
 PURCHASE OF FOOD. 
 
 For a single monkey, food need not be purchased in any 
 quantity, nor, indeed, specially, at all. The cupboard may be 
 "light-fingered" daily, with no perceptible diminution; come 
 to that, the scraps from the table ought to keep your pet 
 in luxury. When several are kept, purchase becomes a 
 necessity. 
 
 Bread, the staff of monkey-life, when bought by the loaf 
 runs up a big bill. Contract with your family baker for his 
 " overdays " and " runovers " these you will get for about 
 sixpence a stone. Your neighbours who don't keep chickens 
 will willingly save you odd crusts if you find them a box 
 to put them in ; other edibles will most likely be popped into it. 
 
 Rice. The best need not be purchased. The kind known as 
 "chicken rice" will answer your purpose. Keep it dry, and 
 free from mice. Don't boil too much at a time, as it is apt 
 to turn sour. Wash your rice before boiling it. 
 
 Fruit and Vegetables must be purchased from your fruiterer. 
 The latter as potatoes, swede turnips, &c. must in all 
 cases be good and sound. The size of the potatoes matters 
 little, those minute specimens known and set aside as pig- 
 potatoes answering very well; well wash them, and boil 
 with the skins on. Fruit will do even if slightly gone wrong ; 
 of spotted oranges, lemons, apples, and such-like, the fruiterer 
 is glad to be rid, and you can procure the same at less 
 than half price. The decayed parts had better be removed.
 
 F 2
 
 FIG 33 -"MONKEY NUTS" (Arachis hypogaa), showing the Cluster of short, 
 wrinkled Pods.
 
 Purchase of Food. 77 
 
 Onions, too, when "shooting," are as much relished by your 
 monkeys as when sound, and are just as good for them. 
 
 Nuts and Biscuits should be purchased good. "Monkey 
 nuts," or more properly speaking, the pods of Arachis 
 hypogcea (ground or earth nut) (Fig. 33), are the most 
 economical, and are greatly relished. Broken biscuit can 
 be purchased from the confectioner at about twopence the 
 pound, and for Marmosets, and as dainties to the other 
 varieties, are highly appreciated.
 
 CHAPTER VIII. 
 
 GENERAL MANAGEMENT. 
 
 Assertion of Authority Kindness the Best Policy Distinctive 
 Head-gear and Dress Advisable for Keeper How to Gain a 
 Monkey's Confidence Naming a Monkey Warmth and Light 
 A Fatal Mistalee Monkey -bag : How to Make; Uses of 
 Cleanliness Drinking -water Tormenting Monkeys A Cruel 
 Trick Performing Monkeys ; How to Train ; Dress for. 
 
 HE first thing to be done after purchasing a 
 monkey is to make him understand that you 
 are his master, and that you, supremely, he 
 must acknowledge. Treat him kindly from the 
 first ; never threaten, scold, beat, or get out of 
 patience with him. I have had vicious monkeys come under 
 my charge have even had bites and scratches from them 
 but have overlooked the offences, without showing revengeful 
 feelings (however much they might have had possession of me), 
 and returned, through policy, of course, kindness for evil, and 
 in almost every instance I have completely subdued the 
 culprits, who would never let any stranger touch them. Some 
 persons keep a stick for the benefit of their monkeys. This 
 is a mistake ; you cannot be too kind. Where a person
 
 Naming a Monkey. 79 
 
 has several monkeys, and strangers are continually passing to 
 and fro, a head-gear and style of dress slightly different from 
 the "common herd" should be worn by the keeper, who is 
 thus recognised among others, and his influence is still felt 
 by the prisoners, who have a side look at his every move- 
 ment. This dress item stands good even among lions and 
 other caged stock. 
 
 To get into your monkey's confidence at once, let a friend 
 go up to the cage with a stick, and somewhat frighten the 
 animal; whilst in the midst of his nonsense, rush forward, 
 and pretend to take the part of your pet, thrash your friend 
 to within an inch of his life with the very stick he has been 
 using, and put him out. Next take the monkey some savoury 
 morsel, such as a date, or an apple, and sympathise with it. 
 You are sworn friends from that time. A "barney" of this 
 kind in a monkey-house will kick up the most frightful 
 uproar imaginable. 
 
 Name your monkey by all means; indeed, all pets should 
 possess one. The most stupid monkey soon learns to recognise 
 the voice of its keeper, and also the distinctive name or sound 
 used to attract its attention. I append a dozen names of my 
 own using, and it will not be difficult to choose from among 
 them : 
 
 Bully. -Peggy. Mike. Peter. 
 
 Jacko. Jimmy. Demon. Barney. 
 
 Tommy. Dulcimer. Uncle. Knips. 
 
 Warmth and Light. Moderate warmth is essential to the 
 health and comfort of monkeys. In collections, hot-water 
 apparatus is greatly in vogue, and answers, with well-regulated 
 care, admirably. The temperature is, however, generally kept 
 rather high 60 degrees on an average and to anyone going 
 into a monkey-house seems rather oppressive. Too much 
 heat is as bad as too much cold, and could but an even
 
 80 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 temperature be depended upon, a few degrees only above 
 temperate would suffice to keep the tenants healthy. In 
 too many instances the idea in public institutions is to 
 afford as much light as possible, with a view, no doubt, to 
 make the place sunny, and, as reads the catalogue of the 
 " Zoo " (1886, page 10), " to reproduce, as nearly as may be, 
 the circumstances under which its occupants live in their 
 native haunts." This superabundance of glass is, I am 
 strongly of opinion, a most fatal mistake. No matter what 
 temperature the air may be inside, the sudden changes 
 of the atmosphere outside are felt almost as suddenly within : 
 now a sharp frost may be making all kinds of floral devices 
 upon the glass, chilling, to a certain extent, the air beneath 
 it; and now a hot sun's rays may be making the place like 
 a baker's oven, and adding several degrees more than is 
 good. In summer the heat is often oppressive, the monkeys 
 themselves feeling languid. The monkey-house at the 
 Manchester Gardens, although not so light as that at Regent's 
 Park, is far more suited to gain an even temperature, 
 and doubtless suffers less from deaths arising from diseases 
 of the lungs among its inmates. Draughts, too, are almost 
 impossible to banish, owing to the lapping over of the 
 numerous panes of glass. Where several monkeys, and other 
 pets, are likely to require a special structure, the sides should 
 be of brickwork, part of the roof of slates or tiles, and 
 the light and ventilation only proceeding from the top. 
 The subjoined sketch of a section of this structure (Fig. 34) 
 will fully explain itself. The less glass, consistent with the 
 light requisite, the better. A single flow and return pipe is 
 sufficient to warm a building of the kind recommended. For 
 model monkey house cage see particulars on page 39. 
 
 But I am digressing. The reader is supposed to possess 
 only one monkey, and an elaborate system of heating is 
 out of the question. In the colder season it is well, if
 
 Monkey-bag. 83 
 
 possible, to have the cage in the kitchen, where a warmer 
 air is prevalent than in the shed. If this is impracticable, 
 make your shed as snug as possible, and keep a small bottle- 
 stove at work, which will burn up any small coal and 
 rubbish, and will, at the same time, need little looking 
 after. Filled the last thing at night, it will keep going till 
 the early morning, and the heat generated will still be felt 
 when you slip into the shed before breakfast. A paraffin 
 lamp arrangement, where the hot air can be made to pass 
 up a thin piping through the roof, will add warmth to the 
 place, and is not so likely to die out as the fire. An open- 
 grate stove at one end of the shed is generally to be 
 depended upon, as far as keeping in goes. Let your pet 
 have a good supply of clean straw, put into a little box or 
 barrel, where he will do his best to keep snug all night; 
 and if you can teach him the use of a rug, which is a 
 comical proceeding when he has acquired the idea, a piece 
 of blanketing may be given him, which is highly appreciated. 
 A cayenne lozenge before bedtime won't do him any harm 
 in cold weather, and a previous warm supper will be of con- 
 siderable service. The front of the cage should be covered 
 at night. 
 
 Monkey-bag. Should your monkey ever make his escape, 
 which misadventure is within the range of possibility, 
 don't worry him too much. In order to be on the safe 
 side, a monkey-bag (Fig. 35) should be made before you 
 purchase your pet. A broom-handle, with a strong iron 
 ring attached, upon which is sewn a small sack giving 
 the idea of a very rough landing-net will put ordinary 
 risks of escape on one side. Should your monkey manage 
 to get the keyhole side of his castle, snatch up your bag, 
 without flustering either him or yourself, hide as far as pos- 
 sible your intentions, and, cautiously following him, catch him 
 as you would a big butterfly, turning the bag in a similar
 
 84 Notes on Pet Monkeys, 
 
 way, to prevent his getting out again. But the recapturing 
 of a monkey up a tree, or dodging among the chimneys 
 on a housetop, is altogether a different matter, especially 
 where a series of roofs combine to allow the little imp a 
 considerable area of " truanting " ground. You can only 
 keep your eyes about you, hold your peace, and trust to 
 Providence, patience, and circumstances for a successful issue. 
 This bag is useful also in shifting monkeys, and is likely 
 to lessen the chances of harm to them, or of bites and 
 
 FIG. 35. MONKEY-BAG. 
 
 scratches on your own person. It is amusing to see with 
 what horror this bag is held by the inmates of a monkey- 
 house. 
 
 Cleanliness is not an unimportant item in the welfare of 
 your pet and the comfort of everybody around. Let the 
 "carpet" consist of sweet deal sawdust oak, beech, or any 
 other kind should be avoided, some kinds turning black, and 
 others a nasty red when wetted, absorbing neither smell nor
 
 Drinking-water. 85 
 
 excrement. Deal sawdust absorbs, in a measure, both these, 
 and does not look unsightly. Your scraper should be in use 
 every morning, and a fresh layer of about |in. of sawdust 
 thrown in; two days at the outside should be the greatest 
 interval allowed to elapse, and surely five minutes can be spared 
 each day for this purpose. A sack of sawdust costs 6d., and 
 for one cage lasts about a month. Sometimes Knips has a 
 nasty habit of wiping his fingers, when soiled, on the walls of 
 his cage; so that, in the course of a few months, a rather 
 streaky outlook solicits the use of your whitewash brush. 
 About three, or say four, times a year, your front may be 
 unscrewed and taken out, and a few strokes of the whitewash 
 brush, after a preliminary scrape, will make the domicile 
 once more sweet and clean. 
 
 Drinking-water, Giving your monkey water should be a 
 matter of great care. It is true that, in some collections, as 
 the Belle Vue, at Manchester, water is always at hand for 
 the fetching of it; but in your limited cage-room, a continual 
 supply would cause unlimited mess and puddle, by the 
 upsetting of the tin, and consequent swamping of the place 
 inside. A fair supply of milk with the morning and evening 
 meals will, except in hot weather, suffice for the day's moisture. 
 In the height of summer I always go round with a can, and 
 give each a small dole in its tin; some, however, scarcely 
 trouble to drink it. 
 
