Question:
With all the information I have read in your columns, I've never seen any article dealing with ways to remove the smell of skunk on a dog (or any animal, for that matter). I have tried several methods, to no avail. What do you advise?
L.T.H., Brewster, NY Aug 23, 2010
Answer:
The scent emitted from an alarmed skunk is an oily secretion, so first use an absorbent like talcum powder or cornstarch. Work it into the dog's fur, and brush or hose it out after 15 to 20 minutes (outdoors, of course) and then apply liberal amounts of ketchup (the traditional treatment) or an enzyme-based cleaner like Nature's Miracle or Orange TKO, which is a safe cleaner and deodorizer. After 30 minutes, bathe the dog using a penetrating shampoo like Head & Shoulders or Selsun Blue.
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