It’s stranger than you think.
The life and times of Bubbles the Chimp, Bo Obama, and the cutest dog in the world
Their creation is part of genetic research aimed at mass-producing medication and treating hereditary illness. And they seem to be in good health, don't worry.
Tommy, a 26-year-old caged chimpanzee, has been denied the right to personhood and habeas corpus, but not for the reasons you might think.
Protecting the cuddly bear is expensive, but worth it.