November,22,2025
Caring for a newborn monkey is a delicate responsibility that requires great caution. Newborn monkeys have fragile bodies and very sensitive digestive systems, meaning that even small feeding mistakes can cause diarrhea, dehydration, or malnutrition. This is why understanding the correct amount of milk is essential for safe and healthy growth.
- Daily Milk Requirement
In general, newborn monkeys need about 10–15% of their body weight in milk per day.
Examples:
• Weight 100g → 10–15ml/day
• Weight 150g → 15–22ml/day
This amount should be divided into small doses every 2–3 hours to avoid overfeeding, fast drinking, and dangerous issues such as milk aspiration into the nose.
- Types of Milk to Use
Although a mother’s milk is always the best option, when it is not available, caregivers should use Primate Milk Replacer, specially formulated for infant primates.
Do NOT use:
• Cow’s milk
• Goat’s milk
Because they lack essential nutrients and can cause severe diarrhea or stomach problems.
- Signs of Incorrect Feeding Amounts
• Too little milk → Constant crying, weakness, searching for milk frequently
• Too much milk → Diarrhea, bloating, discomfort
If these symptoms appear, reduce the amount per feeding and increase the number of feeding sessions.
- The Importance of Humane Care
Every drop of milk matters. A newborn monkey depends entirely on its caregiver, just like it depends on its mother. Proper feeding not only helps the infant survive but also gives it a new beginning filled with hope.
