How Do You Quickly Remove Skunk Odor From Hair, Fur And Skin?
Tis the season – Your dog runs in the door trying to escape the powerful aroma of Pepe Le Peu, but alas! Monsieur Skunk has used his atomiseur to envelop your canine friend in the overwhelming odor. You need to act fast, and here’s how to clear the air with a minimum of fuss and tears. Don the disposable kitchen gloves. Place the skunk odor-affected animal or person(this works on cats, dogs, horses, people and farm animals such as sheep and goats) in a shower stall, tub or outdoors on a grassy or dirt area where water runoff will not pose a problem. If sensitive areas such as the eyes, nose or lips, have been affected, coat them with a liberal application of a petroleum-based jelly. Using one box of baking soda per area of skunk oil, very liberally rub the baking soda into the haircoat, making sure to remain gloved, and paying special attention to areas that are visibly coated with the offending oil. If not sure of adequate baking soda penetration err on the side of using too much baki
