Taxidermists in Shelby County, Kentucky

Shelby County provides plenty of opportunities for hunters chasing whitetails and small game across its rolling farmland and woodlots. When you land a trophy buck or a unique bird in the Shelbyville area, you need a local professional who understands how to preserve the animal. Having a reliable shop nearby makes it easier to drop off your harvest while the hide is fresh, ensuring the best possible results for your mount.

Lear's Taxidermy & Deer Processing in Shelbyville currently serves the county, offering both mounting services and meat processing. This setup is convenient for hunters who want to handle their trophy and their venison in one stop. Whether you are looking for a standard shoulder mount or specialized work, these local experts help you preserve your hunt without traveling far from the field.

1 taxidermist in Shelby County

Serving Shelbyville.

Lear's Taxidermy & Deer Processing

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Shelbyville, KY

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Using taxidermists in Shelby 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 Shelby County

Meat Processors (2)Bow Shops (1)