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Oct 02 2024

Skunked? We can help!

If your dog was sprayed by a skunk, here’s a bath remedy that can help:

Make a DIY deodorizing soak

Combine:

  • 1 quart of hydrogen peroxide
  • 1⁄4 cup of baking soda
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons of dishwater soap

Lather your dog with the solution and let it soak in for 10–20 minutes. 

More tips:

  • Keep your dog outside
  • Wear disposable clothes
  • Check your dog for injuries and take them to the vet if they are scratched
  • Avoid eye contact, or apply a few drops of mineral oil or eye lubricant to your dog’s eyes
  • Towel dry your dog thoroughly and let them rest in a warm place
  • Keep your dog outside while they are drying to keep any remaining oils out of your home
  • Rinsing your dog with water alone can spread the smelly oil around their coat!

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