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Dentist appointment!

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Toni had not been the same for days; Apathetic, afflicted and with little appetite, he was having difficulties for eating. Something wasn’t right on he and we suspected that the problem was in his teeth. This theory was confirmed by Gerardo, the dentist, after a review. Just a few days later, Gerardo came to the Recovery Center to perform a more exhaustive check that finally ended up becoming a 2 hour intervention! Finally, and thanks to Gerardo, we were able to shed light on Toni’s problem: one of his teeth had broken off causing him an unpleasant and annoying infection.

The surprise came the next day when Toni woke up more cheerful than ever, playful and affectionate, even encouraging himself to eat carrots!

This improvement is due to him, Gerardo, who comes to our rescue whenever we need him. Africa, Toni, Tico and all the primates rescued by MONA are more than grateful for his care, attention and sensitivity.

Thank you Dr. Gerardo Ruales Suárez for improving the quality of life of our rescued primates!


Bongo gets older!

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A day like today but 15 years ago, i was living in the circus, the place of my birth. For the vast majority, the circus is synonymous with laughter, light, color and happiness, but my reality was different … Darkness, loneliness, isolation, suffering and fear invaded me. I could not stand being away from home, separated from my family, forced to act to amuse others. For me, the circus was the greatest expression of sadness.

Fortunately, today I awakened in a very different place to the circus where I had lived. I woke up at home, surrounded by my family: my old brothers, Charlie and Marco; my little brothers and fellow mischief, Juanito and Nico; my life partner, my sister Waty … and of course, my family of human primates. They knew that today was a special day because… 16 years are not met every day! So they have prepared this surprise. Although they do not know they have done me the greatest gift they could make me: a second chance.

Come on! Take a look at the video. You are also invited to my birthday party!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_7jwa0hviU

Would you like to make me a gift on this special day?

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NICO’S 16TH BIRTHDAY

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Nico was born in 2000, on the 20th of October. Those who are lucky to know him, know that he is a singular, unique and unrepeatable chimpanzee. Nico is goodness, love, tenderness, fun…  He is special and he will be special by passing the years.

Yesterday, the little chimp that came into MONA with just 4 years old turned 16. 16 wonderful years that had to be celebrated. And no, we have not forgotten about you …  Each of the moments lived were immortalized by us to share it with you, to live them together. If Nico can celebrate one more year of life, happiness and welfare is because of you.

The whole team enjoyed preparing Nico’s surprise for his birthday and even more, watching as he and the rest of chimpanzees enjoyed it. Are you intrigued? Do you want to know more about Nico’s gift? We give you just a little hint: Autumn is time of sweet potatoes, chestnuts and… PUMPKINS!

Go ahead, don’t wait more, click on the following video and live in firsthand the celebration of the 16th birthday of Nico. You are all invited!

Make a gift to Nico. With your donation you are helping us to offer him a decent life, free from suffering and most importantly, he will never be alone again.


LiberPress is also MONA

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Yesterday, Wednesday 7th of October, the Fundació MONA team changed the work clothes to attend the gala ceremony of the LiberPress2016 awards.

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Team members of Fundació MONA minutes before the start of the awards ceremony LiberPress 2016.

The gala, held at the Auditori de Girona, was full of illusion, nervousness, hope but above all, solidarity and humanity. There were many winners, different organizations and worldwide individuals that we want to congratulate for their daily struggle for the goals achieved and the ones that will be reached.

This was a night of mixed feelings, happy to be together, but not wishing to be, because this would mean the end of the injustices in the world.

Thanks to LiberPress for letting us being part of it. We are so grateful for this recognition which gives us more strength to keep fighting day after day for the protection and welfare of primates.

https://youtu.be/0iMywtI29OI


What is Coco doing?

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Many are the times that we have talked about her concern, intelligence, cunning, skill, insight, sensitivity, thoroughness, liveliness, restlessness…  We fall short in adjectives to describe her and because of this we prefer you see it.