 Tormenting a caged monkey seems to be so natural to some 
 folk, that they cannot visit one but they must poke it with 
 their sticks, offer and withdraw food, &c., in order to see the 
 droll anger exhibited by its every grimace, action, and shriek. 
 In cases of this kind, when once telling does not suffice, I 
 politely escort such an one to the door of my monkey-house, 
 the salutary effect upon a crowded assembly being always 
 very striking. The most abominable thing one can do to a 
 caged animal is to test its capacities of forbearance. Many
 
 86 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 a good monkey has had its teeth broken by the sticks of 
 ignorant visitors, and not a few receive internal abdominal 
 injuries, under which they pine away and die, defying the 
 efforts of their keepers to guess at the cause of illness or 
 the possible remedy to bring them back to health and vivacity. 
 Be down on such a person as you would upon an enemy. 
 There are several tricks understood by the vulgar that make 
 fun at the poor inmate's expense. Of these I mention the 
 worst that of giving nutshells filled with cayenne pepper. 
 The results of this cruel trick of course add more to the fun 
 of heartless onlookers than to the enjoyment of the unfor- 
 tunate cracker. 
 
 PEEFOEMING MONKEYS. 
 
 These are at all times favourites with both young and old, 
 and the possessor of a monkey may, with much patience and 
 kindness, teach an apt pupil a number of entertaining tricks. 
 Some monkeys are sharper in acquiring an education than 
 others; but the particular kind to be recommended is hard 
 to say, unless that the most tractable varieties are most 
 eligible for tuition. The Monas, Dianas, and others of the 
 timid varieties, are not of the teachable type. 
 
 After getting your monkey fairly under control, and 
 accustomed to your presence and voice, it may be taught 
 a simple trick, such as walking quietly with its hand in 
 yours. Let the animal get this lesson well to heart, and 
 then try another, such as making it climb a small pole, on top 
 of which has been placed an apple. Thus, by instilling one 
 trick at a time into it, by firm, kind, and exceptionally patient 
 treatment, a monkey may become a learned prodigy. A small 
 chain during these elementary lessons must keep it in subjec- 
 tion, or undue advantage may be taken of its liberty. Cruelty 
 is too often an adjunct, and the trainer's whip is only too
 
 Performing Monkeys. 87 
 
 freely used. The abject terror with which the performing 
 monkeys to be seen in public exhibitions regard their keeper 
 bespeaks the ruling of a rod of iron. 
 
 It will be necessary to exercise a little patience with the 
 animal to enable it to overcome the novelty of wearing a 
 little cap, a tunic, and a pair of breeches; but you must 
 persist, and after a few gentle admonitions the monkey will 
 understand they are to be worn for your amusement, and not 
 his. Very strongly contrasted colours are effective. As little 
 Arabi Pasha, with blue tunic, red fez, and yellow breeks ; 
 as a soldier, with red coat and blue trousers ; or as a little 
 Neapolitan, Knips is very easy to "work up." You must 
 always have a chin-strap for head-gear, and buttons for the 
 rest of the uniform.
 
 CHAPTER IX. 
 
 MONKEY AILMENTS. 
 
 DISEASES Symptoms of Indisposition Simple Remedies How 
 to Administer Physic A Useful Article Chest Diseases : Tlie 
 "Kill or Cure" Recipe; Treatment Quinsy Ruptures 
 Broken Limbs Headaches, Biliousness, and Costiveness Rheu- 
 matism Toothache Excrement The Dumps HANDLING 
 SICK MONKEYS MONKEYS EATING THEIR OWN TAILS: 
 Confined to the Old World Varieties ACCIDENTS TO THE 
 CAUDAL APPENDAGE : How to Treat A Good Riddance 
 A Surgical Operation on a Monkey's Tail. 
 
 DISEASES, ETC. 
 
 EEPING- the monkey in health is of no little 
 importance, and the avoiding of sickness 
 better than patching up a cure. Taken on the 
 whole, the monkey is not subject to many 
 ailments. 
 
 If your monkey is at all indisposed, it is not hard to 
 detect it. He is apt to sulk, looks dull or sluggish about the 
 eyes, and throws up, loosely and dishevelled, the hair on his 
 neck and shoulders. If from costiveness, a dose of castor oil,
 
 Chest Diseases. 89 
 
 mixed in with his bread and milk, or, better still, a dose of 
 magnesia (which better assimilates the food), may be judiciously 
 given. A small apple hollowed out, filled up with either of 
 these, or, indeed, anything else you like a powder, if need 
 be and plugged up again, is greedily devoured in innocence, 
 even if the patient is cunning enough to look over his 
 breakfast, and pronounce it "no go." 
 
 Friars' balsam should be kept in your medicine locker, and 
 will prove a very useful article for touching picks and sores. 
 You must use as much discretion in looking after the health 
 of a monkey as you would that of a child; the remedies 
 may be exactly the same. If a monkey be not worth a few 
 pence outlay at the chemist's on the score of sickness well, 
 the best you can do is to get rid of him by hook or by crook. 
 Feed him aright, don't neglect him in any way, and keep 
 him fairly warm, and you are not very likely to see him on 
 the sick list. 
 
 Chest Diseases. The one great tendency of all the species 
 in this uncertain climate is to acquire diseases of the chest, 
 and is certainly one of the most difficult to counteract. 
 Draughts and biting winds, and damp, are the most fruitful 
 sources of these ; therefore, the greater success you have in 
 warding oft' the causes, the less likely are you to experience 
 the effects in the case of your monkey. The general remedy 
 the " kill or cure " recipe, as the showmen term it, and which 
 is greatly in vogue with them in cases of severe colds and 
 other forerunners of consumptive complaints, is to drench the 
 patient with whisky, literally making it drunk, and allowing 
 it to sleep off the effects. The results are often only a sick 
 headache, for the poor wretch is next day aggravated by an 
 excess of coughing (a cruel, consumptive cough is often heard 
 among the poor wretches), a guarantee of almost certain 
 mastery in the end. As soon as you detect your monkey's 
 ailment, whether it be from a slight influenza cold, or a 
 
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 90 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 tendency to cough, treat him as you would a human being 
 a few pence will be likely very soon to right-side him. 
 Paregoric mixtures are pleasant to the taste, and the invalid 
 will eagerly lick every drop out of the proffered spoon. 
 Cayenne lozenges, chlorate of potash, and chlorodyne lozenges, 
 are all eagerly devoured, with no persuasion whatever. By 
 shifting the monkey into a little warmer atmosphere, the 
 symptoms will very likely disappear in a short time. Quinsy 
 sometimes attacks the small varieties, in which case a few 
 grains of chlorate of potash, put in the milk, is calculated 
 speedily to effect a cure. 
 
 Ruptures, resulting from unlucky stick-poking, possibly falls, 
 or other unsatisfactory causes, are, almost without exception, 
 incurable, and you must either let your pet gradually finish 
 a miserable existence, or put him out of misery at once. 
 The killing of anything is a painful matter, the mode to be 
 commended being that which gives less likelihood of pain with 
 quickest results. 
 
 Broken Limbs, which are possible even with these nimble 
 creatures, must be set in the ordinary way. Any young 
 medical student would do little odd jobs of doctoring, either 
 in external or internal cases, and be pleased with the con- 
 fidence placed in him. 
 
 Monkeys are subject to headaches, biliousness, and costive- 
 ness, just as we ourselves are; and it would be a wonder if 
 they were not sometimes, considering the miscellany of eat- 
 ables put into them, sometimes, as in exhibitions, varied with 
 tobacco, sweets, fruit, and other dainty morsels. After a big 
 day, onions (as mentioned in Chapter VII.) are to be recom- 
 mended. 
 
 Rheumatism. Exposure to bad weather and dampness some- 
 times brings on this tormenting complaint, and when it sets 
 in at the knee joints the most likely place monkeys often 
 experience acute suffering. "When the paroxysms come on,
 
 Handling Sick Monkeys. 91 
 
 the poor wretch gnaws at its knees, and stares wildly about 
 him. I have found most satisfactory results from the use of 
 lemons, and personally have derived benefit from the free use 
 of them. I have been informed that celery is a fine thing 
 for rheumatism ; be it or not, it is greatly relished by monkeys. 
 A warm, sheltered location, freedom from draughts, and a 
 warm bed, are essentials. 
 
 Toothache. As a rule, the monkey has a fine set of teeth, 
 regular, clean, and perfect, and is not often subject to this 
 disreputable complaint. Should a bad tooth be noticed, have 
 it out, and at once. If you are not competent to pull it out, 
 surely the stereotyped shilling should induce your dentist to 
 operate upon your pet successfully. In the event of a large 
 monkey being the patient, chloroforming may be necessary. 
 
 Excrement. Watch the excrement of the monkey, and if 
 his dung be hard or watery, take counteracting steps. A 
 rather dry meal of hard rice, or any binding food, will soon 
 correct looseness of the bowels, and a dose of magnesia will 
 set him right afterwards. A handful of dandelions, roots and 
 all, acts as a mild aperient, and is greatly relished at the 
 same time. A bit of this herb daily is very beneficial. 
 
 The Dumps. Sometimes a monkey turns up sadly unex- 
 pectedly, and this from no accountable cause. Nothing better 
 can explain the matter than that he has a fit of the "dumps." 
 Something very tempting should be set before him say a 
 little milk and sherry with a sweet biscuit in it; of the latter 
 don't chip him up a bit. Give him a dose of castor oil, and 
 cover his cage up for a few hours. It's just possible he has 
 an attack of biliousness or indigestion and why is it to be 
 wondered at P 
 
 HANDLING SICK MONKEYS. 
 
 Handling a ferocious, or even a quiet monkey, for the 
 purpose of doctoring or otherwise, is not unattended with 
 
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 92 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 the risk of being bitten, especially if he gets frightened. To 
 avoid this possibility, a pair of gardener's stout leather 
 gloves should be worn, rather long in the fingers ; indeed, 
 purchase a pair too big for you. I have found it convenient 
 to offer a finger (of the glove, mind you) to bite at, and, while 
 my patient sticks to this (my own finger, of course, having been 
 drawn in), I have managed generally to do what is required 
 with impunity. A vicious or a very large specimen, as a 
 Baboon, should first be enveloped in the monkey-bag; this 
 can, with a little patience, be effected, before going into the 
 cage, by " fishing " for him through the flap below. 
 
 MONKEYS EATING THEIB OWN TAILS. 
 
