Blossom on table in sleeping porch.
Blossom on table in sleeping porch.
Understand the exotic pet skunk before falling in love with one through a “pet skunks for sale” online ad. Enjoyable stories, tips and humor.
Except for the Internet search for “pet skunk”, there are more searches for skunks for sale and pet skunks for sale than anything else about the animal.
And I got to thinking, what is this blog useful for besides my own entertainment since I love to write and tell stories about my inspirational pet skunks.
But these stories will always hold a pet skunk care tip or three from now on. I will also try to be certain the story presents the logic of a skunk for doing what they have done. And with a message for a skunk owner or potential skunk owner in order to understand what they are getting into.
My reason is under my roof. We don’t have dozens, like Skunk Haven in Ohio, but we always do have pet skunks we adopted or rescued because their owners fell for the advertising of “pet skunks for sale”, not knowing what they exotic pet would entail, what their family would have to adjust to, and that they would need to make a skunk-proof home to keep their new pet safe. So we always take in pet skunks who are being displaced from homes who did not know what their new pet required of them.
In case you wonder what happened to your quilt, socks, briefs, winter coat.....
Pet skunks for sale is an alluring and romantic temptation.
- They are so cute, so the new skunk owner can show them off, out on a leash which will just slide off their pointed head.
- They are so snugly, a person can sleep with them and they are suffocated or someone is bit.
- They sleep all day so a prospective owner might believe they don’t really need a person to be around, that the pet skunk might need less attention than a dog or cat – when they need the person just as much.
Washing dishes for my mama.
This blog of stories is not to criticize or lecture. The stories are to give imagery of how much work and attention and adjustment of life a new pet skunk owner needs to make for the pet they have such hopes.
The stories of “pet skunks for sale” are often literal sarcastic humor after enduring many trying times in living with pet skunks.
The book I wrote, Skunk Medicine: There’s A Skunk In the House! and Other Tail-Raising Stories, could very well be retitled Pet Skunks for Sale. In fact, that might be the next book on the girls.
Grinning like an alligator.
Believe me though, they are never going to be for sale. When we adopt or rescue an animal, it is until deal us do part. We are in it for the long haul, with their gallivanting through the house at all hours, their attitudes to adjust, their sensitive health issues, and their often too early death that break our hearts every time.
Please, enjoy the stories, pass them forward to all who will. And know that the blog is rededicated to be here for this main reason – to keep pet skunks from being purchased or adopted by new owners who do not know what they are getting into. We have seen and heard of far too many human-imprinted, desaced, domestic pet skunks abandoned in old barns, on lake shores, near zoos, in forests, left in homes when the family moved. Domestic skunks that are left into the wild when they need to be in a safe home.
And no, we are not looking for more skunks to adopt. But there are skunk rescues all over the United States. People who have dedicated their lives to this lovely, dear animal.
Please read some stories before you read another Pet Skunks for Sale advertisement. Thanks.
Essa Adams is the author of Skunk Medicine: There’s A Skunk in the House! and Other Tail-Raising Stories – link is to the book on Amazon. Over thirty skunks stories, just like the ones on Pet Skunks for Sale Blog. 25% of all profits go to Skunk Haven, a rescue in Ohio.
Essa’s other novel with pet skunks as co-stars is A BREATH FLOATS BY.
Taela Souter
September 6, 2011
Hello Miss Essa Adams.. I’m not sure if I’m ready to own a baby of my own. To be honest, it’s always been a dream of mine. Skunks have been my favorite animals for a very long time. I’v been doing my research and such lately and I have visited the skunk haven website. I love it! I’m going on 19 and im in college (Comunity college two days a week). I may have a job soon aswell. I’v gotten the application for a license to own and I’m debating on waiting till I’m more settled before I adopt or not. I’m truely anxious but I dont know what I may be in for. I would love to read your books but I would love it more if you could email me with some advice.
