Dear Heloise: You have printed remedies for removing the odor when one’s pet has had a run-in with a skunk. The best remedy I know is vinegar. It works immediately and requires no preparation or nasty cleanup. No muss, no fuss, no smell!—B.D., via e-mail

Yes, there are several remedies for getting rid of that skunky odor. Vinegar is one of the oldest, and it works pretty well. Tomato juice works fairly well since it contains vinegar, but it can be messy.

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