YOT 3,743 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 (edited) I had training today. Before the session started someone looked out the window and this odd looking little skunk was running around in circles about 30 yards away from the building. Upon further investigation we found out the little guy had his head stuck in a cup with a domed lid like comes on a Flurry. I was the first one out to try to take it off, but kind of chicken out, LOL. Oh well. I pulled out my phone while another guy took his turn. He finally got the cup off, but the domed lid stayed and the little fella ran off. We were being pretty quiet so we wouldn't spook him and have him piss all over. At least he can see, eat and drink now. Perhaps he'll get the lid off on his own. It was by far the most interesting part of the day. Edited October 8, 2013 by Yeoldetool Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sgt1146 7 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 Looks like range day to me...lmao. Seen something like that when I was at the Gunk. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
termite 463 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 That tail did come up, but good for the little guy. I wonder if the "recuser" had of gotten sprayed, would ya'll have let him back around any of you? Never seen a skunk down here, but the wife told me today at dinner, Oh Yeh, I past a big ass hog up on the road coming home, it looked like it'd just been hit". She said it was still flopping a little bit, so it would have still been OK to get and process, but NO, she wouldn't have any of that, that was ROAD KILL. Hell, even 100 lbs. of free range hog is still good meat, after cutting away any damage. He'll most likely be a good dinner for the coyotes tonight. I think the day is coming when road kill will taste pretty good, especially on the grill. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
XD45 7,124 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 People are pigs. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted October 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 (edited) Termite, I'm pretty sure he would have gotten in the shower pretty quick. We have a shower available right in the building for decontamination. It was a concern, though. Edited October 8, 2013 by Yeoldetool Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sgt1146 7 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 Hey tool...I think CS is a touch different that skunk piss...One comes off with Dawn and the other Tomato juice. Been hit with both (CS multiple..Skunk once)and the CS comes off alot easier but burns waaaay more! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted October 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 Both are NASTY! LOL Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Long Shot 1,287 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 Man you got more balls than me. I stay way clear of skunks. Never would have got any closer than shotgun range no mater how cute and sad that little bastard was. We got a skunk problem around here. My dog got into one this morning. They seem to have had a population explosion the last couple years. That was the funniest thing I've seen in a while. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gunfun 3,931 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 I've heard that skunks are kind of viciuos, but I've known of a few who made pets of them... I'd be pretty careful about getting bit or something, but that guy is braver than me. As for the spray, Isn't that why your department pays for dry cleaning? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
poolingmyignorance 2,191 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 I've heard that skunks are kind of viciuos, but I've known of a few who made pets of them... I'd be pretty careful about getting bit or something, but that guy is braver than me. As for the spray, Isn't that why your department pays for dry cleaning? Skunks, raccoons and bats are the top carrier of rabies. Kudos to those who put themselves aside to help an animal in distress, but man. That'd be a hell of a price to pay for doing the right thing. (is it still 18 shots in the belly button? Or did they finally come up with a new method?) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gunfun 3,931 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 As of about 3-4 years ago the popular rabies regimen was 7 shots, but I think an 11 shot battery is common too. They are unpleasant and expensive. A friend of mine was car camping across the country and woke up to a coyote gnawing on his foot. I think it was just under $3K and it cut his trip short. Since he wasn't traveling, he hung around with my friends and ended up meeting the girl he married, so he thinks it was a good deal. Apparently if you don't get to the hospital within a certain time window you have to take the 11 shot battery and he just squeaked in in time for the 7 shot. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
siminov 164 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 LMAO!! Awesome, good job! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
poolingmyignorance 2,191 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 As of about 3-4 years ago the popular rabies regimen was 7 shots, but I think an 11 shot battery is common too. They are unpleasant and expensive. A friend of mine was car camping across the country and woke up to a coyote gnawing on his foot. I think it was just under $3K and it cut his trip short. Since he wasn't traveling, he hung around with my friends and ended up meeting the girl he married, so he thinks it was a good deal. Apparently if you don't get to the hospital within a certain time window you have to take the 11 shot battery and he just squeaked in in time for the 7 shot. Yea I wasn't sure. When we were kids my cousin decided he's catch a bat and play with it. He had to go through 18. Considering the consequences are 90% death 10% crippling brain damage, it's an easy decision. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Capt Nemo 882 Posted October 9, 2013 Report Share Posted October 9, 2013 Actually, descented skunks are really affectionate pets. Damn near next best thing to a dog! Too bad they get a bad rap from rabies. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sccritterkiller 473 Posted October 9, 2013 Report Share Posted October 9, 2013 I've heard that skunks are kind of viciuos, but I've known of a few who made pets of them... I'd be pretty careful about getting bit or something, but that guy is braver than me. As for the spray, Isn't that why your department pays for dry cleaning? You ought to see what they will do to honey beehive....down right mean. Mater juice with chunked up taters in it is the best thing I have found to get it off you..wash rinse repeat...after about the 3rd time you may have to start with fresh juice and taters.just burn your clothes it's not worth the hassle trying to get the smell out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Capt Nemo 882 Posted October 9, 2013 Report Share Posted October 9, 2013 Skunk Stuff kills that smell pretty quick if you like smelling like mint. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Remek 771 Posted October 9, 2013 Report Share Posted October 9, 2013 Skunk Stuff kills that smell pretty quick if you like smelling like mint. Would you spray it on your privys? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mancat 2,368 Posted October 9, 2013 Report Share Posted October 9, 2013 dang man 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Capt Nemo 882 Posted October 9, 2013 Report Share Posted October 9, 2013 Skunk Stuff kills that smell pretty quick if you like smelling like mint. Would you spray it on your privys? Would be better than than this stuff! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLlGcNlseR0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YOT 3,743 Posted October 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2013 I'll take skunk piss or either of those other things over this..... http://youtu.be/hHaCJozZ5c4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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