Top Rated Skunk Removal Massachusetts

Often times skunks become an issue when they come into contact with dogs in our back yards, grubbing and digging up yards, or they spray under a structure on our property. Skunks can often be very calm animals but if provoked they will defend themselves. Sick skunks pose many health risks to humans and animals alike. So often emergency services are needed to remove unhealthy animals.  Breeding season is another major skunk conflict season. February through March Male skunks will pursue the females and the skunk odor can be smelled throughout neighborhoods. This time of year is very busy for us. 

 Breeding season typically occurs from February through March. In late April to early June, the female will excavate a den and give birth to 2–10 kits, which are born blind and helpless. If disturbed, females will move their kits to a new den. The kits do not leave the den until they are approximately 6 to 8 weeks old. When they leave the den, the kits follow their mother in search of food and will den with her in alternate dens until they are independent at two to five months. The average lifespan of a skunk in the wild is about 2–3 years, but they can live up to 15 years in captivity. During the summer months, skunks typically sleep in retreats above ground; shaded areas in tall grass, under shrubs, in thickets, or under decks and building. They do not show much fidelity to above ground retreats, but will re-visit them from time to time. Skunks are not true hibernators. When nighttime temperatures are above 30°F, skunks become active for periods of time. Thus, dog owners should beware on unusually warm winter nights. Skunks will be out and about, stretching their legs and searching for food. When temperatures stay below freezing, however, skunks will sleep to conserve energy.