Special to the Star-Herald
The skunks are here. Yes, once again, my dog Zoe, the same dog who sleeps in my bed, has been “skunked.” Yes, the recipe is simple, but the task of washing her yet again is tiring. The recipe for getting the skunk smell off is: 1 quart hydrogen peroxide, one-quarter cup of baking soda and a few drops of dish soap. I get the dog all wet, soak the dog to the skin, mix the ingredients and apply to the fur, then work down into the skin. I leave it on her for a bit, possibly five minutes, and rinse. Then I follow with a bath with good-smelling deodorizing shampoo. It works good, until the dog gets wet again, then the smell tends to return, but not to the degree of the original hosing. I am not sure what the purpose of skunks are, but they are definitely keeping me busy so far this spring.
Photo courtesy of Christine Robinson
STUDENT MAKES DONATION — Andrea Day had to do a leadership project for a class at NMCC. She chose to do it at Maine Public Service. Day is pictured with the items she collected and recently brought to the Central Aroostook Humane Society.
Again, we are supporting the ASPCA in declaring April Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month and showing our commitment by “Going Orange.”
Did you know that abuse of animals is almost always an indicator that there is abuse going on in the home? Someone who would abuse an animal will most likely abuse a person. What that means is that by reporting animal abuse, you may actually be preventing people from being abused as well. Most serial killers were first animal abusers. Recognizing children who abuse or disrespect animals is so important in preventing a life of abuse. It is up to us as adults to teach our children to be kind and to respect animals. If you would like more information or educational materials, the shelter has a library of educational materials that you can go through and find the information that you want, just give us a call to set up a time.
We will be at the Kiwanis Show this coming weekend promoting our Go Orange! Stop by our booth; we will have dog biscuits and educational material, also door prizes and much more. Show your support to help stamp out animal cruelty in our area.
If you are looking for a friend for life, please consider the Central Aroostook Humane Society your first option. We have many wonderful animals waiting for loving homes. You can visit us online at www.centralaroostookhumanesociety.org or give us a call at 764-3441.
Please have your pets spayed and neutered.
