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What To Do If You Get Sprayed By A Skunk In Your Yard

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By A Skunk, Heather Ayer
| HouseDigest
Stepping into your backyard only to be doused in the pungent, unmistakable stench of a skunk is every homeowner's worst nightmare. If they feel scared, skunks will usually try to escape the area before resorting to spraying, but when they do, their spray can reach up to 15 feet away. They can also keep spraying five or six more times. As soon as you're sprayed, focus on getting away from the animal, especially if it seems aggressive or rabid.
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What To Do Immediately If You Or Your Pet Gets Sprayed By A Skunk Original

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By A Skunk, Amy Freeman
| Hunker Verified
Garden Pests, Weeds & Problems Karel Bock/Shutterstock You're enjoying an evening walk with your dog when it happens — a skunk comes out of nowhere and sprays you both. While you didn't see that coming, everyone can now smell you and your pet from a mile away. You'll want to wash away the stink ASAP to minimize the risk of irritation to the eyes, airways, and skin. If possible, stay outside while doing so to avoid bringing the stink indoors.
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What To Do If You Encounter A Skunk In Wyoming

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By A Skunk
| KGAB-AM (Cheyenne, WY) Verified
When you smell them, there's no denying what it is you're smelling. They have one of the most unique defensive mechanisms in the world, and if you're not careful, they can ruin your day in a matter of seconds. The Skunk. Wyoming is home to three species of skunk. The Striped Skunk can be found all across the state, the Western Spotted Skunk is found mostly west of the Bighorn Mountains, and the Eastern Spotted Skunk can be found on the eastern side of the state.
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