One thing every dog owner hopes never will happen is for their dog to get sprayed by a skunk. That awful, lingering smell can turn a fun walk or backyard romp into a smelly disaster. However, because ...

Kids at one Massachusetts elementary school were given the day off after a skunk sprayed a classroom overnight. The animal was discovered in McKay Elementary School in Fitchburg around 1:30 a.m.

Skunks can cause damage to lawns and gardens as they dig for grubs and other insects. While usually docile, skunks can spray their pungent secretion up to 20 feet when startled. Keeping skunks out of ...