Coco gives us these unique moments, small moments full of courage in which time stops and we dream of a future full of hope for this wonderful species.


World Animal Day

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Today, as every 4th of October since 1931, the World Animal Day is celebrated.

The purpose of this day is to remember the importance of all species of animals with whom we share the planet and creating a culture of respect for them. Humans are not a superior being. They don’t have the right to impose their power over the other species of animals making them victims of their selfishness and cruelty. There is no difference between them. So we should help, respect, love, admire and protect each other. And above all, we must convey this message to the world giving our voice to those who do not have it.

Today, 4th of October, during the World Animal Day, help us to spread the current situation of primates. With just showing it, we would be able to cope with the threats these species face. Help us to raise awareness of the need to protect the nature and our closest evolutionary relatives. Scream to the world: I AM PART OF THE SOLUTION!

Do you want to join us and convey this message?

We invite you to post your messages and / or photos in your social networks with #worldanimalday, #iampartofthesolution and #fundaciomona to raise awareness of the importance and respect for other species.

Join us and be part of the solution today.


Fundació MONA, LiVerdPress 2016 award

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The LiberPress Association has announced the winners in recognition of the solidarity and humanity of individuals and organizations worldwide. Initially, the LiberPress award was only given in the field of journalism but now other categories have been added as the award dedicated to the environment given this year to Fundació MONA.

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Fundació Mona will receive the LiVerdPress award in recognition of the work of rescue and rehabilitation of primates that have been abused, working to raise awareness of the need to respect the animals and creating a network of young researchers and activists in favor of animal dignified existence.

The awards ceremony, which will be attended by all the winners, will be the 6th of October in the Girona Auditorium. the president of the Association, Charles McCragh, said it will be a “deep, pleasant and emotional” act where once again will bring together individuals and organizations of a “high quality” that are an “example for all humanity” .


Pipa loses her leadership?!

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Pipa is known for her leading role within our group of Barbary macaques. She has always had a strong character, very dominant and strict with the other individuals in the group. We could say that she govern with an iron fist, or better said, she had governed with an iron fist… Because today, in the 13th anniversary of Pipa’s arrival, she loses her position in the hierarchy. The whole team was astonished to see the changes that were taking place in the social dynamics of the group. Suddenly, without warning, Titín, the youngest of the group, rebelled against her. Of course, with the invaluable help of Abu, who also seems to have left behind his difficult beginnings in MONA…

Titín had always been trying to occupy a higher position in the hierarchy, but few were betting on his success… However, he’s no longer the small and defenseless baby that came to the center with just 6 months old. He’s becoming an adult macaque with an imposing physique and he seems to have realized it. It’s definitely his chance. It’s his moment.

Will this situation persist?  Will Titín be able to retain his leadership or Pipa will prevail it again?


Toni and Nico, happier thanks to ANNABIS from GREEN MOTIV, S.L.

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Greenmotiv born from the demand of natural, alternative and innovative therapeutic products in the Spanish market. The innovation is given by the common active ingredient in all products distributed: hemp.

Through their innovation and their new line of natural products indicated to relieve muscle and joint pain, Nico and Toni, two chimpanzees with strong physical problems, will enjoy a better health, thereby increasing their welfare.

Thank you from the whole team of primates, humans and non humans of MONA, for your cooperation.

If you want to know more about them and their products, you can visit their website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

We are immensely grateful. MONA advances thanks to the addition of people like you.

Welcome to our team!


A luxurious collaboration

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The great barcelonian photographer, a living legend in her field, Colita, has gifted us with her art.

The camera and the talent of Colita have witnessed the years of suffering in absolute solitude and terrible conditions lived by the primates that now recover in MONA. Her photographs rediscover us these rescued primates, their unknown looks and the strength of their personalities.

Help them by purchasing our MONA 2017 Solidarity Calendar!


Be part of the solution for these animals today