My dog is rubbing after skunk wash. Is it the peroxide? Vet needed?

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. It is possible that this is a skin reaction to the skunk spray or this could be due to the various shampoos and topicals that you have been using. These bumps are likely due to irritation. I would recommend having Rocky examined by a veterinarian so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. He will likely need the hair clipped away from his neck and be placed on a course of oral antibiotics and an anti-inflammatory medication. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

Hi there. First make sure Ralphue is on appropriate flea preventative, as many flea bite allergies will present like this. An allergic reaction to the spray is also possible-as if is a new substance that has been introduced to his body. Benadryl is usually considered safe for itching of this nature and a dosage can be gotten from your veterinarian if you call (we cannot legally give you a dosage because of the nature of our company, and having not seen your pet in person). If he continues to bite and scratch the area I'd suggest an e collar or cone until the area is well again. Hope this helps!

Depending on the severity of the scratch (feel free to post a picture of it) Lily should be checked by your veterinarian. Antibiotics may be needed but extra vaccination shots are not. Disinfection can eventually be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any scratching (if any). Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

The chemical substances sprayed by skunks and called thiols can be quite irritant and provoke inflammation on dogs skin, gums and eyes. Usually plenty of water can be used to wash out these substances (especially from eyes). Water can be sprayed with a syringe (without needle) inside the mouth to wash it off as much as possible. If Flec keeps salivating despite it, a check up would be needed as anti-inflammatory meds may be required. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

There should be no ill effects apart from the smell :) The only problems we will usually see from skunk spraying is irritation of the eyes if they get sprayed in the eyes - so if you notice any squinting of the eyes you should wash them out through this eye wash and/or eye gel. You may be able to purchase these at your local Petco. If not, you can buy online. ( https://www.amazon.com/Vetericyn-Plus-Animal-Wash-Drops/dp/B01N7BTWEN/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=3TSFQR42OVO6T&keywords=vetericyn+eye+wash&qid=1562070877&s=pet-supplies&sprefix=vetericyn+eye%2Cpets%2C389&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1 ) ( https://www.amazon.com/Vetericyn-1066-Ophthalmic-Gel-1-5oz/dp/B0040ZS8R8 )

This presentation could be due to a localized trauma or localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria). A check up, appropriate disinfection and eventually antibiotics (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem. Disinfection can eventually be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths.Oxide zinc cream (sudocream) can be applied when the skin is completely dry. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any licking/scratching. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

I would recommend contacting your veterinarian, to see if the dog should have the Rabies vaccination updated. Depending on when they were last vaccinated, it may be recommended to Booster them if skunks are rabies vectors in your area. If there was only the one episode of vomiting, you can continue to monitor for any signs of vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy or pain which could indicate G.I. obstruction or problem from ingesting bones or pancreatitis if they ate a rotting carcass. But if they seem otherwise happy and healthy, then it seems the skunk got the worse end of the deal. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/skunk-spray-and-your-dog Thank you for using PetCoach.