In a single day, the average American throws away about 7 pounds of garbage, according to Mercola.com. Waste disposal is expensive to the communities who have to dispose of it and to the environment. When have all seen the stories about fish or turtles getting tangled up in plastic bags the plastic rings used to hold six-packs together.

Oh, what a mess animals can make if they tip over a trash can in search of food. In this video, we see a little skunk who has gotten stuck in a cup. It is no laughing matter, he could suffocate if that cup stays on for too long! The couple in the video realize the seriousness of the situation and step in to help!

Well done! That is one lucky skunk! Please put trash in the garbage can. Securely cover up the waste stored outside and recycle when you can! Share away, people.