DOG SKUNKED

My dog has been sprayed by a skunk. What do I do?

Although being "skunked" is stinky and scary, it is rarely harmful to dogs. Quick action after a dog is sprayed will make it much easier to remove the skunk odor faster. The first thing you should do after a pet is skunked is rinse out the dog’s eyes to reduce the risk of irritation. After doing this, give the dog a thorough shampooing, followed by the application of a skunk odor remover.

Since skunks can carry rabies and other diseases, inspect the dog carefully to make sure he hasn't been bitten. In very few cases, a dog can have a negative reaction to skunk spray. So if your pet vomits repeatedly, or if his eyes, nose or gums become irritated, he should be taken to the vet at once.

The products carried by PSP in this category include Simple Solution Skunk Odor Eliminator, Synergy Labs De-skunk and Nature’s Miracle Skunk Odor Remover.