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Taxidermists in Dawson County, Montana

If you are hunting the breaks or the river bottoms around Glendive, you will likely need a local option to handle your trophy. Dawson County offers access to mule deer, whitetails, and pronghorn, along with rugged terrain that can make transporting an intact animal difficult. Finding a professional nearby ensures your cape or skull stays in good condition during the warm early seasons.

Badland Beetles Skull Works in Glendive provides specialized services for hunters who prefer European mounts. Having a shop right in town saves you the drive to Miles City or across the border into North Dakota. Whether you took a buck on public land or a private ranch, these local services help you get your mount started before you head home.

3 taxidermists in Dawson County

Serving Glendive.

Using taxidermists in Dawson 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 Dawson County

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