How to Get a Skunk to Leave

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Remove all sources of food.. Locate the area where the skunk is staying.. Do not try to encounter, or surprise the skunk.

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1

Remove all sources of food.

Step 1

Remove all sources of food.

2

Locate the area where the skunk is staying.

Step 2

Locate the area where the skunk is staying.

3

Do not try to encounter, or surprise the skunk.

Step 3

Do not try to encounter, or surprise the skunk.

4

Mix Cayenne (red pepper), Cajun Seasoning, Cinnamon, and any other hot spices yo

Step 4

Mix Cayenne (red pepper), Cajun Seasoning, Cinnamon, and any other hot spices you may have around the house.

5

Make about 1/4 of a plastic sandwich bag full of the mixture.

Step 5

Make about 1/4 of a plastic sandwich bag full of the mixture.

6

When the skunk is nowhere around, empty the contents of the bag, in his trail, o

Step 6

When the skunk is nowhere around, empty the contents of the bag, in his trail, or in the entrance to his burrow.

7

The skunk gets the mixture on his paws, when he eats or cleans himself, and soon

Step 7

The skunk gets the mixture on his paws, when he eats or cleans himself, and soon, he will no longer be comfortable at your home and will leave.

8

If you have pets like cats or dogs and you take them outside to do their busines

Step 8

If you have pets like cats or dogs and you take them outside to do their business, be sure to keep them on a leash so they don't get sprayed.

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