Why does skunk spray smell bad

Animals are very intelligent, and the skunk seems to know that. The article says, "A good blast of skunk has pretty much the same effect as tear gas. I was interested in this article because I think skunks are cool creatures. I wasn't surprised in this article because I know that skunk's odor smells really bad. Skunks aim for the eyes to eliminate and scare off predators or to weaken their prey and allow them to get the upper hand. I learned that skunks do not spray these sulfur based compound we all know as skunk spray out of their behinds but they actually have nipples located on each side that can aim accurately for ten feet.

I find this article really interesting because I now know skunks are shy animals that are very veracious eater. I think that the reason that they aim for the eyes is that it is like the natural version of tear gas, and it sends you screaming and grabbing your eyes, and it can even make you throw up. Skunks aim for the eyes because they can spray up to ten feet. Also the chemicals in skunk spray have a result of tear gas. Wash your entire body with deodorant soap or a grease-cutting dish detergent.

Wash your hair with a shampoo made for oily hair. Make sure not to get it into their eyes. Then rinse and wash your pet with their regular shampoo. Repeat if necessary. Note: Do not store the leftover mixture in a sealed container or bottle, since there is a risk it could explode. Make sure to rinse thoroughly and air dry their fur.

You can find this product at most pet supply stores or order online. Then air dry the clothes. Air drying may be more effective than machine drying. Delicate fabrics may not survive vigorous washing in the machine. Try soaking delicate fabrics in the laundry detergent and baking soda solution for up to 30 minutes in the sink, instead. Rinse and air dry. Repeat if needed.

Soft surfaces that cannot be washed by hand or in a machine, such as carpets and couches, can be steam cleaned. You can purchase Skunk Off Liquid Soaker online. Skunk smell can permeate an entire home, including hard and soft surfaces.

Everything You Want To Know. We always know when a skunk is in the neighborhood. You can smell it. And what a terrible aroma! Why do they spray? So one question I have is how often can skunks spray? Anytime they want? Can skunk spray kill a dog? Is the spray toxic? Can it kill a dog? Or a person? Skunk spray smells awful, but it is not going to kill you.

Do baby skunks spray? How do you get skunk spray off your dog? So your dog has been skunked. Now what? If your pet is in any kind of distress such as vomiting, call your vet or emergency clinic. Any other questions about skunks or their spray? Jose Carmona on July 28, at pm. Loti Woods on July 30, at pm. MJ Breen on August 7, at pm. Loti Woods on August 11, at pm.

Donna Roberts on October 23, at pm. How does the smell affected the skunks Reply. Loti Woods on October 24, at pm. April E. Valentine on November 8, at pm. Subscriber services. Guest Column. Skunks are small, but they can be smelly! This item is available in full to subscribers. Attention readers The Powell Tribune has expanded its online content. Please log in to continue E-mail Password Log in. Need an account? Print subscribers If you're a print subscriber, but do not yet have an online account, click here to create one.

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