To go to southwest China's Sichuan Province, where a local family runs a special shelter for injured wildlife.

Few people have the luxury to have endangered animals in their homes.

"My family used to be in the business of animal breeding. Raising these monkeys is just like raising pigs and cattle," said veterinarian doctor Wan Yuhang.

It all started when Wan Yuhang bought an injured monkey for sale at the market.

"My son was shopping and saw the monkey. Its leg was broken. Some bystanders were jokingly saying they were going to cook it and eat its meat. So my son paid a higher price for it and brought it home," said Wan Yuhang's mother Li Yuqin.

Wan Yuhang is a veterinarian. He performed surgery on the monkey, and saved its life.

It grew from there. And the local forestry bureau soon asked the family to help them take care of other wild animals in need.

"They have the professional knowledge, and a love for the animals. When we spoke with them about the situation, they voluntarily took the responsibility," said Ni Zhihua, chief of Jiajiang Forest Public Security Bureau.

A big, happy family of men and animals - seven monkeys, and occasionally some other temporary tenants.

But for that, the Wans have sacrificed a lot.

Money is a problem - they feed and shelter these animals entirely out of their own pocket.

And then, there’s an emotional price.

“My grandson is almost two. I’ve never held him. I don’t know what kind of germs I carry from taking care of these animals. But think about it. What grandmother doesn’t want to hold her grandson?" said Wan Yuhang's mother Li Yuqin.

Still for them, it’s a cause worthy of the sacrifice - seeing the animals recover and thrive.

Like this one - Mountain Boy -He’s the youngest, cutest and brightest star here. He was once well-loved as a pet, but was left to his own devices when his owner grew tired of him. When he first arrived, he was emaciated and weak. Now, he's mischievous as any other boy his age.”

“When I’m feeling down, I’d sit and play with the monkeys. I’d pull their fur, and they’d squeeze my hand. It makes me feel better," said veterinarian doctor Wan Yuhang.

Saving lives, one monkey at a time.