Essa Adams
September 22, 2011
Hi there – Skunks are not a full time job, they love to sleep. They need a lot of play time too, and they need held a lot. They can turn ‘wild’ easily if they are not snuggled and gently handled. They would also turn mean and wild if they are caged. They also need someone who understands their needs. Someone who will protect them from getting into a situation where they could nip or scratch. It’s called responsible skunk ownership. Are they expensive to feed? No. They eat fresh fruit, veggies, some grain, some protein. Some people feed grubs and crickets, etc. Soem fed salmon. It’s a matter of opinion. But ther are some new skunk foods out, finally. Consider those too. And the Mazuri omnivore foods, the nuggets and ants. They do need a few necessities. For mine, Sea Calcium, Vitamin D spray on their food , a little spritz a few times a week. I also give a few drops of liquid CoQ10 a few times a week, more if there is a murmur or a reason. And I give fucoidan capsules. These are not expensive, they last a long time. I use newspapers and paper towels in the litter box and keep these changed. I play with them every day, the bounce on the blanket, the tag games with a long scarf to get their tail. There is so much to share, just read the stories, you will get ideas. Perhaps try to find a match that is suited to your time and energy. Like a dog, all are different in temperament and energy level. But I have not yet met a skunkie that does not want to be snuggled, even if they protest at first, so you need to have the time for snuggling. Best to you.
williams family
August 3, 2011
someones possible pet skunk has been in our yard now for 2 wks. Almost all white, lancaster, oh 687-4407. I haven’t smelled him yet so I think he’s been odorized!
Essa Adams
August 11, 2011
I have sent this info to Skunk Haven in Ohio. You have also privately been sent their contact info and directions from me on what you can do to assist. Thank you for contacting us and trying to help. If the skunk is domestic, someone will be taking her into their home and finding a good adopted family for her or him, whichever. Thank you!
Stephanie P Agnew Bunch
July 21, 2011
I am a skunk FREAK! I have two girls and I love them beyond words!I hope to adopt another soon. They were right when they said you cant just have one! Make sure you do all your homework and know exactley what you getting into. Its not like feeding a dog or cat. They need supplements of calcium,vitamins and regular vet checks to make sure they are healthy and blood levels are all in check. That is if you want a happy and healthy skunk that will live many years! Ive read to many sad stories and even my oldest wasnt properly fed before I got her and we are always playing catch up because she now has joint issues and low calcium. Thank goodness she now has us! Please everyne, make sure yourready to commit just ike a baby! And the rewards
are threefold. I love my skunkers!
Stephanie
Essa Adams
August 11, 2011
We had so many trials feeding skunks in the last fifteen years. We now do it right, but there were so many sad situations because we didn’t know or followed bad advice from so called experts. I should share more of what I have learned, it would help.
Greg
January 26, 2011
I am a former ferret owner. Great pets. Seeing as ferrets and skunks are very similar (family mustlida) is there a rabies vaccine? I’m thinking that is the reason many states make it illegal to own skunks. What are your thoughts? Could you send me an email? Thanks.
Essa Adams
August 11, 2011
You are correct, the rabies controversy is why the ownership of skunks is illegal in so many states. There is not a recognized rabies vaccine for skunks yet even though the vaccine used on dogs is used on our domestic skunks. Also skunks actually were named their own family recently. http://www.skunkhaven.net/SkunkIntro.htm See this link for the family tree. The rabies info link is at the bottom of the page. Thanks for reading and asking questions. Fun!
macy
December 12, 2010
im looking for a baby skunk nutered and sprayed have any e-mail me! from: a skunky lover friend
Essa Adams
January 13, 2011
Check for the best breeders. The site is to entertain and educate. Best of wishes to you and your new baby when you find one. Write back with questions and stories.
leann
November 16, 2010
i have experience w many different animals i have always wanted to have a pet skunk. im 29, i am working on becomming a conservation officer for michigan. i seen your website and wondered if you possibly had a baby that needs a great home.
Essa Adams
January 13, 2011
Some states do not approve pet skunks. Is Michigan one of them?
Talabit
July 25, 2011
In Michigan you need a permit from the DNR to own a skunk but it is not a difficult process
Essa Adams
August 11, 2011
Same here.
Lorind Varnum
August 10, 2010
I am looking to buy a skunk for my 17 year old? Any ideas where and how much they cost?
jerilyn
July 27, 2010
hello,
me and my dad are looking for pet skunks cause my animal recently passed away and my dad had a pet skunk when he was little and i think it would be awsome to have one.
so if you have anything please email me.
thank you