That’s One Music-loving Monkey
This photo captures a girl with her pet monkey at Woodstock, showcasing the event’s diverse atmosphere. Monkeys as pets gained some popularity in the United States during the 1960s. Media and celebrities influenced the exotic pet trend. However, the practice faced criticism due to concerns about animal welfare and public safety.
The United States regulations regarding monkeys as pets vary by locality. Some states have banned or heavily regulated the ownership of certain primate species for public safety, animal welfare, and the potential for zoonotic diseases to spread from animals to humans.
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