The Town of Wethersfield is urging pet owners to be wary and to keep their dogs on a leash in public spaces.
The friendly canine was found roaming a wooded area in town on Saturday, police said.
February is a prime month for skunk activity and the Wethersfield Police Department's animal control office has sound (but smelly) advice.
Several of the 21 dogs found living in a filthy van may need to be euthanized, Wethersfield Police said.
The owner was arrested for animal cruelty.