If you smell a little something extra pungent in the air right now, it might be because it's skunk mating season.
The Town of Cochrane is reminding residents to watch out for the love-lorn black and white striped aroma makers.
-Give them space: Skunks may be more territorial right now, so admire them from a safe distance.
-Secure your trash: Keep garbage tightly sealed to avoid attracting unwanted visitors.
-Leash your pets: Protect your pets and skunks by preventing close encounters.
-Stay alert: Be extra aware during dawn and dusk when skunks are most active.
-Spread the word: Share these tips to help everyone contribute to peaceful coexistence.
Learn more about living with wildlife: https://cochrane.pulse.ly/n6skce64do
And remember skunks aren't little Peppy La Pews wandering around the neighbourhood, they are wild animals whose personal space deserves respect lest they give you or your dog a spray full.
