help sprayed by skunk

[dmndtree]

Maddie just got sprayed by a skunk a little while ago. Have given her a bath in everything I can think of. Any ideas? Also, concerned about her eyes. She was sprayed directly in the face and I immediately rinsed them throughly but she still acts as if they are bothering her. Any suggestions very much appreciated.

Thanks, Tina

[teresa]

HI TINA YOU MIGHT TRY TOMATO JUICE OR STEWED TOMATOES.WHEN I WAS A KID AT HOME THAT IS WHAT MY PARENTS USED AND IT WORKED. GOOD LUCK!!! TERESA

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teresa
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Mom to ellie dob 7-6-00
natural ears docked tail
Jose labx
nutmeg dauschaund
henry boxer 7-6-00 brother to ellie

[LPratt]

My parents dog got sprayed constantly....you would think he'd learn. Anyway, the tomato juice deal works great...really takes the smell away. I would not recommend it near her eyes since tomatoes are highly acidic.

Fosters and Smith have a website where you can ask the vet questions such as this. Try it and good luck!

[Jan]

You can buy special shampoos designed to remove skunk odour, but this apparently works just as well and is considerably cheaper:
1 litre 3% hydrogen peroxide
1/4 cup baking soda
1 t liquid soap

The mix needs to be used right so don't make it in advance.

Good luck,



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Jan
Markus, dark brindle
neutered male, 6 yrs old