Sorry I am late posting the results for the annual skunk show. Below is the list of winners. We are very proud of our Chula who did quite well as a senior. SKUNK SHOW WINNERS 2016, 28TH ANNUAL SHOW held on 10/15/16 CLASS AGE PLACE SKUNK OWNER Albino Adult 1-5 1st Lambchop, Jeff M. Albino …
This was forwarded to me yesterday. It is distressing that a young man would be so unnecessarily cruel to innocent wildlife. Hopefully, he will learn to be more tolerant in the future. Indiana University Student Allegedly Beats Skunk To Death With a Shovel Click to read full story online. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. An Indiana University student …
On 9/28/16, a 4 month old pet skunk was euthanized in Tampa, Fl and tested for rabies because she had bitten a Veterinary Technician. This is every skunk owner’s greatest fear and the reason why it is so important to choose the right Veterinarian. The owner had two young skunks that were housed in a …
The first year mortality rate is high with pet skunks, and I dread hearing about the kits that don’t make it. This morning I opened my email to discover a sad letter from someone I know, letting me know she lost her skunk kit sometime the night before. This owner has experience with skunks, other …
Recently another skunk owner forwarded me a packet of pet skunk information written by a Veterinarian regarding the care of pet skunks. She was given the packet when she brought two of her skunks for their annuals. At first, I thought it can’t be bad as I know the Veterinarian who wrote it. Then I …
The March 18, 2016 meeting for proposed changes to Oregon law regarding pet skunk ownership has passed. The final ruling will be announced at the June meeting scheduled for 6/9/16 and 6/10/16. After reviewing the document of proposed changes, it doesn’t appear there were any changes (strike throughs) in the parts that pertains to pet …
The 2016 Skunkie Egg Hunt is this coming weekend, Sunday the 13th from 1 to 5 pm at Judy Slade’s house. There will be an egg hunt for the skunks and the people! Spring Prince and Spring Princess and Friendliest will be awarded. Lunch will be served, its a fun time for all! Skunk owners …
It appears that the state of Tennessee has changed it’s mind about pet skunk ownership. Initial approval of the change has been approved. This is seems like a positive move forward that hopefully other states may follow in their footsteps. NASHVILLE — A bill to allow Tennesseans to keep skunks as pets has won initial …
The State of Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has proposed some changes that will affect pet skunk ownership in Oregon, if passed into law. The draft proposals are in various stages of review by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Division, and Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Commission. Oregon pet skunk owners …
Introducing the the Pet Skunk Message Board, an online community for skunk owners to chat, ask questions and post pictures of their pet skunks. The message board is public so you can read the topics but if you would like to join in and post, you need to register here. Stop in regularly and share …
The show was great as usual! It is priceless to catch up with old friends and put faces on the people I have corresponded with during the year. Below is the list of winners. I’m sure it was difficult for the judges this year as there were so many beautiful skunks entered. If you missed …
So you are a skunk owner and are wondering if it is time to add another skunk to your family? This may not be as simple as it sounds. In the wild, skunks are solitary creatures. They interact during mating seasons and in northern states, adults will den together for warmth. Some skunk owners mistakenly …
Sadly, obesity is much too common in pet skunks and one of the leading causes for their current short lifespan. Obesity is completely the owner’s responsibility! It is difficult to help the skunk owner who doesn’t realize that they are the source of the problem. People are shocked when I ask if the skunk is …
I have started a glossary of pet skunk terms to make it easier for those who may be unfamiliar with some terms used in pet skunk care. I will update as the Mephitis Advocate grows. You can view it here or click on the link under resources. Let me know your suggestions for terms not yet added.
Are you a new skunk owner??? Have you located a vet to treat your little furkid??? Consider “interviewing” the vet first to know if he/she has treated skunks before. Your first question should be, “what if my skunk bites you during the exam, what is your policy?” If he/she says, “We will need to report …
Welcome to the new Mephitis Advocate pet skunk blog! It has been a few years but the Advocate is back, better than ever, in blog format. Visit the archives for the previous version of the newsletter in pdf format. Mephitis Advocate meaning Mephitis mephitis: derived from Latin, a noun describing the most common and widespread …