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    Does grease repel monkeys?
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    Yes, grease makes it hard for the monkeys to climb.
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    How do I prevent monkeys from hanging around the satellite dish cables on the terrace of my home?
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    Place some thorny or spiny plant material on your satellite dish. If you are careful, you could also break glasses (remember not to crush, just break cleanly) and put the broken pieces on the area where the monkeys climb -- you can stick the pieces by cementing them in or adhering them in some other way. Before adding the items, note where the monkey/monkeys arrive or climb so that you place the deterrent materials in the correct places. Also take care that humans can access the area without cutting or harming themselves, for satellite dish repair and removal.
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    Can using firecrackers help in scaring away the monkeys?
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    Yes. Firecrackers, gunshots, and other loud noises are good measures to scare off monkeys.
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    Are monkeys afraid of snakes?
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    Generally, yes, but it depends on the individual monkey and the type of snake.
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    How do I permanently get rid of these monkeys?
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    Adopt a dog and keep it as a pet. Don't leave garbage lying around your house. Grill your fence from the outside, and spike it if necessary. Dogs are really the best option in this case.
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    Will langurs help to get rid of these monkeys?
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    It's the best method, as they're afraid of langurs. You could hire an owner to bring a langur by; doing so daily for at least a week should produce results.
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    How do I scare off a monkey permanently?
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    You can't, although aggression and territorial marking may help.
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    How can I get rid of monkeys coming in at night?
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    Keep bars on your windows, keep the doors shut and keep any other form of enclosure around the house area shut. Don't leave lids off garbage bins and be sure that all kitchen food is locked away and inaccessible. Do a regular check that all entryways are closed off as they should be, during the evening and just before going to bed.
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    How can I prevent monkeys from stealing food?
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    Make sure that the food is tightly secured in a container. Then, place the container somewhere that cannot be accessed by monkeys. (For example, a locked garage or shed.)
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    I have a doggy door for my two dogs to go in and out as they please. Will monkeys come through the doggy door?
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    Are monkeys big in your area? Are your two dogs small? Close the door whenever you notice your dogs are both inside, and remember to close the doggy door at night! Most robbers rob banks at night as it is dark, monkeys can be the same. Also, try to find what lures them there - try not to keep food around with a strong smell/odor. Do NOT keep still water, as many animals can sense vibrations and if the water even moves a slight bit, they will come inside thinking there is prey.
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    How do I know if a monkey has come into my house in my absence?
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    Monkeys shouldn't be able to get into your house if all of the windows are closed and locked, along with the doors. If a monkey should get into your house, you'll know. They're messy and spill things everywhere.
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    Can I use a stick to hit the monkeys?
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    No, you should never hit or abuse animals.
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    How do I scare a monkey which is about to attack?
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    You should not scare the monkey. Instead, spend some time with him from some distance, offer the monkey some food, and move closer and closer day by day. Get the monkey's trust and make sure that now the monkey is your friend. This way, the monkey will not attack on you as well as the monkey will be your friend.
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    If I put some broken glass pieces on top of the wall surrounding my residence, will the monkeys stop climbing it?
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    No, but they will try to remove the glass pieces and come inside.
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    Does hanging tinfoil repel monkeys?
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    No. They love shiny things. Things like tinfoil, diamonds and mirrors are their favorites.
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    Can butter be used to make fences slippery to keep out monkeys?
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    Butter might actually attract them to the fences, if they like the taste. It's also an expensive way to try to repel the monkeys and is unlikely to make the fence slippery.
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    Are monkeys dangerous to small dogs?
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    Yes, they can be. It depends on the size of the monkey. If the monkey is small, smaller than the dog, then it will not be as dangerous. If the monkey is big, then it will be more of a danger. And if it is a small monkey that has rabies, then it is three times as dangerous.
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    How do I repel many monkeys that are opening windows to get inside houses?
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    Put up a strong mesh covering on the windows. That way, when the monkeys open the windows, they still can't get inside.
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    Is there any kind of food that monkeys absolutely dislike?
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    Yes. They hate bitter juices such as bitter gourd juices and they also hate spiny cacti.
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    Should I get into hand to hand combat with the monkeys?
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    No, you should not. Getting into hand-to-hand combat with the monkeys is both unnecessary, since there are many other ways to deal with the problem, and dangerous. If the monkey bites you, you will most likely need to be treated for rabies and the monkey issue will only escalate.
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    Can I kill a monkey with a gun?
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    Yes, but only as a last option.
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    how can i scare monkey sleeping on tree which is in my home back side?
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    Make loud noises, release your dogs if you have any, or trap and release the monkeys far from your home. Never use poison.
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    Do monkeys attack cats?
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    They might, but they can't kill cats. (Gorillas can.)
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    Can snake noises scare monkeys away?
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    It depends on how loud those noises are. Very loud noises can scare them away.
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