Taxidermists in Albany County, New York

Hunters in Albany County typically work the hardwood ridges and agricultural edges throughout the Helderbergs for whitetail and turkey. When you pull a bird or a buck out of the local woods, finding a nearby shop to handle the mount simplifies the logistics of getting your trophy from the field to the wall. Having a professional in the area means you do not have to drive far to drop off your cape or caped-out skull.

There is currently one taxidermy service listed in Albany, which provides local options for sportsmen in the capital region. HUNTAFO handles work for those hunting within the county or returning from trips elsewhere. A local shop understands the specific anatomy of New York deer and can help preserve the results of your season.

2 taxidermists in Albany County

Serving Albany.

HUNTAFO

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Rolling Hills Taxidermy

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Using taxidermists in Albany 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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