Skunk Capture on the North Shore
At a glance: Skunks settle under porches, sheds and patios, dig up the lawn in search of worms and insects, and can spray their foul-smelling liquid in case of threat. It can also carry rabies. Our technicians capture it safely, block access under the structures and prevent its return. 24/7 service.
Skunk: foul-smelling spray and risk of rabies
Do not approach a skunk or attempt to capture it yourself. Our technicians intervene safely, at all hours.
Skunk sheet in brief
| Type | Nocturnal mammal |
| Where it is found | Under porches, sheds and patios |
| Distinguishing feature | Odour and small conical holes in the lawn |
| Main risk | Foul-smelling jet and rabies |
| Recommended Solution | Buried Metal Capture and Wire Mesh |
Recognizing the presence of a skunk
A characteristic lingering smell , small conical holes in the lawn (looking for larvae), and a burrow under a porch, shed, or patio. Skunks are most active at night.
The risks
In addition to its very difficult to eliminate jet , the skunk can carry rabies and damage lawns and light foundations when digging. The Quebec government recommends avoiding all contact.
How we intervene
We proceed to a safe capture, then we block the access under the galleries and sheds with a buried metal fence, and clear the land. The relocation of wildlife is regulated in Quebec; Our technicians respect these rules.
Preventing Skunks
Install a metal mesh of at least 5 cm, buried, around galleries and sheds, secure garbage cans, pick up fallen fruit and do not leave pet food outside.
FAQs — Skunks
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How do you keep a skunk from coming back?
Do you intervene at night?
Other animals we capture
Our technicians also intervene for raccoons, squirrels, groundhogs, bats, birds and moles. See our animal capture service.
A skunk under your porch?
24/7 secure capture, anywhere on the North Shore of Montreal — Laval, Terrebonne, Blainville, Repentigny, Mascouche and surrounding areas.