There are naturally plenty of small creatures living in our rural area that are active throughout year. One of the least favorites of course are skunks. Not only can their noxious scent ruin a nice evening out, they can cause damage to lawns and gardens.
If you’ve ever had a pet “skunked” you know how traumatic it can be for the pet (even causing blindness) and how difficult it is to get them clean. Here is a highly recommended recipe for cleaning pets that have had a bad encounter with a skunk:
To keep skunks away from your property, be sure to remove food sources, secure your trash and close off hiding/nesting areas.
Here’s a good video about keeping skunks away from your property:
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