Help Skunk attack

Roma Jean Turner · May 30, 2011, 08:27:07 PM

My Jack Russell jusy got sprayed in the face by a skunk. Never had this happen. I know her eyes hurt. Aything special I need to know about this. City dog learnin some rural facts of life tonight.

srkruzich · May 30, 2011, 08:39:46 PM

Quote from: Roma Jean Turner on May 30, 2011, 08:27:07 PM
My Jack Russell jusy got sprayed in the face by a skunk. Never had this happen. I know her eyes hurt. Aything special I need to know about this. City dog learnin some rural facts of life tonight.

ehhh they'll be ok.

might not smell the best. Uhm tomato juice works, bathe your puddy in it.

Roma Jean Turner · May 30, 2011, 08:44:30 PM

I don't have any but she is doing better. I just keep wiping it off woth paper towels. And is smelling better. Now she's chasing bugs. HA HA Thanks

srkruzich · May 30, 2011, 08:51:40 PM

Quote from: Roma Jean Turner on May 30, 2011, 08:44:30 PM
I don't have any but she is doing better. I just keep wiping it off woth paper towels. And is smelling better. Now she's chasing bugs. HA HA Thanks

Thats good. Just make sure she's up on her rabies shots if she's coming into contact with skunks.

Jo McDonald · May 30, 2011, 10:11:48 PM

Roma Jean, you might like to call Howard City clerk's office. Becky Oakleaf was telling me of a "recipe" mixture that will rid a pet of skunk spray. The number is 374-2202
She and Dana Denton have both used it -- and it works, she said. Worth a call.

Roma Jean Turner · May 31, 2011, 04:10:32 AM

Thanks JO. I think we got off pretty easy on this one but think I had better get the recipe. I don't know how long a memory Jack Russell's have.

Wilma · May 31, 2011, 07:27:17 AM

Rma, how is the little one this morning?

srkruzich · May 31, 2011, 08:49:17 AM

Quote from: Roma Jean Turner on May 31, 2011, 04:10:32 AM
Thanks JO. I think we got off pretty easy on this one but think I had better get the recipe. I don't know how long a memory Jack Russell's have.

About as long as the next time she sees a skunk. I have two, and they will go after anything that looks like a rat or a cat.

Jane · May 31, 2011, 09:22:43 AM

If you take 1 cup of vinegar and 3 cups of water and give her a bath, it will change the color of her hair a little but it will get rid of the order. Been there, done that.

proudparent · May 31, 2011, 12:29:49 PM

I have used this recipe before and it worked very well. I got it from my vet. I know they now have a special pet shampoo specially formulated for skunk odors, but I have never used it.

SKUNK SOAP

1 Qt. 3% Hydrogen Peroxide (Be sure to use fresh peroxide. After being open for an extended period of time it tend to turn back into regular water)
1/4 c. Baking Soda
1 tsp. Liquid Dish Soap

Mix all ingredients. Apply liberally to infected area, being careful to avoid eyes. Work into the dogs coat for approximately 10 minutes. Rinse well. Repeat if necessary. Since peroxide can be harsh to the dogs skin, it is recommended that you bathe your dog again with a shampoo recommended for dogs.

Hope this works! When something like this occurs, they always want extra attention form their owners.

I never had time to make a trip to the vet for the "special" shampoo, and found this concoction to work great in a pinch!! Most people have these items on hand.