Though important vectors of rabies, skunks are of course more notorious for their ability to thwart aggressors by spraying them with the contents of their anal sacs. A sprayed dog is intolerable. Tomato juice, the traditional remedy, has mixed reviews in its efficacy at removing the stink. A solution of a quart of hydrogen peroxide, mixed with a couple of ounces of baking soda and a teaspoon of salt and applied liberally to the dog is the best deodorizer. Leave it on the dog for 15 minutes.
Some sources say to add shampoo or soap.
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