 From what experience I have had of monkeys indulging in 
 this disgusting habit, I have found it exclusively confined 
 to the Catarrhines (Old World varieties), more especially 
 those blessed originally with very long caudal appendages. I 
 have kept various American species (Platyrrhines) from time 
 to time, and have never had one case of this cannibalistic 
 propensity break out among them. On the other hand, 
 they are particularly careful of their prehensile member, 
 carrying it when perambulating their perches or cage, and 
 when not climbing, carefully curled behind, as an elephant 
 would protect the smaller end of its necessary proboscis. 
 They also keep it fairly well " curried." Short-tailed varieties 
 of the Catarr hines -seldom interfere with their ornamental fifth 
 "hand." I have had Monas, Bonnets, and Sooties guilty of the 
 habit of chewing their tails. Various causes may be assigned 
 for it. Gross feeding, and dirty, neglectful management, 
 bring on, not only irritation of this member, but loss of hair 
 there and elsewhere, shabbiness of coat, and humours. A 
 Drill Baboon once brought to me had its arms and legs
 
 Accidental Injuries to the Tail. 93 
 
 decorated with offensive scabs from one or both of the above- 
 mentioned causes. By a few strong applications of Friars' 
 balsam, coupled with careful dieting, these scabs fell off, and 
 the places quickly healed. 
 
 ACCIDENTAL INJURIES TO THE TAIL. 
 
 Accidents from blows, from defective wires, and other preventi- 
 ble or unavoidable causes, often befall the tail, sometimes at 
 the end, sometimes in the middle. This member also comes in 
 only too handy for a bite from an enraged or offended companion. 
 A friend of mine, some time since, had a Bonnet Macaque, the 
 tail of which, from some accident, rotted in the middle. Making 
 no more ado, Jim's tail was laid on a bench, and a sharp chisel 
 and hammer did duty for surgical instruments. A hot iron 
 rubbed over the place rather surprised Jimmy, who was popped 
 into his " shanty," where he lived for some considerable period 
 afterwards. The place, however, never properly healed, and 
 when he died "his end was much shortened." The older a 
 monkey gets, the less feeling he appears to have in his tail, 
 and the less power he seems to have over and in it. As to a 
 bond fide cure, I have yet to find out one satisfactory to 
 myself. I have tried burning the end, used strong lotions, 
 and even applied a bandage as a remedy. This last-named 
 has not only afforded intense fun to other little imps, but in 
 cases of solitary confinement, recreation to the patient in 
 pulling and biting it to pieces. In the majority of cases, so 
 soon as healing commences, the slight itching occasioned 
 thereby soon starts the monkey licking and nibbling. Visitors 
 are generally disgusted with displays of this kind, and the 
 sooner a menagerie passes your way the better; the loss of a 
 shilling or two, and the ready sale for few questions are asked 
 is better than the nuisance. An exchange may generally be 
 easily effected; and certainly the cost of procuring a fresh
 
 94 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 specimen is preferable to continually patching up and messing 
 about a diseased one, and the trouble infinitely less. 
 
 "W. D. S.," writing to The Bazaar, Exchange and Mart in 
 reference to this subject, gives an interesting account of a 
 surgical operation performed upon a monkey's tail. He says : 
 
 "In the case which came under my immediate notice, I 
 found that during the late severe winter the tail had been 
 frost-bitten, and in consequence there was loss of feeling in 
 it up to about 4in. from the body of the monkey. I thereupon 
 placed the animal under the influence of chloroform, and with 
 the aid of a pair of bone forceps and the thermal cautery I 
 removed the tail at a point where feeling was evident. The 
 stump of tail thus left healed perfectly without any dressing, 
 and the monkey has not since attempted to renew its abnormal 
 appetite. 
 
 "In performing the operation, care should be taken that 
 the skin is drawn as far as possible towards the base of the 
 tail, or it will retract, and leave the last vertebra exposed 
 after the operation is completed."
 
 CHAPTER X. 
 
 CONCLUDING OBSERVATIONS. 
 
 Monkeys in Old Age Change of Disposition Uncertain and 
 Vicious Temperament The Social Nature of Monkeys " Flea- 
 hunting," so-called Dread of Snakes and Animals Breeding 
 Monkeys Comical Incidents in Rearing Feeding -time 
 Chewing the Cud Acquired Tastes Personal Cleanliness 
 Monkey Deaths Stuffing a Monkey : Skinning ; Dressing ; 
 Setting-up. 
 
 the preceding chapters our subject has been 
 fairly well threshed out; but if I am not 
 tedious, the reader will bear with me a space 
 longer, as I hope he has ab initio. A few 
 general remarks bring my notes to a conclusion. 
 As old age creeps on a monkey, his temper becomes crusty and 
 uncertain. The canine teeth become very largely developed, 
 and he acquires a strong propensity for using them with very 
 little provocation. The face loses the look of latent fun and 
 lively cunning, and assumes a stolid, often vacant and cruel, 
 expression, viciousness being strongly deciphered there. The 
 hand that has fed and petted him all along is savagely 
 grabbed at, the food being snatched out of it, and a nip or
 
 96 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 a bite only offered in return. Such an uncertain and vicious 
 disposition is a strong incentive to dissolve partnership, 
 and the sooner he is disposed of the better for all parties 
 concerned. A passing menagerie has generally a vacant cage 
 suitable for a small fiend of this description, and willingly 
 the proprietors hand you a few shillings in return for him, 
 for well they know the public appreciate a display of monkey 
 anger, and will devote all their fury -provoking efforts to him, 
 much to the edification and benefit of better-tempered relations, 
 who are in that case overlooked. And the said few shillings 
 are better in your pocket than treble the amount in the 
 doctor's for sundry patches and repairs to fingers lacerated 
 and bitten. The bite of a vicious monkey is rather a serious 
 affair, although not, perhaps, really dangerous. 
 
 Sometimes it is necessary to put together two or more 
 monkeys; and, if not old or vicious, this is not a very risky 
 matter. Monkeys are of a rather social turn of mind, and 
 fond of company, and you can tell in a very short time if 
 they are likely to agree. The introductory manoeuvres ai % e 
 generally very amusing. The little strangers have a good 
 stare at each other, then commence a series of grimaces and 
 chattering, the ceremony ending by rushing into one another's 
 arms, and hugging and cuddling in a manner most comical. 
 A mutual "flea-looking" follows suit, and matters are all 
 serene. This "flea-hunting," as folk term it, is a mistaken 
 idea, healthy monkeys being remarkably free from such pests. 
 A flea unfortunate enough to settle upon a monkey would 
 have a very rough time of it; if its presence were known in 
 a large cageful, the whole colony would be on the hunt. 
 What the monkeys really do is to pick out every little speck 
 of sawdust and dirt that may have found a lodgment in 
 each other's coats ; and occasionally, from some fancy or 
 other, a hair is pulled out, handed to the mouth, and the 
 root bitten off with apparent relish hence the prevalent
 
 Timidity of Monkeys. 97 
 
 idea of monkeys picking fleas and eating them. Still, the 
 idea immensely amuses most folk, and they may as well remain 
 deceived. 
 
 Monkeys have a horror of snakes and other reptiles; a 
 common ringed snake carried round a monkey-house will 
 awaken the terror of every inhabitant, and a general stampede 
 aloft, with terrified looks and shrieks, is the result. I have 
 put a snake of this species into a paper bundle, and placed it 
 inside a Baboons' cage. Monkey curiosity has immediately 
 made a hasty appropriation, and the animals settle down for 
 a discovery of the contents. The unfolding of the terrible 
 creature has scattered the Baboons like a bombshell, and a 
 pell-mell rush up aloft has followed; nor would one come 
 down until the snake had been removed. 
 
 Dogs and other animals are often objects of dread. A 
 goat making a mistake and walking into a monkey -house, is 
 espied by one of the monkeys ; a peculiar " bark," or note of 
 alarm, known instinctively by all, causes a general precipitate 
 " skedaddle," without inquiring the reason, in every cage, a 
 gradual inspection being taken from a safe retreat. It is 
 well, then, to avoid anything likely to cause fright, for 
 accidents may happen that are not pleasing in results. I have 
 actually seen monkeys, in several instances, faint, and some- 
 times fall in a fit to the floor of the cage, from extreme 
 terror. 
 
 I have spoken of the monkey in the masculine gender, 
 and, certainly, I prefer the male sex, for more reasons 
 than one. A male monkey is objectionable enough at 
 times ; and female monkeys, though not so actively so, have 
 special disqualifications, and are best discarded in a general 
 collection or a private cage. Nor are they so robust, as a 
 rule. When mixed with the other sex, they give rise to 
 a lot of nonsense, and, if kept at all, it should be by 
 themselves.
 
 98 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 Monkeys can tolerate the company of other animals, the 
 smaller species making great friends with a cat or a rabbit ; 
 and I have even seen one with a favourite white rat. 
 
 BREEDING MONKEYS. 
 
 It was long thought, and the idea well promulgated, that 
 in confinement the elephant could or would never breed, but 
 several instances during the last few years have occurred 
 that have knocked this belief on the head. Just so with 
 monkeys; cases have chancetime occurred where progeny has 
 been born; and I do not see why, under proper conditions 
 and careful management, these should not be more frequent. 
 I know of one pair of Callithrix monkeys that speculated 
 in a "baby." To the best of my knowledge the Capuchin 
 has not bred in confinement, and bond fide instances of any 
 variety doing so are rare. In 1883, if my memory serves me 
 correctly, a pair of Marmosets (Hapale Jacchus) speculated 
 in a brace of youngsters, which lived but a short time. 
 An acquaintance of mine did succeed in procuring a 
 cross between a male Bonnet and a Rhesus, the progeny 
 becoming, as its keeper was wont to say, a " devil mounted." 
 Thousands saw it on Yarmouth beach, and many readers of 
 these pages will remember Jacko in the Happy Family van 
 there exhibited. Jacko last summer (1886), in his fifteenth 
 year (!), was sold to Bostock's Menagerie. Instances of " baby 
 monkeys " are not rare, but in nearly all cases the female 
 was enceinte when captured. I believe the period of gestation 
 is about seven months. 
 
 The management and training of the youngsters is a most 
 comical proceeding; the actions, emotions, and results are so 
 intensely human as to provoke unlimited interest and fun 
 amongst onlookers. The youngster is caressed, nursed, 
 scolded, and castigated in due turn, much to its own benefit
 
 Diversions at Feeding-Time. 99 
 
 no doubt, and to the satisfaction of its assiduous parents, and 
 not a little also to the tickling of the sensibilities of smiling 
 visitors. Pretend to touch the baby, and " pa " and " ma" 
 will treat you to such a scolding as you deserve ; and the 
 probability is that, could they but get at you, they would set 
 their "mark" upon you. 
 
