10/31/2026
Skunks are a serious Canadian problem lol. I often get asked what is the best way to get skunk spray out of a dog. The number one rule is DO NOT GET THEM WET.
1. Cover their dry coat in a skunk off solution. I use nature's miracle skunk odor remover. There are tons of recipes online too. I use a face cloth for the head.
2. Let the solution sit for ten minutes on the dog.
3. Rinse it off and wash with dawn dish soap.
4. Rinse and wash with your normal dog shampoo.
Nothing works perfectly but this definitely helps.
Skunk spray is an oil. Once it gets wet it sets in. You might still smell it the next time your dog gets wet.
Ryder was kind enough to demonstrate this for me. It was a long walk back from the lagoon trail.
