Was your dog sprayed by a skunk?  If so, you may feel that the first thing you need to do is to get rid of that awful odor! And, of course, that is very important.  But, the first thing you need to do is to check your dog to see if he has been sprayed in the mouth or face.  At the same time that you are doing this, you need to check for bites or scratches.  

Why bites and scratches?  Although all skunks do not carry rabies, they are known rabies carriers. 

What can happen to a dog sprayed by a skunk? It can range from not such a big deal to a huge deal.  A dog sprayed by a skunk in the face or mouth can suffer:

• naseau
• temporary blindness
• temporary loss of smell (actually their ability to smell is overwhelmed with the skunk smell)
• disorientation
• a long-term effect if it is not treated is possible kidney failure

So, if your dog is sprayed by a skunk, contact your vet immediately and let them know that your dog has been sprayed in the face and mouth.
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