 There is, in the public mind, an idea that monkeys, 
 mirth, drollery, mimicry, and vivacity are inseparable ; indeed, 
 the word seems to convey an acknowledged meaning of one 
 and the same things, and the monkey-van and the monkey- 
 house of both menagerie and "Zoo" are the great centres of 
 attraction to those who like anything funny ; therefore, in 
 keeping one as a pet, this impression must not be lost 
 sight of. Give Knips every opportunity of showing off his 
 special qualifications. 
 
 DIVERSIONS AT FEEDING- TIME. 
 
 At feeding-time, amongst a medley of monkeys, these special- 
 ties are at their zenith. Let me describe the scene. So soon as 
 preparations are commenced for the meal, a general stir is 
 noticeable, and, as the rounds are being served, the uproar 
 increases, especially if the keeper tantalises a bit; every con- 
 ceivable sound capable of being forced through monkey 
 throats, from a mew to a bark upwards, is to be heard. 
 A general scramble, following the sliding in of the tin, soon 
 makes a dispersion of both food and eaters, the weakest animal, 
 according to accepted custom, going to the wall, or up aloft, 
 perhaps with a potato in each fist, or a bit of bread, only to 
 fall for the benefit of the rebels below, who don't want it; 
 yet this is snapped up, a bit nipped out, and the remainder 
 discarded. Possibly little 'un has stowed away something 
 savoury in his cheek-pouches, and is pushing it, with the
 
 100 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 back of his hands, between his molars in fact, eating it 
 under cover! Bully below, "twigging this move," up he goes, 
 and, like an osprey yielding up its catch to the pilfering sea 
 eagle, little 'un disgorges his potato, as he bolts away for a 
 safer location. Meantime the rest, watching their opportunity, 
 have been picking up the scattered viands, bolting some, and 
 pouching others, vainly endeavouring to have a sup at the 
 milk spilled upon the ground. By this time his lordship is 
 becoming satisfied, and, after a few shifts and threatening 
 grimaces, quietude once more prevails. Even the august 
 presence of the keeper at times fails to awe, and give fair 
 play; but the persecuted ones soon learn to return the grin, 
 in an apologetic way, under and during the protection of 
 their champion. 
 
 CHEWING THE CUD 
 
 I use this expression for want of a better one or throwing 
 up food into the cheek-pouches, seems to amuse some of 
 the Catarrhines, who, sitting quietly up in a corner, keep 
 forcing up, seemingly, half-digested food, and after doing 
 a little more to it, finish it off for good. Possibly the 
 ravenous way in which the food is literally swallowed 
 necessitates this; but as I have not been inquisitive enough 
 to examine this display too closely, I cannot say with cer- 
 tainty. 
 
 ACQUIRED TASTES. 
 
 The perverted tastes acquired by monkeys give considerable 
 fun to those who indulge them in such. Some learn not only 
 to chew, but to eat, tobacco; this practice is far from bene- 
 ficial, and is certainly disgusting. I have seen a Bonnet 
 monkey so partial to tobacco as to snatch from a man's 
 mouth a pipe or cigar, devouring the latter, or the tobacco, 
 with evident relish. He generally came in for his master's
 
 Monkey Deaths. 101 
 
 well-chewed "quids," whence he doubtless got a liking for 
 them. Some will take beer as easily as an old toper. I once 
 saw one so helplessly drunk that he could not climb his 
 cage of course, this suited the company he was in. I went 
 to see him next day ; poor fellow ! he'd got an aching head, 
 and was resting it on both hands, up in a comer. Dis- 
 countenance these practices. 
 
 PERSONAL CLEANLINESS. 
 
 It is astonishing how clean the coat is kept; not a speck 
 of dirt is allowed to remain in their own or their neighbours' 
 fur. I have seen a vicious Rhesus, on a " big day, " smothered 
 with tobacco juice (this was in a Lancashire weaving district), 
 and the next morning he would be as clean as a new mop. 
 To help him be clean, you must be cleanly with him yourself. 
 
 MONKEY DEATHS. 
 
 The tail end of a monkey's earthly career, as with all 
 flesh, is its death. This is an exceedingly human-like affair, 
 the little sufferer often holding its head in its last illness, 
 and gasping pitifully for breath, turning its dulled eyes 
 up towards its keeper with an expression that seems to 
 say : " What have I done ? " or, " We all of us come, at 
 last, to this ! " I haven't always had the heart to see the 
 end of it all ; for, when a monkey is past cure, the sooner 
 its sufferings are ended the better. My method of giving the 
 coup de grace may savour of the barbarous, but I know of 
 no quicker or better way to finish off the poor wretch than by 
 giving it a sharp, heavy blow, with an iron bar, on the back 
 of the neck, just below its connection with the skull. But 
 a bungling or nervous hand had better not attempt a job of 
 this kind, for adding torture to its dying pangs is cruel in 
 the extreme.
 
 102 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 STUFFING A MONKEY. 
 
 All pets, sooner or later, die; and if your monkey does 
 not choose to do so with you, somebody else will have 
 to sign his certificate. Should your pet die, and his 
 jacket is in fair condition, you may choose to have 
 him stuffed. In skinning him yourself, you will find his hide 
 fairly tough, and, if not too far gone, not particularly 
 loathsome. Make an incision just below the centre of the ribs, 
 cut right down to the tail, and turn him out as you would 
 any other animal. The callosities must be sawn through 
 a keyhole saw is fairly handy for this purpose. Be care- 
 ful in skinning the head, especially about the eyes. Leave 
 as much skull-bone in as possible. Use gloves in manipu- 
 lating. Don't cut yourself a cut I received when skinning 
 a large Callithrix cost me many hours of painful " gather- 
 ing," and two or three troublesome blood sores. For dressing 
 use: 
 
 Arsenic ... ... ... ... 2oz. 
 
 Corrosive Sublimate ... ... l^oz. 
 
 Yellow Soap ... ... ... loz. 
 
 Spirits of Wine ... ... ... Jpint. 
 
 Spirits of Camphor ... ... loz. 
 
 Get a chemist to mix up this alarming embrocation for you, 
 and be cautious with it.* You will find benzoline a capital 
 
 * Mr. Montagu Browne, F.Z.S., Curator of the Town Museum, 
 Leicester, in his eminently practical work, "Practical Taxidermy" 
 (L. Upcott Gill, 170, Strand, London, W.C.), says of a recipe identical 
 with the above, except as to slight differences in quantities : " Did it 
 ever occur to the gifted author of this, that nine ounces of poison to 
 eleven ounces of other ingredients, well worked into the hands at 
 different times, as it must be when handling or re-turning skins painted
 
 Stuffing a Monkey. 103 
 
 cleanser. Don't prick your finger with the needle' Put your 
 monkey into a natural posture the attitude of mounting a 
 branch, with the head turned towards the glass, and showing 
 a side view of the body, is an easy and effective posture to 
 " strike." A bit or two of dyed moss, and a few artificial 
 leaves with a flower or two, which may be purchased at the 
 milliner's, if decently arranged, add wonderfully to the effect. 
 Virgin cork is handy stuff to work up into a stump. The 
 
 with it, would not tend to lengthen the life of the learner ? Corrosive 
 sublimate being a mercurial preparation i.e., bichloride of mercury 
 I ask any chemist amongst my readers what effect three ounces of that 
 dangerous preparation, six ounces of arsenic, yellow soap, and spirits 
 of wine, would have upon the constitution? Would it not be readily 
 absorbed through the hands into the system ? and next comes saliva- 
 tion, and then ' the last scene of all ! ' " 
 
 Of arsenical soaps in general, the same author says : " Let us dissect 
 the evidence as to the claim of arsenic to be considered as the anti- 
 septic and preservative agent par excellence. Its advocates claim for 
 it First, that it dries and preserves all flesh from decay better than 
 anything else known ; secondly, that if the skin is well painted with 
 arsenical soap, no moth or maggot will be found to touch it. This, 
 then, is all that is wanted immunity from decay, and protection from 
 insects. Now I maintain that arsenical mixtures are not only most 
 dangerous, but quite useless also for the purpose. Arsenic is simply 
 a drier of animal tissue to a certain extent ; but so are hundreds of 
 other agents not so dangerous. It is also perfectly useless as a scare- 
 crow or poison to those b$tes noirs of the taxidermist, the larvae of 
 the various clothes and fur-eating moths of the genus Tinea, or the 
 larvae of Dermestes lardarius, murinus, and other museum beetles. 
 They simply laugh arsenic to scorn ; indeed, I believe, like the Styrian 
 arsenic eaters, they fatten on it. I could give many instances. . . . 
 Used alone, arsenical paste is worse than useless for animals, causing 
 them to ' sweat ' at once in certain places, and preventing your pulling 
 them about, as you must do if modelling ; again, if used for fur, you 
 seldom or never can relax by that crucial test of a good preservative, 
 i.e., plunging in water. . I challenge contradiction to any of
 
 104 Notes on Pet Monkeys. 
 
 position of the Diana monkey (Fig. 25), and that of the 
 Bonnet monkey (Fig. 28), are effective in showing up 
 specimens. 
 
 Lastly, I would urge upon the reader not to neglect his 
 little friend : to give him all the room and exercise possible ; 
 to provide him with a plentiful supply of clean, sweet food ; 
 always to keep the domicile in a clean condition in fact, in 
 every possible way to make the little prisoner, who is entirely 
 
 my statements, and ask, Why use a dangerous and inefficient preservative 
 agent, when a harmless preservative, and that quite as good a worker 
 and drier as arsenic, will suffice ? I have invented a soap for which 
 I claim those advantages; and as to its deterrent principle re insects, 
 I am convinced that it is quite as good as the other, for is there any 
 one thing known compatible with clean-looking work that will 
 prevent the ravages of the maggots in birds' skins ? I answer, No ! if 
 we except one thing, too dangerous to handle bichloride of mercury of 
 which anon. Let me whisper a little fact, and blow the poison theory 
 to the winds : The real secret of success is to case your specimens up 
 as soon as practicable, or to keep them always in full light, not poking 
 them away in obscure corners, which the Tineidce and other pests love 
 hating light as the Father of Evil is said to hate holy water. 
 " My Preservative formula is as follows : 
 
 " Browne's (Non-poisonous) Preservative Soap. 
 
 Whiting or chalk, 2ilb. i Chloride of lime, 2oz. 
 
 Soft soap, lib. Tincture of musk, loz. 
 
 Boil together the whiting and the soap with about a pint of water ; then 
 stir in the chloride of lime (previously finely pounded) while the 
 mixture is hot (if this point is not attended to, the mixture will not 
 work smoothly) ; when nearly cool, stir in the tincture of musk. This 
 will about fill a 61b. Australian meat tin. Caution : It is not necessary 
 to hold the mouth over the mixture while hot, as chlorine is then 
 rapidly evolved. This mixture has stood the test of work and time, and 
 I therefore confidently bring it to the notice of the public as com- 
 pletely superseding the arsenical paste or soap for small mammals 
 and all birds; indeed, numbers of persons, totally unknown to me, 
 have written to me about its advantages."
 
