If you find yourself enjoying a long evening dog walk as late-Feburary weather begins to bring the first tell tale signs of spring. But then, you're confronted by that familiar smell. No, it's not ...

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 ...

Skunks are easy to identify by appearance—and smell! But these handsome mammals typically mind their own business and are more interested in excavating their dinner than in what you’re doing. “They’re ...

A striped skunk is seen in this file photo. We spoke with a Lexington dog groomer about what she does when a pet comes in sprayed by a skunk. Mark Newman Getty Images It’s a headache every dog owner ...

Rachael has a degree in Zoology from the University of Southampton, and specializes in animal behavior, evolution, palaeontology, and the environment. Rachael has a degree in Zoology from the ...

Like most common garden pests, skunks are often misunderstood creatures. They are not naturally aggressive, but they do have a very stinky defense mechanism. The good news is that they never spray for ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › The stench of a skunk is strong and unmistakable, even when you’re in a car with the ...

Q: We have an avocado tree that is more than 20 years old and over 20 feet tall. It gets sun mid-afternoon to sundown. The tree is located in between a grass lawn & an in-ground swimming pool. We have ...

Expect some residual odor that fades over time.

If you’re a dog owner, you’ve likely had that dreaded look of “oh no” at least one time — or even multiple times — when your furry friend comes to the door after being let outside. It’s the awful ...

It isn't just the season of love for humans — it's also skunk mating season in Virginia. The Wildlife Center of Virginia says skunk mating peaks between January and March, which prompts the cute but ...