Puppy Skunk, the beloved dog of Ford County Publisher Will Brumleve, died peacefully in the loving arms of her owner around 8 ...

And of course, while property damage is one thing, the primary reason you don't want a skunk at your home is the, well ... smelly impact that they're likely to have on your pets, kids, or (if you ...

Skunks can do more than bring foul odors, though, as they may dig holes in your lawn and garden and nibble on plants. The striped critters can also carry diseases that spread to humans and pets.

Rabid skunks tend to be diurnal in their habits, and can be very aggressive. They occasionally attack other animals such as livestock, pets, and man. Fuller, T.K. and D.W. Kuehn. 1985. Population ...

(DSHS | CONTRIBUTED PHOTO) The city of Graham’s animal control office has documented four cases of rabies from skunks within ...

Two skunks found two days apart tested positive ... People in the area are urged to avoid contact with wild animals and unfamiliar pets. Pet owners should check their animals for unexplained ...

Animal control initiated testing on the skunk which came back positive ... seek immediate medical attention. Ensure your pets have up-to-date rabies vaccinations.