Taxidermists in Mills County, Iowa

If you take a deer or some waterfowl in the Loess Hills of Mills County, you need a local shop that understands the specific anatomy of Western Iowa game. The rugged terrain here produces heavy-bodied bucks, and getting the shoulder mount right requires a professional who knows how to work with those larger capes. Having a taxidermist nearby makes it much easier to drop off your trophy while the hide is still fresh.

There is currently one specialized shop available in the Glenwood area. Dead End Taxidermy handles local mounts, providing a convenient option for hunters coming off the Missouri River bottoms or the surrounding timber. Whether you are looking for a standard European mount or a full shoulder display, keeping your business in the county saves you a long drive to the metro areas and keeps your trophy in capable hands close to home.

1 taxidermist in Mills County

Serving Glenwood.

Dead End Taxidermy

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Glenwood, IA

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Using taxidermists in Mills 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.