 Stuffing a Monkey, 
 
 105 
 
 at his mercy, as happy as possible. The very moment interest 
 and novelty are lost in the pet, he should sit down and write 
 off an advertisement to The Bazaar, Exchange and Mart, or 
 get rid of the animal through some other channel as speedily 
 as possible. 
 
 THE END
 
 INDEX. 
 
 Accidental injuries to the tail 93 
 
 Administering medicine ... 89 
 Age of monkeys, difficulty of 
 
 telling 25 
 
 Ailments 88 
 
 American varieties, confusion 
 
 in identity of 46 
 
 Animals, the monkey's dread 
 of the s.udden appear- 
 ance of 97 
 
 Anthromorpha 21 
 
 Aperient medicines 91 
 
 Appliances, cage 38 
 
 Arboreal habits of monkeys ... 12 
 
 B. 
 
 Baboon, Dogface 52 
 
 Drill 51 
 
 Gentle nature of a female 52 
 
 " Joss " 52 
 
 Baboons 51 
 
 Baby monkeys 98 
 
 Bag, monkey 83 
 
 Bell, ringand 36 
 
 Belt and chain 29 
 
 Bible references to the monkey 10 
 
 Biliousness 90 
 
 Black Spider monkey 48 
 
 PAQE 
 
 Bonnet, the 59 
 
 Box, sleeping 40 
 
 Breeding 98 
 
 Broken limbs 90 
 
 Brown Capuchin 46 
 
 The, as a pet for a lady... 47 
 
 C. 
 
 38 
 
 Cage, appliances for ...... 
 
 Cheap way of setting about 
 making ......... 
 
 Crossbar for wire front of 
 
 Door in wire front of ... 
 
 Fitting wires for ...... 
 
 Framework of front of ... 
 
 How to make a ...... 
 
 Items ............ 
 
 Marmoset ......... 
 
 Stand for ............ 34 
 
 Strengthening supports 
 for keeping large mon- 
 keys in a ... ... ... 
 
 Suitable paint for ...... 
 
 Cage -fittings : 
 
 Looking-glass ......... 
 
 King and bell ......... 
 
 Eope suspenders ...... 
 
 Trapeze ............ 35 
 
 Wheel perch ......... 36 
 
 30 
 33 
 33 
 31 
 32 
 30 
 26 
 43 
 
 34 
 32 
 
 37 
 36 
 35
 
 108 
 
 Index, 
 
 PAGE 
 
 Cages 30 
 
 Model monkey 39 
 
 Model monkey, how to 
 
 construct 39 
 
 Callithrix 53 
 
 Fondness of, for particular 
 
 localities 54 
 
 Hardiness of .. 54 
 
 Callosities 18 
 
 Capturing truant monkeys ... 83 
 
 Capuchin, Brown 46 
 
 Capuchins, peculiar habit of... 46 
 
 Catarrhines m 18 
 
 Distinctive peculiarities 
 
 of 18 
 
 Divisions of the family of 21 
 Celery as a cure for rheuma- 
 tism 91 
 
 Chain, belt and 29 
 
 Characteristics of a healthy, 
 
 vigorous specimen ... 25 
 Prominent, of monkeys in 
 
 a state of liberty ... 10 
 
 Cheek-pouches 18 
 
 Throwing up of food into 
 
 the 100 
 
 "Cherry Crown," the 58 
 
 Chest diseases 89 
 
 Diseases, causes of 89 
 
 Diseases, "kill or cure" 
 
 recipe for 89 
 
 Diseases, treatment of ... 89 
 
 Chewing the cud 100 
 
 Choice of a monkey 45 
 
 Classification 17 
 
 Cleanliness, importance of ... 85 
 
 Personal 101 
 
 Climate, ill effects of English, 
 
 on Capuchins 48 
 
 Of the British Isles, in- 
 fluence of the, on 
 
 monkeys 25 
 
 Cocoa-nuts as traps for 
 
 monkeys 14 
 
 Collared Mangabey 58 
 
 Comical proceedings of parent 
 
 monkeys 98 
 
 Common Macaques 65 
 
 PAGE 
 Confidence, how to win a 
 
 monkey's 79 
 
 Costiveness 88, 90 
 
 Crop-warmers, onions as ... 73 
 Cross between the Bonnet and 
 
 the Ehesus 60, 98 
 
 Cross's, Mr., list of average 
 
 market prices 69 
 
 Cud, chewing the 100 
 
 Cynomorpha 21 
 
 D. 
 
 Darwinian theory 22 
 
 Theory, Frank Buckland 
 
 on the 22 
 
 Dead monkey a rare sight ... 12 
 
 Deaths, monkey 101 
 
 Delicate monkeys, cage for ... 43 
 Device to gain a monkey's 
 
 confidence 79 
 
 Diana, the 54 
 
 Diet 72 
 
 Foods for varying 72 
 
 For breakfast 72 
 
 Staple 72 
 
 Disease, prevention of 88 
 
 Diseases, &c. : 
 
 Biliousness 90 
 
 Broken limbs 90 
 
 Chest 89 
 
 Costiveness 90 
 
 Dumps, the 91 
 
 Excrement 91 
 
 Headache 90 
 
 Quinsy 90 
 
 Rheumatism 90 
 
 Kuptures 90 
 
 Toothache 91 
 
 Dish, feeding 38 
 
 Diversions at feeding- time ... 99 
 
 Dogface baboon 52 
 
 Draughts 80 
 
 Dress, distinctive, for keeper 79 
 
 For performing monkeys 87 
 Dressing a monkey for 
 
 .. 102
 
 Index. 
 
 109 
 
 PAGE 
 
 Dressing a monkey for stuffing, 
 
 recipe of mixture for 102 
 
 Drill Baboon 51 
 
 Drinking-water 85 
 
 Dumps, the 91 
 
 E. 
 
 Ears, the 24 
 
 Eating their own tails, monkeys 92 
 Egyptians, ancient, and the 
 
 monkey 10 
 
 Emotional expression by the 
 
 - voice 24 
 
 Emotions, facial expression 
 
 of the 24 
 
 Encouragements to the keep- 
 ing of monkeys as pets 10 
 Evolution and development 
 theories, Frank Buck- 
 land on 23 
 
 Excrement 91 
 
 Export, catching monkeys for 13 
 Eyes, the 23 
 
 F. 
 
 Facial expression of the emo- 
 tions 24 
 
 Ornaments 24 
 
 Feeding 71 
 
 Antics during 72 
 
 Importance of good and 
 
 careful 71 
 
 Feeding-dish 38 
 
 Feeding-time, diversions at ... 99 
 
 Feeding- times 74 
 
 Female monkeys, objection- 
 able habits of 97 
 
 Firmness necessary to good 
 
 management 78 
 
 Fittings, cage 35 
 
 " Flea-hunting," so-called ... 96 
 Food, dainties occasionally 
 
 given as 73 
 
 For man, monkeys as ... 12 
 
 PAGE 
 
 Food, purchase of 74 
 
 Food-receptacle of monkeys, 
 
 natural 18 
 
 Friars' balsam, useful nature 
 
 of 89 
 
 Fruits as food for monkeys ... 72 
 
 G. 
 
 General management 78 
 
 Gestation, period of 98 
 
 Gibbons, the 67 
 
 Gibraltar Rock, monkeys at 12 
 Glass in monkey-houses, super- 
 abundance of, a fatal 
 
 mistake 80 
 
 Looking 37 
 
 Gluttonous nature of monkeys 71 
 
 Grivet, the 54 
 
 H. 
 
 Habits and economy of mon- 
 key tribes, absence of 
 information as to 
 
 Hackneyed tales about mon- 
 
 11 
 
 Handling sick monkeys 
 
 Hardiness 
 
 Superior, of male monkeys 
 
 Headache 
 
 Head, and brain, the 
 
 Head-gear, distinctive, for 
 
 keeper 79 
 
 Heads of apes and men, com- 
 parison of 23 
 
 Heating by means of stove or 
 
 lamp 83 
 
 Hoe, scraping 38 
 
 Howlers, the 48 
 
 Dreadful noise made by . . . 49 
 
 I. 
 
 Importers of monkeys ... 
 
 68
 
 110 
 
 Index. 
 
 PAGE 
 
 Indisposition, symptoms of ... 88 
 Individual differences of 
 
 temperament 25 
 
 Injuries to the tail, accidental 93 
 
 Introduction . 9 
 
 J. 
 
 Jew monkeys 65 
 
 " Joss " Baboon 52 
 
 K. 
 
 Keeper, distinctive dress for... 79 
 Distinctive head-gear for 79 
 
 Killing a monkey 101 
 
 Kindness the best policy ... 78 
 
 L. 
 
 Laughing monkeys 24 
 
 Lemurs 67 
 
 Cage suitable for 43 
 
 Light for monkey -house ... 79 
 
 Limbs 24 
 
 Broken 90 
 
 Litter 82, 83 
 
 Looking-glass 37 
 
 Dangers connected with 
 
 flimsily made 38 
 
 How to make 37 
 
 Loris, the 67 
 
 Loss of feeling in the tail in 
 
 old age 93 
 
 M. 
 
 Macaque, Pig-tailed 64 
 
 Macaques, Common 65 
 
 Male Baboons, tyrannical 
 
 nature of 53 
 
 Monkeys to be preferred 
 
 as pets 97 
 
 PAGE 
 
 Management and training of 
 young monkeys by their 
 
 own kind 98 
 
 General 78 
 
 Mangabey, Collared 58 
 
 Sooty 57 
 
 Marketable value of monkeys 69 
 
 Marmoset 49 
 
 Marmoset-cage 43 
 
 Fittings for 43 
 
 Fitting wires for 43 
 
 How to make a 43 
 
 Marmosets, food for 50 
 
 Insect food necessary for 73 
 
 Medicine, administering ... 89 
 
 Memory of monkeys 24 
 
 Middle Ages, the monkey 
 
 during the 10 
 
 Mischievous and tyrannical 
 nature of monkeys at 
 
 feeding-time 72 
 
 Model monkey cages 39 
 
 Monkey cages, heating ... 40 
 Monkey cages, sliding 
 
 partitions in 39 
 
 Mona, the 56 
 
 Dainty appetite of the ... 56 
 
 Monkey-bag 83 
 
 How to make a 83 
 
 Uses of 83 
 
 Monkey-deaths 101 
 
 Monkey-house, natural con- 
 ditions necessary for... 80 
 Monkey, origin of the word... 22 
 
 Monkey-pole 27 
 
 How to construct 29 
 
 Monkey-trapping, yarns about 13 
 
 Moustached monkey, the ... 67 
 
 N. 
 
