Skunks like to den under sheds, so they can sleep somewhere safe and out of sight. They use their big claws and powerful legs to dig under trees, rocks, porches, decks, sheds, and patios. Skunks typically den throughout the winter, and females make new dens in the spring. Thankfully, there are lots of ways you …
Skunk spray is so powerful and nauseating that it scares every animal away, even bears. No one wants to deal with it. Without treatment, the smell of skunk may last for weeks. Its oily chemical structure takes a long time to break down and it clings to fabrics, skin, and hair. Regular soaps only make …
Having your dog sprayed by a skunk is a harrowing experience for most dog owners. Skunk spray is incredibly powerful and nauseating. If your dog appears to be in serious distress, or if it was sprayed near the face, take it to a veterinarian immediately. Then, wash your dog with the right de-skunking products. The …
It might happen to any of us. You take your trusted four-legged friend out for a walk, and then it suddenly encounters a skunk. The skunk and the dog get into a skirmish and before you know it, the dog, as well as the skunk, get on the attack. The dog barks and the skunk …
One day, you might go out and be confronted with an incredibly pungent smell and do not know where it comes from, and then you recognize the smell and realize that a skunk has been at work. You try to find any trace of a skunk but to no avail. You see no trace and …
Unknown to many people, skunk dig burrows under the foundations of man-made structures. These can include the house itself, a shed, and in most circumstances the deck. The way that the skunk does is that it digs a tunnel-like structure right at the perimeter of the deck where the skunk then lives under. When the …
Have you spotted a family of skunks in the yard? Skunks are nerve-wracking animals, given their ability to spray. No one wants to come home after a long day of work, or to take the dog out for a walk, only to be sprayed by a skunk. These animals are best avoided. If there is …
Dealing with skunk spray is one of the most stressful experiences a dog owner can have. You may have been going for a walk or letting the dog out to play, when suddenly, your dog was sprayed by a skunk. This can be very unsettling for the dog, and the smell is unbearable. If your …
It can happen to any of us, and for whatever reason, it chose your car. If your car smells of skunk, you need to jump into action as soon as possible. Every second here counts! The longer the skunk spray stays, the harder it is to get the skunk spray out of your upholstery. Skunk …
Skunks are common in residential areas. Porches, decks, sheds, and other structures outside are popular denning sites. Skunks dig under them for shelter and venture out at night to find food. If there are skunks under your porch, know that they will leave on their own. If you can’t wait, you can get them out …
