{"id":252,"date":"2020-03-19T16:17:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-19T21:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:s\/\/www.mybeevet.com\/blog\/?p=252"},"modified":"2020-03-19T16:17:00","modified_gmt":"2020-03-19T21:17:00","slug":"help-my-dog-got-sprayed-by-a-skunk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mybeevet.com\/blog\/help-my-dog-got-sprayed-by-a-skunk\/","title":{"rendered":"Help! My Dog Got Sprayed by a Skunk! \ufeff"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You\u2019re out hiking or camping with your fur friend when all of a sudden, you hear a yelp as your dog comes running back to you with that unmistakable scent all over their body… 
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Being sprayed by a skunk is a common theme for those who live or spend time in forested and natural areas<\/a> with their four-legged pals. \u201cMy dog got sprayed by a skunk!\u201d is a scenario we often hear from concerned pet owners.
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The team at BEEVET Animal Hospital<\/a> is here to explain what you should do to rid your pet of this awful odor. Read on to learn more. 
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The Skunk\u2019s Scent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Skunks are typically avoidant creatures when it comes to pets and people. However, a curious canine has no problem trying to investigate everything, including skunks. Skunks spray out of fear or being startled. The odor is a defensive strategy that signals to predators not to bother with these stinky little foes. 
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Your dog is not clued into this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Deskunk Your Dog<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your first inclination is probably to dunk your dog in the bathtub<\/a>, but this is a definite no-no. Walking your skunked dog through the home will leave traces of the skunk oils in carpet, curtains, upholstery, and so on, and will be incredibly hard to get rid of.
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Instead of this, follow these steps:
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  1. Leave your dog in a secure area outside. <\/li>
  2. Gather old towels, an old robe or shirt, and gloves for your use.<\/li>
  3. Get your shampoo supplies, which may include over the counter deskunking shampoos or a homemade concoction using 1 quart of hydrogen peroxide, \u00bc cup of baking soda, and a teaspoon of degreasing dishwasher soap. <\/li>
  4. Do not rinse your pet prior to pouring the concoction over them. Leave the soap on for 5 to 10 minutes. <\/li>
  5. Rinse your pet thoroughly and repeat until the odor is gone.<\/li>
  6. Dry your pet with old towels.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    It\u2019s a stressful time, after your pet has been sprayed by a skunk, so it\u2019s a good idea to reward your pet with something enjoyable after the experience. Try spending the afternoon playing a game, walking, or giving them some treats for their daunting experience (and reward yourself, too, for the trouble).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    We Don\u2019t Want to Do THAT Again<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Obviously, hindsight is always 20\/20, but there are some ways you can prevent another skunking episode. 
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