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Skunks

The size of a cat or smaller with long fur and bushy tails, skunks are easily identified by their distinctive black and white coloration. These near-sighted omnivores have a hearty appetite for grubs and insect pests, and have also been known to consume mice and small rats. They are members of the Mustelid family, which also includes weasels, martens, and badgers. Skunks are found throughout North America, with only one species found in Asia.

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Do skunks go through metamorphosis?

Stinkbugs do not have a complete metamorphosis because they do not change from one type of organism to another. They have an incomplete metamorphosis.

Are skunk smell glands used in perfumes?

Not skunk odors but the sack that gives the odor longevity !

David ruby innisfil ontario canada ( skunk country )

How can a human be harmed by skunk spray?

Yes Humans can die if u inhale, and ingest it........ U will get light headed!!!! and Die a slow painful death... Scary isn't it!@!!!!!! Go to walmart and look on the back for more details.... and don't let kids under 6 unless you ask a doctor.....

How can you get a skunk?

I don"t know they are somewhat shy and reserved animals until they pull their chemical war act. I had a funny thing happen a couple of years ago, a cousin of mine who lives in Pennsylvania ( rural) has a Boxer called (Rocky) an appropriate name!. well I did find out that Rocky got (Skunked) and the old back woods De-contaminant, Tomato Juice was pressed into service. The stuff is only useful after the fact, it is not, as some have inaccurately argued- a Good Skunk Repellant- like the various types of Shark Repellant.

How do you Get Rid of skunks Around What if your Home?

you are going to have to draw them to the trap . i have got rid of several just in the last coupleof days. catfod is the best bait i have found. they love it. use a spring load trap and once you trap one the fun begins!! chris

Are skunks afraid of fox urine?

I was told fox are the most feared for all the critters. If I spray it around my fence will the skunk and raccoons and possems leave

What is the largest species of skunk?

Actually, the skunk is a species all to itself. Ways to categorize the species of the skunk would be a mammal or vertebrate. Contrary to popular belief, the skunk is actually not a rodent. The skunk's family is Mephitidae and the skunk's order is Carnivora.

How can you tell you got sprad by a skunk?

A skunk will only spay if frightened, to protect its family, or if it feels threatened. a skunk will give u warnings before they spray because it takes a week to replenish the lost oils. The skunk will stamp its feet and hiss and raise its tail at u and if u dont leave them be they will raise on their fore legs like they are doing a handstand then they will spray, and they can spary up to 10 feet

How can you remove skunk spray from swimming pool water?

Use extra chlorine for about a week to shock the pool. As long as the water stays clear, you don't have a problem. If the pool gets cloudy, consult a professional.

Can a female skunk spray?

Yes, they can - any skunk of appropriate age (3 weeks or older) can spray.

What do you do If your dog gets sprayed in the eyes by a skunk?

My dog has been sprayed twice in 2 weeks! My dog just got sprayed in the eye a couple nights ago and I didn't know what to do. Well, immediately I put my dog in the bathsprayed him and I made a mixture of lemon and vinagar and pored it over his body for the smell. Then I just washed him with tearless dog shampoo. You want to wash the dog as quick as possible so the oils wont stay. I washed his eye in the water and put the shampoo around his eye and just plainly washed it off. I heard that if the dog gets sprayed in the eye it can be blinded for about 2 days. With this easy method my dog was not blinded. After you give the bath lays some towels down on the floor and usually they will roll around and rub their eye. Then wipe their eye gently and dry them. You might want to cover their bed with something else just in case. The next day I washed him again and i tried a little bit of mouthwash and again gently washed his eye off too. You can use tomato sauce (but be careful it can stain the dogs coat), you can use mouthwash, hydrogen peroxide (BUT NOT ON THE EYE'S MOUTH or NOSE), or vinagar and lemon. I have found that these methods work but be careful with their eye's because they are sensitive. Good luck!!

Both of my dogs got sprayed in the eyes by a skunk, and we used tomato sauce, and baking soda. Of course one of our dogs just had sergery on his paw, so that is wrapped up, then this morning we found that he has slipped a disk in his back, and now his back two paws are paralized. Not to mention, we think he is blinded by the skunk. He keeps squinting and looking all drugged.

Is a skunk warm or cold blooded?

Skunks, like all mammals, are considered to be warm blooded as they use endothermic methods to keep their body temperature at a near constant rate. This means that they control their temperature via internal means, such as sweating, shivering and panting.

How do you remove smoke odor from car?

To remove the smell of beer from your car carpet, first vacuum the carpet thoroughly. Then, sprinkle baking soda over the carpet and rub it in. Let it set for a few hours, then vacuum. This should rid the car of any lingering beer smell.

