Skunks have a bad reputation of expelling a foul-smelling and sticky substance when they feel threatened. One might think that when a skunk dies, it gets easier. Well, it does not get any better. A dead skunk carcass that cannot be located and removed will result in an unimaginable foul smell that will persist for a long time – we are talking years here. Porous items in the area will reek of the foul smell and you will have to dispose of them.
Skunk removal in Ottawa, even of the carcasses, should be done urgently and done in the right way. During the dead animal removal in Ottawa, one has to bear in mind the risks involved in the process. Skunk removal in Ottawa includes risks such as rabies and other infections. Below is a guide to take you through the safe removal of the skunk carcass from your property.
Locate the skunk’s carcass
This first step is straightforward and fairly simple. All you have to do is follow the odour. Use your nose to locate the region where the scent is strongest. This is what tracking dogs do – it works like a charm. Once you have identified the area, perform a thorough search of the area for your dead skunk. But in the event the dead skunk is stuck inside the walls of your house or the attic, you should consider hiring a local company for dead animal removal in Ottawa. Alternatively, you could hire help from professional wildlife practitioners.
Put on gloves – the thick type
It’s important to protect your hands using thick gloves when you are handling the dead skunk. You should never handle a carcass with bare hands. Skunks carry rabies and without protection, you can contract it from its saliva and other bodily fluids.
Shovel it up
But even with your thick gloves, professionals recommend you carry the carcass with a shovel. Scoop it from the ground along with any material around it and dispose of it safely. When you are done, remember to disinfect the shovel.
Seal the garbage bag
Drop the carcass in a strong plastic garbage bag. Remember to seal it tightly. The sealing bit is important for the safety of those living in the area.
Dumping
Where should you dump your bagged skunk carcass? Not in your property’s trash can, that’s for sure. And do not dump it in your neighbour’s trash can either. The stench from the carcass will still move through the neighborhood, making it unpleasant. Throw the carcass in a landfill far away from the residential area. Another great option is incinerating the carcass.
Disinfect
Often, a foul smell along with maggots is left on the ground where the carcass lay. Using a strong disinfectant, sanitize the area to prevent the spreading of diseases. In addition to disinfecting the area, you should also consider deodorizing the area to help get rid of the smell faster.
For most people, skunk removal in Ottawa is a dirty job they would rather not get into. If you are one of these people, do not hesitate to call in a professional.