 Names, pet 79 
 
 Naming a monkey 79 
 
 Native jam, monkeys drugged 
 
 by 14 
 
 Traps for monkeys ... 13 
 
 New World monkeys 18
 
 Index. 
 
 Ill 
 
 PAGE 
 
 Non-prehensile tails 18 
 
 Nostrils 23 
 
 Abnormal development of, 
 in Proboscis monkey ... 23 
 
 Angular form of, cha- 
 racteristic of Old World 
 monkeys 18 
 
 Wide apart and separate, 
 characteristic of Ame- 
 rican monkeys 18 
 
 0. 
 
 Old age, change of disposition 
 
 in 25 
 
 Age, development of ca- 
 nine teeth in 95 
 
 Age, savage temper in ... 95 
 
 Old World monkeys 19 
 
 Omnivorous nature of the 
 
 monkey 71 
 
 Onions as a cleansing food ... 73 
 
 As crop-warmers 73 
 
 Aversion of American 
 
 monkeys to 73 
 
 Origin of the word " monkey " 22 
 
 P. 
 
 Perch, wheel 36 
 
 Performing monkeys 86 
 
 Monkeys, dress for 87 
 
 Monkeys, varieties unsuit- 
 able for 86 
 
 Perverted tastes 100 
 
 Pet names 79 
 
 The monkey as a 9 
 
 Physical structure of monkeys 23 
 
 Pig-tailed Macaque 64 
 
 As a nurse 64 
 
 Place to keep a monkey, the 
 
 right 26 
 
 Platyrrhines 18, 45 
 
 Distinctive peculiarities 
 
 of 18 
 
 Divisions of the family of 21 
 
 PAGE 
 
 Platyrrhines, freedom of, from 
 the habit of eating their 
 
 owntails 92 
 
 Where brought from ... 46 
 Poisons in dressing mixture, 
 cautions respecting use 
 
 of 102 
 
 Pole, monkey 27 
 
 Monkey, how to construct 29 
 Precautions to ensure an equal 
 
 distribution of food ... 72 
 
 Prehensile tails 18 
 
 Prices of monkeys 69 
 
 Purchase of food 74 
 
 Purchasing a monkey 68 
 
 Biscuits 77 
 
 Bread 74 
 
 Fruit 74 
 
 Monkeys from private 
 
 sellers 68 
 
 Nuts 77 
 
 Eice 74 
 
 Vegetables 74 
 
 Putty nose, the 67 
 
 Q. 
 
 Quadrumana, divisions of the 
 
 family 17 
 
 Quinsy 90 
 
 E. 
 
 Eemedies, simple 89 
 
 Ehesus, the 62 
 
 The, as a nurse 63 
 
 Eheumatism 90 
 
 Eing and bell 36 
 
 Eope suspenders 35 
 
 Euptures 90 
 
 Causes of 90 
 
 S. 
 
 Sajou, White-throated 48
 
 112 
 
 Index. 
 
 PAGE 
 
 Schoolboy's definition of the 
 
 word " monkey " 22 
 
 Scraping-hoe 38 
 
 Serpents as monkey-eaters ... 12 
 
 Setting up a staffed monkey 103 
 Sex, male, to be preferred as 
 
 pets 97 
 
 Shifting monkeys, appliance 
 
 for 84 
 
 Sick monkeys, handling ... 91 
 
 Simiae, the family of 17 
 
 Skinning a monkey 102 
 
 Sleeping-box 40 
 
 Snakes, the monkey's horror 
 
 of 12,97 
 
 Social nature of monkeys ... 96 
 
 Solomon, King, and the ape... 10 
 
 Sooty Mangabey 57 
 
 Peculiarity of the 58 
 
 Spider monkeys 48 
 
 Stuffing a monkey 102 
 
 Surgical operation on a 
 monkey's tail, account 
 
 of a 94 
 
 Swing trapeze 35 
 
 Symptoms of indisposition ... 88 
 
 T. 
 
 Tail, accidental injuries to the 93 
 Account of a surgical 
 
 operation on a monkey's 94 
 Tails, monkeys eating their 
 
 own 92 
 
 Non -prehensile 18 
 
 Prehensile 18 
 
 Tastes, acquired ... 100 
 
 Teeth 23 
 
 Canine, development of, 
 
 in old age 95 
 
 Temperament, individual dif- 
 ferences of .. 25 
 
 PAGE 
 
 Temper, savage, in old age .. 95 
 Thermometer for model mon 
 
 key cages 40 
 
 Timidity of monkeys 97 
 
 Tin for food, suitable 72 
 
 Tobacco, partiality of monkeys 
 
 for 100 
 
 Toothache 91 
 
 Toque, the 61 
 
 Tormenting monkeys 85 
 
 Trapeze 35 
 
 Travellers and the monkey in 
 
 a wild state 11 
 
 Tricks, teaching 86 
 
 U. 
 
 Unpopularity of monkeys, 
 
 reasons for ... 9 
 
 V. 
 
 Vegetarian monkeys 
 Voice 
 
 71 
 24 
 
 W. 
 
 Wallace on monkey-flesh ... 13 
 
 Wander-oo, the .. 67 
 
 Warmth for monkey-house ... 79 
 
 Water, drinking 85 
 
 Wheel perch 36 
 
 White Eyelid Monkey ... 57, 58 
 
 White-throated Sajou 48 
 
 Y. 
 Yarns about trapping monkeys 13
 
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 Diseases of Horses, 16 
 Exhibition Account Books, 13 
 Fancy Mice, 17 
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 in England. Illustrated. By W. T. GREENE, M.D., M.A., F.Z.S., 
 F.S.S., &c., Author of "Parrots in Captivity," &c. In cloth gilt, 
 price 3.9. 6d. "Is worthy of a hearty welcome from all breeders and 
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 GAME AND GAME SHOOTING, NOTES ON. Mis- 
 
 cellaneous Observations on Birds and Animals, and on the Sport 
 they afford for the Gun in Great Britain, including Grouse, Partridges, 
 Pheasants, Hares, Rabbits, Quails, Woodcocks, Snipe, and Rooks. 
 By J. J MANLEY, M.A., Author of " Notes on Fish and Fishing. ;; 
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 GAME PRESERVING, PRACTICAL. Containing the 
 fullest Directions for Rearing and Preserving both Winged and 
 Ground Game, and Destroying Vermin ; with other Information of 
 Value to the Game Preserver. Illustrated. By WILLIAM CARNEGIE. 
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 variety of useful information as to game and game preserving. . . . 
 We are glad to repeat that the volume contains much useful informa- 
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 pheasant rearing are sound, and nearly exhaustive." The Times. 
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 the point, and amusing withal." The World. 
 
 GARDENING, DICTIONARY OF. A Practical Encyclo- 
 paedia of Horticulture, for Amateurs and Professionals. Illustrated 
 with upwards of 2000 Engravings. Edited by G. NICHOLSON, 
 Curator of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew ; assisted by Prof. 
 Trail, M.D., Rev. P. W. Myles, M.A., B. W. Hemsley, A.L.S., 
 W. Watson, J. Garrett, and other Specialists. Vol. I., A to E, 
 552pp., 743 Illustrations; Vol. II., F to O, 544pp., 811 Illus- 
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 World. 
 
 GARDEN PESTS AND THEIR ERADICATION. 
 
 Containing Practical Instructions for the Amateur to overcome the 
 Enemies of the Garden. With numerous Illustrations. In paper, 
 price is. " It is just the sort of book one would refer to in emer- 
 gency." The Florist and Pomologist. 
 
 GOAT, BOOK OF THE. Containing Full Particulars of the 
 various Breeds of Goats, and their Profitable Management. With 
 many Plates. By H. STEPHEN HOLMES PEGLER. Third Edition, 
 Revised, Enlarged, and with additional Illustrations and Coloured 
 Frontispiece. In cloth gilt, price 4$ 6d. " The best book we know 
 on the subject." Chambers' s Journal." 
 
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 In paper, price is. "We can conceive of no better book for anyone 
 commencing to keep these valuable animals." Fanciers' Gazette. 
 
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 for Building them, particulars of the various methods of Heating, Illus- 
 trated Descriptions of the most suitable Plants, with general and 
 special Cultural Directions, and all necessary information for the 
 Guidance of the Amateur. Second Edition, Revised and Enlarged. 
 Magnificently Illustrated. By W. J. MAY. In cloth gilt, price $s. 
 "Ought to be in the hands of everybody." The Queen. 
 
 GREYHOUND, THE. A Monograph on the History, Points, 
 Breeding, Rearing, Training, and Running of the Greyhound. With 
 Coloured Frontispiece. In cloth gilt, price is. 6d. "As a rule, no 
 authors are more egotistic than those who write on subjects connected 
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 coursers would do well to learn it by heart The chapter on 
 
 Breeding is one of the most interesting in the book." Saturday 
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 GUINEA PIG, THE, for Food, Fur, and Fancy. Illustrated 
 with Coloured Frontispiece and Engravings. An exhaustive book 
 on the Varieties of the Guinea Pig, or Cavy, and their Management 
 .for Pleasure or Profit. By C. CUMBERLAND, F.Z.S. In cloth gilt, 
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 Authors, Poets, Musicians, Actors, and other persons. Second 
 Edition, Revised and Enlarged. By R. BAUGHAN. In <cloth gill, 
 price is. 6d. "An amusing little book." Public Opinion. 
 
 HARDY PERENNIALS and Old-fashioned Garden Flowers. 
 Descriptions, alphabetically arranged, of the most desirable 
 Plants for Borders, Rockeries, and Shrubberies, including 
 Foliage as well as Flowering Plants. Profusely Illustrated. 
 By J. WOOD. Jn cloth, price 5^. " Seems particularly useful." 
 Athenaum, 
 
 HONITON LACE BOOK. Containing Full and Practical 
 Instructions for Making Honiton Lace. With numerous Illustrations. 
 In cloth gilt, price 3^. 6d. " We have seldom seen a book of this 
 class better got up." BeWs Weekly Messenger. 
 
 HORSE IN SICKNESS, THE, and How to Treat Him. 
 Being the result of twenty-five years' experience amongst Cab and 
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 HORSE-KEEPING FOR AMATEURS. A Practical 
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 Price \s. 
 
 HORSES, DISEASES OF : Their Pathology, Diagnosis, and 
 Treatment ; to which is added a complete Dictionary of Equine 
 Materia Medica. For the use of Amateurs. By HUGH DALZIEL. 
 In paper, price is. "Should be in the hands of every horse 
 owner." Sporting Chronicle. 
 
