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 ...

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 ...

I'm going to be totally honest. When I first came across this TikTok video of a pet skunk, it sounded like a horrible idea. As someone who has had my dog get sprayed by a skunk before, I can't imagine ...

While to humans, skunk spray may seem like nothing more than a horrid stench, it's quite toxic to pets. If a dog is sprayed ...

Skunks looking for love are on the move in California, raising the risk of unwelcome encounters for humans. Two types of skunks are found in the state — the more common striped skunk and the spotted ...

Wildlife and pet experts are warning residents to take extra precautions during warmer months, when skunk activity increases, especially during baby season. Skunks can transmit diseases like rabies ...