Can the skunk hurt your do The dog was sprayed in face.?

If an unfortunate encounter with a skunk happens to include getting face-sprayed, the good news is the skunk’s spray isn’t lethal - it might leave a foul-smelling mess (for both pet and pet parent!) and the smell can also cause mild, transient respiratory issues such as a temporary burning sensation of the eyes, coughing, even nausea, especially to pets with breathing challenges or a more severe respiratory history.