Are skunks legal pets in Virginia?

no sadly i live in va too but unfourtunatly we cant get them sorry if u want to see more look it up on websites with the title .org or .gov if u really need .com then make sure its credible -thanks Una

What should you do if your dog gets sprayed directly in the mouth be a skunk?

If the dog got sprayed, it was probably in too close of contact with the skunk. If a dog is foaming after contact with any animal, that's usually a sign of rabies. You should get it checked out with a vet quickly.

Are skunks and cats related?

Skunks best known for their ability to excrete a strong, foul-smelling odor, belong to the family Mephitidae. Skunks were formerly classified as a subfamily within the family Mustelidae, which includes weasels, otters, badgers, and relatives. However, recent genetic evidence suggests that the skunks are not as closely related to the mustelids as previously thought, and are now classified in their own family.

Ferrets are in the family Mustelidaeof the order Carnivora which includes stoats, European polecats, minks, ermine, black-footed ferrets, long tailed weasels, least weasels

What is a structual adaptation of a skunk?

It adapts with its large range of food in its diet, from bugs, to small mammals, to plants, and eggs, also being nocturnal.

What comes out of a skunk's anus?

Other than #2, there are very important glands located there - that often get impacted and can be painful (btw, this is when you see your dog dragging his behind across the floor)

Found this on marvistavet.com for you :)

WHAT ON EARTH ARE ANAL SACS?

Anal sacs (also called "anal glands") are two small glands just inside your pet's anus. The material secreted into these glands is thick and foul-smelling. Most animals can empty these glands voluntarily for scent marking or in self-defense (like a skunk might do).

Domestic animals have largely lost their ability to empty these sacs voluntarily. Walking around and normal defecation serves to empty the glands but some animals become unable to empty their glands on their own at all. The sacs become impacted and uncomfortable. Dogs with impacted anal sacs usually scoot their rear on the ground in an attempt to empty the glands. Some dogs will lick their anal area and other dogs will chase their tails. Cats often lick the fur off just under their tails.

WHAT TO DO ABOUT SCOOTING?

The first step is to check the anal sacs when any pet has a history of scooting. The anal sacs can be emptied in one of two ways (though I might recommend bringing your dog to the vet to peform this procedure):

1. A rage or tissue is held up the the anus and both sides of the anal area are gently suqueezed. If the secretions is very pasty, this method may be inadequate to empty the sacs.

2. A lubricated gloved finger is inserted into the anus and the sac is gently squeezed between the thumb and forefinger into a tissue held externally. The procedure is then repeated on the opposite side.

WHAT IF SCOOTING CONTINUES?

If scooting continues for more than a few days after sac emptying, the sacs should be re-checked. For some individuals, it takes several sac emptyings in a row before the sacs stay emptied. If the sacs are empty and scooting is persisting, another cause (such as itchy skin, tapeworms, or even lower back pain) should be pursued.

WHAT HAPPENS IF AN IMPACTED SAC DOES NOT GET EMPTIED?

An abscess can form and rupture out through the skin. This is a painful, messy and smelly condition often mistaken for rectal bleeding. If an anal sac abscess forms, it must be properly treated by your veterinarian. Antibiotics will be needed.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD ANAL SACS BE EMPTIED?

This is a highly individual situation. The best recommendation is to let the pet tell you when the sacs are full. If the pet starts scooting again, it is time to bring him in.

WHAT IF MY PET'S SACS SEEM TO REQUIRE EMPTYING ALL THE TIME?

To avoid the expense of having the sacs emptied, you can learn to empty them yourself at home but most people feel it is well worth having someone else perform this service. A non-invasive technique that helps some patients is a change to a high fiber diet. This will produce a bulkier stool that may be more effective in emptying the sac as it passes by.

ANAL SACCULECTOMY

If the sacs need to be emptied every few weeks or more, you may opt to have the sacs permanently removed. This procedure is complicated by many local nerves controlling fecal continence, the fact that any change in the local musculature of the anal sphincter area can affect fecal continence, and the fact that with chronic anal sac problems anatomy is distorted. Draining tracts can develop after surgery if the gland is not completely removed. Still, despite these pitfalls anal sac removal is considered a relatievely simple surgery by experienced surgeons

Many people own pets for years without ever learning that anal sacs exist at all and the "wive's tale" that worms cause scooting erroneously continues. If you have further questions about Anal Gland disease, ask your veterinarian or click on the "send eMail" link in the frame below

How high is a skunk?

As with most 4-legged animals, skunks have four paws, not "feet".

How long do baby skunks stay with mom?

i don't know but you should research it hahahahaha