 INDIAN OUTFITS AND ESTABLISHMENTS. A 
 
 Practical Guide for Persons about to Reside in India ; detailing the 
 Articles which should be taken out, and the Requirements of Home 
 Life and Management there. By an ANGLO-INDIAN. In cloth, price 
 T.S. 6d. "Is thoroughly healthy in tone, and practical." Saturday 
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 JOURNALISM, PRACTICAL : How to Enter Thereon and 
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 who think of " writing for the Press." By JOHN D AWSON. In cloth 
 gilt, price 2s. 6d. "A very practical and sensible little book." 
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 KENNEL DIARY. A Register for Owners, Breeders, and 
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 Studs in a convenient and comprehensive manner. It contains, in 
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 Diary ; 9, Receipts ; 10, Expenditure ; II, General Balance Sheet. 
 In cloth, with Pockets for Certificates, y. 6d. " The editor has left 
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 LEGAL PROFESSION, A GUIDE TO THE. A Prac- 
 tical Treatise on the various Methods of Entering either Branch of 
 the Legal Profession ; also a Course of Study for each of the 
 Examinations, and selected Papers of Questions ; forming a Com- 
 plete Guide to every Department of Legal Preparation. By J. H. 
 SLATER, Barrister-at-Law, of the Middle Temple. Price js. 6d. 
 "Anyone who, before entering on either branch of the profession, 
 desires information to determine which branch it shall be, will find a 
 great deal here that will assist him." The Law Student 's Journal. 
 
 LIBRARY MANUAL, THE. A Guide to the Formation 
 of a Library and the Valuation of Rare and Standard Books. 
 By J. H. SLATER, Barrister-at-Law, Author of "A Guide to the 
 Legal Profession." Second Edition. In cloth, \\-2.pp., price T.S. 6d. 
 " A most excellent and useful handbook." Public Opinion. 
 
 LILY OF THE VALLEY: All About It, and How to Grow 
 It ; Forced Indoors and Out of Doors, in Various Ways. By 
 WILLIAM ROBERTS. In paper covers, price 6d. "Lovers of these 
 beautiful flowers will welcome this edition." Paper and Printing 
 Trades' Journal. 
 
 MARKET GARDENING, PROFITABLE. Adapted for 
 the use of all Growers and Gardeners. By WILLIAM EARLEY, 
 Author of " High-class Kitchen Gardening," &c. In cloth, price 2s. 
 " Labour greatly assisted by a perusal of this work." North British 
 Agriculturist. 
 
 MICE, FANCY: Their Varieties, Management, and Breeding. 
 Re-issue, with Criticisms and Notes by DR. CARTER BLAKE. 
 Illustrated. In paper, price 6d. " Goes thoroughly into the subject." 
 Cambridge Chronicle. 
 
 MIRROR PAINTING IN THE ITALIAN STYLE. 
 
 A Practical Manual of Instruction for Amateurs. This highly 
 decorative art has become very popular, but the execution is not 
 always worthy of the design, in consequence of want of knowledge 
 on the part of the artist ; this book will supply the deficiency. 
 By Mrs. SHARP-AYRES. Price \s. 
 
 MODEL YACHTS AND BOATS: Their Designing, Making, 
 and Sailing. Illustrated with 118 Designs and Working Diagrams. 
 A splendid book for boys and others interested in making and rigging 
 
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 can safely commend the volume." The Graphic. 
 
 MONKEYS, NOTES ON PET, and How to Manage Them. 
 Profusely Illustrated. By ARTHUR PATTERSON. Cloth gilt, price 
 2s. bd. 
 
 MUSHROOM CULTURE FOR AMATEURS. With 
 
 Full Directions for Successful Growth in Houses, Sheds, Cellars, 
 and Pots, on Shelves, and Out of Doors. Illustrated. By W. J. 
 MAY, Author of "Vine Culture for Amateurs," "Vegetable Culture 
 for Amateurs," " Cucumber Culture for Amateurs." In paper, 
 -brice is. " This excellent little book gives every direction necessary." 
 Daily Bristol Times and Mirror. 
 
 NATURAL HISTORY SKETCHES among the Car- 
 nivora Wild and Domesticated ; with Observations on their 
 Habits and Mental Faculties. By ARTHUR NICOLS, F.G.S., 
 F.R.G.S., Author of "Zoological Notes," "The Puzzle of Life." 
 Illustrated by J. T. NETTLESHIP, C. E. BRITTAN, and T. W. WOOD. 
 In cloth gilt, price 5^. "This little volume is full of interest." 
 Nature. 
 
 NEEDLEWORK, DICTIONARY OF. An Encyclopaedia 
 
 of Artistic, Plain, and Fancy Needlework ; Plain, practical, 
 complete, and magnificently Illustrated. By S. F. A. CAULFEILD 
 and B. C. SAWARD. Accepted by H.M. the Queen, H.R.H. the 
 Princess of Wales, H.R.H. the Duchess of Edinburgh, H.R.H. the 
 Duchess of Connaught, and H.R.H. the Duchess of Albany. Dedi- 
 cated by special permission to H.R.H. Princess Louise, Marchioness 
 of Lome. In demy 4/0, * > -2&pp., 829 Illustrations, extra cloth gilt, 
 plain edges, cushioned bevelled boards, price us.; with COLOURED 
 PLA TES, elegant satin brocade cloth binding, and coloured edges, 
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 After being submitted to the severe test of feminine criticism, the 
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 one of the handsomest of its kind, is illustrated in the best sense of 
 the term. . . . It is useful and concise in fact, it is exactly what 
 it professes to be. ... This book has endured the severest test 
 at our command with rare success." The Athenceum. 
 
 ORCHIDS FOR AMATEURS. Containing Descriptions of 
 Orchids suited to the requirements of the Amateur, with full In- 
 structions for their successful Cultivation. With numerous beautiful 
 Illustrations. By JAMES BRITTEN, F.L.S., and W. H. GOWER. In 
 cloth gilt, price js. 6d. " The joint work of a competent botanist 
 
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 .... and a successful cultivator with the experience of a quarter 
 of a century." Gardener's Chronicle. 
 
 PAINTING, DECORATIVE. A Practical Handbook on 
 Painting and Etching upon Textiles, Pottery, Porcelain, Paper, 
 Vellum, Leather, Glass, Wood, Stone, Metals, and Plaster, for the 
 Decoration of our Homes. By B. C. SAWARD. In the new "Renais- 
 sance" binding, price "js. 6d. " Spared no pains to give useful infor- 
 mation as to the various processes of decorative painting." Academy. 
 
 PAINTING ON CHINA, ALL ABOUT. With Twelve 
 Descriptive Lessons. The object of this little book is to teach, by 
 easy, Progressive Lessons, all that a beginner requires to know about 
 China Painting. By Mrs. CONYERS MORRELL. Second Edition. 
 In paper, price gd. 
 
 PATIENCE, GAMES OF, for one or more Players. Illus- 
 trated. By Miss WHITMORE JONES. Price is. 
 
 PERSPECTIVE, THE ESSENTIALS OF. With nume- 
 rous Illustrations drawn by the Author. By L. W. MILLER, 
 Principal of the School of Industrial Art of the Pennsylvania 
 Museum, Philadelphia. This book is such a manual as has long 
 been desired for the guidance of art students and for self-instruction. 
 It contains as much information about the science of Perspective 
 as the artist or draughtsman ever has occasion to make use of, 
 except under the most unusual conditions. The point of view 
 throughout is that of the artist rather than the merely scientific 
 theory of the art. The instructions are clearly set forth, free from 
 all unessential or merely theoretical discussion, and the principles 
 are vividly enforced by a large number of attractive drawings by 
 the author, which illustrate every phase of his teachings. Price 
 6s. 6d. 
 
 PHEASANT-KEEPING FOR AMATEURS. A Practi- 
 
 cal Handbook on the Breeding, Rearing, and General Management 
 of Fancy Pheasants in Confinement. By GEO. HORNE. Illustrated 
 with Diagrams of the necessary Pens, Aviaries, &c., and a Coloured 
 Frontispiece, and many full-page Engravings of the chief Varieties 
 of Pheasants, drawn from life by A. F. LYDON. Price 3^. >d. 
 
 PHOTOGRAPHY, PRACTICAL : Being the Science and 
 Art of Photography, both Wet Collodion and the various Dry Plate 
 Processes. Developed for Amateurs and Beginners. Illustrated. By 
 O. E. WHEELER. In cloth gilt, price ^s. " Alike valuable to the 
 beginner and the practised photographer." Photographic News. 
 
 PIANOFORTES, TUNING AND REPAIRING. The 
 
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 PICTURE FRAME MAKING FOR AMATEURS. 
 
 Being Practical Instructions in the Making of various kinds of 
 Frames for Paintings, Drawings, Photographs, and Engravings. 
 Illustrated. By the Author of " Carpentry and Joinery," &c. Cheap 
 Edition, in paper, price is. " The book is thoroughly exhaustive." 
 The Building World. 
 
 PIG, BOOK OF THE. Containing the Selection, Breeding, 
 Feeding, and Management of the Pig ; the Treatment of its 
 Diseases ; the Curing and Preserving of Hams, Bacon, and other 
 Pork Foods ; and other information appertaining to Pork Farming. 
 By Professor JAMES LONG. Fully Illustrated with Portraits of Prize 
 Pigs, by HARRISON WEIR and other Artists, Plans of Model 
 Piggeries, &c. In cloth gilt, price i$s. "This is assuredly a 
 publication to be proud of. It goes a good deal further than any 
 book on the subject which has been issued before, and, without 
 being infallible, is well informed, well illustrated, and well written." 
 The Field. 
 
 PIG-KEEPING FOR AMATEURS. A Practical Guide 
 to the Profitable Management of Pigs. By G. GILBERT (" Gurth "). 
 In paper, price is. " Not merely a good deal of useful and practical 
 information, but many bits of homely folk-lore." Spectator. 
 
 PIGEONS, FANCY. Containing Full Directions for the 
 Breeding and Management of Fancy Pigeons, and Descriptions of 
 every known Variety, together with all other information of interest 
 or use to Pigeon Fanciers. Third Edition, bringing the subject 
 down to the present time. 18 COLOURED PLATES, and 22 
 other full-page Illustrations. By J. C. LYELL. In cloth gilt, price 
 lew. 6d. " No fancier, in our judgment, should be without a copy of 
 the work." The Stock-keeper. 
 
 PLAYS FOR CHILDREN, SIX. Written specially for 
 Representation by Children, and Designed to Interest both Actors 
 and Audience. With Instructions for Impromptu Scenery, Costumes, 
 and Effects, and the Airs of the Various Songs. By CHAS. HARRISON, 
 Author of "Amateur Theatricals and Tableaux Vivants." Price is. 
 " We can heartily commend these six plays." Ladies' Journal. 
 
