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How to Keep Skunks Out of Your Backyard Skunks are one of those creatures that seem cute from a distance with their cute faces, curious nature, and bushy white and black tails. You don’t want to run into one unexpectedly, however, while putting out the trash, or you may end

What to Do If You Have a Skunk Problem Homeowners always need to take care to avoid problems with local pests. Whether it’s raccoons, insects, bats, or skunks, it’s generally a good idea to stay vigilant to avoid letting any wildlife get a foothold in your home. However, sometimes skunks

Have you seen a skunk outside your house lately? In most cases, this shouldn’t be a cause for concern. Skunks are nocturnal creatures and quite shy, so you won’t notice them as often as other wildlife. They are infamous for that foul odor they spray when frightened. If that recognizably

Skunks are known for their appearance and the noxious odour they emit as a defensive mechanism. They are often misunderstood creatures; understanding their behaviour might help you avoid them. Skunk Types There are four kinds of skunks: striped, hog-nosed, hooded, and spotted. Their most common and prominent features are a

Skunks are everywhere – they can be found in both the city and suburbs. If a dog encounters a skunk, his first instinct may be to run towards the animal. Unfortunately, when a skunk feels threatened, it sprays a stinky oil to defend itself. Perhaps your dog got sprayed for

3 myths about skunk spray  Tomato Juice is The Best Way to Get Rid of Skunk Smell The classic remedy of tomato juice to rid someone of powerful skunk smell is not as effective as we were led to believe. A tomato bath has limited effectiveness. The best way to

Dangers of Skunks Skunks are not usually a serious health problem for people. Rabies in these animals is relatively rare, and skunks are not generally aggressive. As long as humans do not attempt to harm these gentle animals, we can live happily side by side. Skunks look for grubs and

If you have ever been sprayed by a skunk, you know what the odor smells like. It’s pungent, repugnant, and difficult to wash off. However, dog owners need to be aware that for our canine friends, getting sprayed by a skunk is not only smelly but dangerous. Spray Can Be

As communities continue to drive animals out of their natural habitats, it is not uncommon to hear of someone discovering a skunk stuck in the window well of their home. If it happens to you, it might be helpful to know in advance how to quickly address the problem. Skunks

Skunks are some of the cutest little black and white furred creatures that walk the planet. They have big brown eyes and well, a charming pointy black nose. But there comes the same thing you get with anything of beauty, grace and overall cuteness–and that’s a dark side. For some,