Taxidermists in Kent County, Michigan

Kent County offers taxidermy services for hunters across West Michigan looking to preserve a trophy. Whether you take a buck in the local woodlots or bring back birds from the lakeshore, these shops handle common game found throughout the Grand River valley. You can find specialists in the area who deal with everything from shoulder mounts to specialized bird work.

The current listings feature professionals located in Grand Rapids and Lowell. Naber's Taxidermy Inc is one of the options available for those coming out of the city or nearby state game areas. These local shops understand the anatomy of Michigan whitetails and waterfowl, ensuring your mount looks right for years.

2 taxidermists in Kent County

Serving Grand Rapids, Lowell.

Naber's Taxidermy Inc

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Grand Rapids, MI

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Last Flight Waterfowl Taxidermy

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Lowell, MI

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Using taxidermists in Kent 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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