The sources provide information on the HBO documentary series "Chimp Crazy", which follows Tonia Haddix, an animal broker, and her contentious relationship with authorities and PETA over her ownership of a chimpanzee named Tonka. The documentary also explores the broader phenomenon of private ownership of primates in the United States. The sources then detail the history of the Missouri Primate Foundation, the facility where Tonka originated, as well as the aftermath of the PETA lawsuit against it. The sources also touch on the larger issue of exotic animal ownership and the ethics of keeping wild animals in captivity, including discussions of zoos, hunting, and the dangers of these animals. The sources discuss the documentary's reception, including its critical acclaim, and its impact on the animal welfare movement.
