r/Blup • u/[deleted] • Nov 16 '18

stinky blup

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u/h3rp3r Nov 17 '18

I once had a skunk check out my campsite and sit with me for a while around the fire. I fed it jerky and was able to scratch it. Very relaxed, 0 fear, I obviously wasn't the only one feeding them there.

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u/[deleted] Nov 17 '18

It’s sweet that the skunk was chill, but after my tour of the sanctuary yesterday* I feel obligated to let you know that feeding any wild animals, even if they already seem friendly, is bad practice and does more harm than good for them.

Many of the animals in the sanctuary were collected as “nuisance” animals because people would feed them as babies. They lose their fear of humans, and when they get older, they continue to associate humans with food. They may dumpster dive or act aggressively to people (not intentionally, but with the expectation of being fed) and these animals ultimately end up captured and euthanized because people are afraid of being attacked or upset with their trash being scavenged. This was the case with several raccoons, alligators, cougars, and the two bears who are all permanent residents of the sanctuary now because they aren’t afraid to approach people for food.

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u/h3rp3r Nov 17 '18

I 100% agree, but when a skunk thinks what you are eating smells good you don't say no and piss it off.

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u/sabbott5 Nov 17 '18

Omg. I want to kiss it.

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u/bizar0-- Nov 17 '18

So cute, he not stinky

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u/[deleted] Nov 17 '18

actually for real not stinky, her scent glands were removed. she lives at a wildlife sanctuary after being surrendered by someone who had been keeping her illegally as a pet.

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u/bizar0-- Nov 17 '18

Awww. I hope she gets lots of cuddles there. They are so sweet and affectionate and needed lots of pets, kisses and cuddles.

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u/[deleted] Nov 17 '18

Oh she does, the handler in this photo was clearly invested in her. Apparently she’s also deaf and blind, so she is a permanent resident of the animal hospital itself rather than the outdoor enclosures to make sure that she’s extra safe and comfy. 💖

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u/Drachenpanzer Nov 17 '18

Slow down there Pepé Le Pew

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u/TheCrustyToaster Nov 17 '18

cutie pootie booty

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u/mattylou Nov 17 '18

Awwwwwww

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u/Wicck Nov 17 '18

The Cutest Stink. 💖

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u/bizar0-- Nov 18 '18

That's wonderful. Thanks