Fortunately, it is not hard to trap skunks but after you have trapped them, do you know where you should relocate them? When trapping a skunk, make sure you use a cage that is large enough and also make sure you set the trap in places frequented by skunks. The trap should be set firmly and it should be properly baited. Once you have trapped a skunk, the next step involves relocating it in a safe place.
Handle carefully
However, before relocating the skunk, make sure you handle it very carefully as one misstep could mean it will spray you and that is not something you want it to do. Keep in mind there are several dangers you have to face when dealing with or transferring the trapped animal. Once you have successfully trapped the skunk, the next step involves transporting it to a safe place.
Relocate in a wooded area
Ideally, you should take the trapped skunk to a wooded area but make sure that you do not release the skunk near a playing area. Also, make sure you do not release the skunk near your home or near your pets. It is recommended that you drive with the trapped animal for at least five miles before thinking about relocating it.
Relocate in an approved place
Even after you have driven the required distance, you have to make sure that you are going to release the skunk in a place that is approved for relocation. Make sure you relocate the trapped skunk in a legal part of your area. Keep in mind that your state may prohibit you from relocating the skunk. So, make sure it is legal to relocate the skunk before trapping it.
Relocate at least 10 miles from your property
It is important that you drive with the trapped animal for the required distance. Some experts recommend that you drive the animal ten miles from your property. So, try to relocate the skunk as far as possible from your home because otherwise it can pick up your smell and return. When transporting the skunk, make sure you try to keep it calm. This can be achieved by using a blanket to cover the cage or you can also think about using a plastic cover which can be wrapped around the cage throughout the drive.
The bottom line is you should try to relocate the skunk in a wooded area because that is where they are at their best. Not only will the skunk relocated in a wooded area have a good chance of survival but also it will find food in the form of nuts, fruits and foliage. Thus, this will prove to be a humane method of relocating the animal.
Finally, make sure you only relocate the skunk in an area where it is legal to relocate it. There are laws regarding how much distance you can drive the trapped animal and there are also laws related to crossing state lines. Some states even prohibit relocation of skunks. If this is the case in your state, then you may consider euthanizing the animal.
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