 POTTERY AND PORCELAIN, ENGLISH. A Manual 
 for Collectors : Being a Concise Account of the Development of the 
 Potter's Art in England. Profusely Illustrated with Marks, Mono- 
 grams, and Engravings of Characteristic Specimens. New Edition. 
 In cloth gilt, price y. 6d. "The collector will find the work 
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 POULTRY AILMENTS AND THEIR TREAT- 
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 By D. J. THOMPSON GRAY. In paper boards, price is. "We 
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 and Enlarged. By Professor JAMES LONG. In cloth gilt, price y. 6d. 
 " Should be in the hands of all breeders of poultry." The Stock- 
 
 PRINTING FOR AMATEURS. A Practical Guide to the 
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 together with Details of the Processes Employed ; to which is added 
 a Glossary of Technical Terms. Illustrated. By P. E. RAYNOR. 
 In paper, price \s. " Concise and comprehensive." The Figaro. 
 
 PRUNING, GRAFTING, AND BUDDING FRUIT 
 
 TREES. Illustrated with 93 Diagrams. A book which can be 
 followed with advantage by amateur fruit growers. By D. T. FISH. 
 In paper, price is. " One of the few gardening books that will 
 suit everybody." Gardener's Magazine. 
 
 RABBITS FOR PRIZES AND PROFIT. Containing 
 Full Directions for the Proper Management of Fancy Rabbits in 
 Health and Disease for Pets or the Market, and Descriptions of 
 every known Variety, with Instructions for Breeding good specimens 
 Illustrated. By the late CHARLES RAYSON. Revised by the Editor 
 of "The Book of the Rabbit." In cloth gilt, price 2s. 6d. "We 
 have often had occasion to recommend this work." The Field. 
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 GENERAL MANAGEMENT OF RABBITS. Including Hutches, Breed- 
 ing, Feeding, Diseases and their Treatment, Rabbit Coverts, &c. 
 Fully illustrated. (Forming Part I. of " Rabbits for Prizes and 
 Profit.") In paper, price is. 
 
 EXHIBITION RABBITS : Being Descriptions of all Varieties of 
 Fancy Rabbits, their Points of Excellence, and how to obtain them. 
 Illustrated. (Forming Part II. of "Rabbits for Prizes and Profit.") 
 In paper, price is. 
 
 REPOUSSE WORK FOR AMATEURS : Being the Art 
 of Ornamenting Thin Metal with Raised Figures. By L. L. HASLOPE. 
 Illustrated. In cloth gilt, price 2s. 6d. " It is thoroughly practical, 
 is well illustrated, and contains the information that beginners 
 require." Saturday Review. 
 
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 ROSE BUDDING. Containing Full Instructions for the Suc- 
 cessful Performance of this interesting Operation. Illustrated. 
 Amateurs will find the information here given of great assistance. 
 By D. T. FlSH. In paper, price 6d. "Full, practical .... and 
 contains many valuable hints." Garden. 
 
 ROSES FOR AMATEURS. A Practical Guide to the 
 Selection and Cultivation of the best Roses, both for Exhibition or 
 mere Pleasure, by that large section of the Gardening World, the 
 Amateur Lover of Roses. Illustrated. By the REV. J. HONYWOOD 
 D'OMBRAIN, Hon. Sec. of the National Rose Society. Price is. 
 
 SEASIDE WATERING PLACES. A Description of 179 
 Holiday Resorts on the Coasts of England and Wales, the Channel 
 Islands, and the Isle of Man, including the gayest and most quiet 
 places, giving full particulars of them and their attractions, and 
 all other information likely to assist persons in selecting places in 
 which to spend their Holidays according to their individual tastes ; 
 with BUSINESS DIRECTORY OF TRADESMEN, arranged in 
 order of the town. Fifth Edition, with Maps and Illustrations. In 
 cloth, price 2s. 6d. " The information it gives is of a decidedly 
 practical and reliable nature." The Spectator. 
 
 SHEET METAL, WORKING IN: Being Practical In- 
 structions for Making and Mending Small Articles in Tin, Copper, 
 Iron, Zinc, and Brass. Illustrated. Third Edition. By the Author 
 of " Turning for Amateurs," &c. In paper, price 6d. " Every 
 possible information is given." The Reliquary. 
 
 SHORTHAND, ON GURNEY'S SYSTEM (IM- 
 PROVED), LESSONS IN : Being Instruction in the Art of Short- 
 hand Writing as used in the Service of the two Houses of Parliament. 
 By R. E. MILLER, of Dublin University ; formerly Parlia- 
 mentary Reporter ; Fellow of the Shorthand Society. In paper, 
 price is. "A very entertaining and able little book." Literary 
 World. 
 
 SHORTHAND SYSTEMS; WHICH IS THE BEST? 
 
 Being a Discussion, by various English Authors and Experts, on the 
 Merits and Demerits of Taylor's, Gurney's, Pitman's, Everett's, Janes', 
 PocknelPs, Peachey's, Guest's, Williams', OdelPs, and Redfern's 
 Systems, with Illustrative Examples. Edited by THOMAS ANDERSON, 
 Author of " History of Shorthand," &c. This is a book which ought 
 to be carefully read by every person who is about to take up the 
 study of shorthand. In paper, price is. " Is certain to be very 
 much appreciated." The Derby Mercury. 
 
 SICK NURSING AT HOME: Being Plain Directions and 
 Hints for the Proper Nursing of Sick Persons, and the Home 
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 gencies. By S. F. A. CAULFEILD. In paper, price is. ; in cloth, 
 price is. 6d. " A copy ought to be in every nursery." Society. 
 
 SITTING HEN RECORD, THE. Forming a Convenient 
 Record of all Eggs Set, and supplying, in a handy and concise form, 
 Labels which can be readily attached to or above the Nest-boxes, 
 showing at a glance the Number of Eggs under the Hen, the Variety, 
 and when they should be brought off. Price 50 Forms, 6d. ; 100 
 Forms, is. "Every breeder should provide himself with this useful 
 little record." Poultry. 
 
 SKATING CARDS : A Series of Cards, of convenient size 
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 for Learning the whole Art of Figure Skating. One of the cards, 
 containing the figure to be learnt, is held in the hand whilst skating, 
 so that the directions are read and acted on simultaneously. Tinted 
 cards, gilt edges, round corners, inclosed in strong leather pocket book, 
 price 3J. 6d. ; or in extra calf, satin lined (for presentation), price 
 5.5-. 6d. " An ingenious method . . . and the instructions are brief 
 and clear." The Queen. 
 
 SLEIGHT OF HAND. A Practical Manual of Legerdemain 
 for Amateurs and Others. New Edition, Revised and Enlarged. 
 Profusely Illustrated. By EDWIN SACHS. In cloth gilt, price 6s. 6d. 
 ' No one interested in conjuring should be without this work." 
 Saturday Review. 
 
 SPEAKING PARROTS, THE. A Scientific Manual on the 
 Art of Keeping and Breeding the principal Talking Parrots in 
 Confinement. By Dr. KARL Russ, Author of " The Foreign 
 Aviary Birds," " Manual for Bird Fanciers," &c. Illustrated with 
 COLOURED PLATES. In cloth gilt, price 6s. 6d. "Here is all 
 that can be desired ; the directions how to feed and how to keep 
 foreign birds in health are given by the greatest authority living." 
 Public Opinion. 
 
 TAXIDERMY, PRACTICAL. A Manual of Instruction to 
 
 the Amateur in Collecting, Preserving, and Setting-up Natural His- 
 tory Specimens of all kinds. Fully Illustrated with Engravings of 
 Tools, Examples, and Working Diagrams. By MONTAGU BROWNE, 
 F.Z.S., Curator of Leicester Museum. New and Enlarged Edition. 
 In cloth gilt, price 75. 6d. " Throughout the volume is essentially 
 practical." Daily Telegraph. 
 
 THEATRICALS AND TABLEAUX VIVANTS FOR 
 
 AMATEURS. Giving Full Directions as to Stage Arrangements, 
 " Making-up," Costumes, and Acting. With Numerous Illustrations. 
 By CHAS. HARRISON. In cloth gilt, price 2s. 6d. " Will be found 
 invaluable." Court Journal. 
 
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 TOUR IN THE STATES AND CANADA. Out and 
 
 Home in Six Weeks. By THOMAS GREENWOOD. Illustrated. In 
 cloth gilt, price 2s. 6d. "We can confidently recommend this 
 book." The Literary World. 
 
 TOURIST'S ROUTE MAP of England and Wales, 
 The. Second Edition, thoroughly Revised. Shows clearly all 
 the Main, and most of the Cross, Roads, and the Distances between 
 the Chief Towns, as well as the Mileage from London. In addition 
 to this, Routes of Thirty of the most Interesting Tours are printed in 
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 in a strong cloth case ; it is thus in a convenient form for the pocket, 
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 handiest, and cheapest tourist's map in the market. In cloth* 
 price \s. id. " Reliable and accurate ; ... an admirable companion 
 to tourists and cyclists." The Tourist and Traveller. 
 
 TOYMAKING FOR AMATEURS. Containing Instruc- 
 tions for the Home Construction of Simple Wooden Toys, and of 
 others that are Moved or Driven by Weights, Clockwork, Steam, 
 Electricity, &c. Illustrated. By JAMES LUKIN, B.A., Author of 
 " Turning for Amateurs," &c. In cloth gilt, price &,s. " A capital 
 book for boys." Dispatch. 
 
 TRAPPING, PRACTICAL: Being some Papers on Traps 
 and Trapping for Vermin, with a Chapter on General Bird Trap- 
 ping and Snaring. By W. CARNEGIE. In paper, price \s. " Cleverly 
 written and illustrated." Sportsman. 
 
 TURNING FOR AMATEURS : Being Descriptions of the 
 Lathe and its Attachments and Tools, with Minute Instructions 
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 BORWICK'S 
 
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 why has it gained 
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 most tempt- 
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 ~r 
 
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 FOR THE GROWTH, &SrORAT/0/V 
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 Why many Persons Permanently Submit 
 
 to the 
 
 " For every defect of Nature 
 
 Art offers a remedy." 
 
 GREY HAIR 
 
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 Latreille & Co., Kennlngton, London (Established S5 years at Walworth), or may be had 
 
 of Chemists ; 
 
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 SPECIMEN TESTIMONIALS 
 
 20, Royal George-street, Stockport, 
 
 February 26, 1880. 
 
 DEAR SIB, My hair went white through trouble 
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 (Mrs.) MARIA WOBTHINGTON. 
 
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 SIR, I find your Hyperion Hair Restorer is a 
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 Thirsk, Yorks, January 26, 1876. 
 DEAB SIB, I use your Hyperion Hair Restorer, 
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 SIB, Please send me another bottle of your 
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 (Mrs.) C. CHRISTIE. 
 
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 December 2, 1874. 
 
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 August 1, 1S7S. 
 
 SIR, Please send me another bottle of your Hype- 
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 July 15, 1873. 
 
 DEAR SIR, I am most happy to tell you that I 
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 ^_^_ T. WHATMOBE. 
 
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 May 23, 1873. 
 
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