Taxidermists in Rosebud County, Montana

Rosebud County offers diverse hunting opportunities, from mule deer in the sagebrush to elk in the ponderosa pine breaks. When you harvest a trophy along the Yellowstone River or in the surrounding backcountry, finding a local professional to handle the hide and antlers is the next step. Having a shop nearby simplifies the drop-off process and ensures your cape stays in good condition during the initial stages of preservation.

There is currently one taxidermy service listed for the county, located in Forsyth. Cottonwood Creek Taxidermy provides mounting services for hunters coming out of the field in the central part of the county. Whether you are after a big game shoulder mount or a specialty piece, working with a local professional who understands the specific anatomy of Montana game helps preserve the memory of your hunt.

2 taxidermists in Rosebud County

Serving Forsyth.

Cottonwood Creek Taxidermy

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Western Wildlife Art Taxidermy Studio

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Using taxidermists in Rosebud 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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