Skunk mating season brings increased movement, aggression, and spraying as males roam miles in search of females. Skunk spray is a powerful chemical defense based on sulfur compounds that cling to fur ...

They're one of North America’s most recognizable animals, but how well do you really know these fascinating creatures?

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Why did the skunk cross the road? To get to the ODOR side. That joke STINKS, but the real reason you’re seeing more skunks is because they are mating. “One of the most ...

One thing every dog owner hopes never will happen is for their dog to get sprayed by a skunk. That awful, lingering smell can turn a fun walk or backyard romp into a smelly disaster. However, because ...

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While most skunk sprayings don’t do permanent harm to dogs, they will make your dog stink and possibly make it nauseous, as the scent may cling to the dog for days. Skunks live throughout North ...