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To prevent a shot from this deadly battery of the skunk they are disarmed while very young. When animals are young the operation is a simple one; but when performed when they are grown not more than one out of three survives the operation.
When ready for disarming, spread a burlap or gunnysack across your lap and order the assistant to bring the skunk. He must be careful to hold it by the tail, with it near the ground. The sack is then rolled around the animal; rear exposed.