Taxidermists in Jefferson County, Kentucky

Jefferson County offers limited options for local taxidermy, but hunters in the Louisville area can find specialized services within the city limits. Bourbon & Buck Taxidermy operates in Louisville, handling common Kentucky game like whitetail deer and wild turkey. Since this is a high-traffic area for sportsmen, it is usually best to call ahead and check current turnaround times before the season starts.

Most shops here focus on traditional shoulder mounts and European mounts for local harvests. If you take a buck along the Ohio River bottomlands or in the nearby knobs, having a shop nearby makes the drop-off process much simpler. Always verify their experience with specific waterfowl or predators if you are looking for work beyond standard big game.

1 taxidermist in Jefferson County

Serving Louisville.

Bourbon & Buck Taxidermy

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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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