Taxidermists in Madison County, Arkansas

Madison County offers rugged terrain that produces heavy-racked bucks and big mountain bears. When you finally down a trophy in the Ozark National Forest or on private land near Huntsville, you need a local professional to handle the mount. There are 2 taxidermists currently serving the county, with shops located in Huntsville and Witter.

These local taxidermists understand the anatomy of regional game, from whitetail deer to spring gobblers. Whether you are dropping off a cape at Sleepy Hollow Taxidermy in Witter or bringing in a bird from the river bottoms, these shops provide the specific finishing work required for a lasting display. Having a taxidermist close to your hunting grounds makes transport easier and ensures the hide is cared for quickly.

2 taxidermists in Madison County

Serving Huntsville, Witter.

Cartmell's Wild Game Meat Processing

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Huntsville, AR

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Sleepy Hollow Taxidermy

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Witter, AR

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Using taxidermists in Madison County

A taxidermist takes your cape and antlers, preps and tans the hide, then mounts the animal on a form. Most shops want the cape caped out and frozen, or the whole head delivered cold and unfrozen within a day or two of the kill.

What to ask before you commit

What is your current turnaround time, in months?
Do you tan in-house or send hides out?
What deposit do you require, and is it applied to the final price?
Can I see finished mounts of the same species?
How should I care for the cape before I bring it in?

What it usually costs

Shoulder mounts commonly run several hundred to well over a thousand dollars depending on species, form and finish work. European mounts are typically the least expensive option. Deposits of 30-50% are standard.

Timing matters

Get the cape cold fast. Do not salt or freeze a cape you plan to have mounted without asking the shop first — hair slip from a warm hide is the single most common ruined mount.

Other services in Madison County

Meat Processors (2)