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If your dog managed to actually get close to the skunk and attack it, he may end up with a mouthful of skunk oil. There is not enough mouthwash in the world to eliminate this odor. You can take care of the skunk smell on the hair and skin of the dog, but if it’s in his mouth, you have an entirely different dilemma.<\/p>\n
Brushing your dog’s teeth may help a bit – you can use a tiny bit of peroxide on the toothbrush to help rid the mouth of odors, but peroxide may make your dog vomit if he swallows it or if you use too much.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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