The**Texas Parks and Wildlife Department** does not permit monkey ownership in the state, however there is a primate sanctuary called R. O.
L. L. E.
R in San Antonio that welcomes volunteers to interact with their rescued monkeys in a safe and secure environment. There are two sessions: from 10a. m to 11a.
m or from 1p. m to 2p.
m everyday, although arrangements need to be made in advance with the sanctuary. Alternatively, there are other traveling monkey meet and greets that take place in Texas throughout the year.