Taxidermists in Jefferson County, Indiana

Jefferson County offers a solid mix of river bottom terrain and hardwood ridges that produce quality whitetails and longbeards every season. Whether you are hunting the hills near Madison or the agricultural fringes around Deputy, you need a reliable local shop to handle your trophy. These taxidermists understand the specific anatomy of Ohio River valley deer and know how to preserve a mount that lasts.

There are currently three professionals serving this area, including Dave Tuttle Taxidermy in Madison. These shops handle everything from standard shoulder mounts to small game and waterfowl work. Having a local option nearby makes it easier to drop off your harvest while it is still fresh and discuss the specific pose you want for your wall.

3 taxidermists in Jefferson County

Serving Deputy, Madison.

Using taxidermists in Jefferson 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.

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