Emily Crowley, Disaboom

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Helper Monkeys: The Greatest Assistant You'll Ever Need

Trained for two-four years before being placed with a partner, Capuchin service monkeys can help with such tasks as turning lights on and off, scratching itches, or retrieving dropped objects. Living up to 35 years, they can become lifelong helpers.

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