Skunk and live trap
You or your pets can get rabies from a bite or even just a scratch from a rabid animal. Skunks are nocturnal so if you see one during the day, that's the first sign that you may be dealing with a rabid skunk. Contrary to popular belief, a rabid animal doesn't always foam at the mouth, so you may not see such an obvious sign. I completely agree about getting rid of skunks. Rabies aside, they can spray up to 16 feet. And they can be extremely accurate up to 10 feet! I live in a rural area, so we have to take care of the skunks ourselves, but if you have animal control, call them! Don't take them on yourself if you don't have to... :) Skunks, the DIYer's exception... Tammie