Taxidermists in Cattaraugus County, New York

Cattaraugus County provides diverse hunting opportunities, from the heavy timber of Allegany State Park to the rolling farmland across the northern townships. Whether you are tracking whitetails in the brush or calling in spring gobblers, the local terrain produces high-quality game year after year. Hunters in this region often need reliable local services to preserve a successful harvest after the season ends.

One local option for these services is located in the town of Cattaraugus. Creekside Taxidermy- NY works with hunters to handle mounts and preservation needs within the county. Having a professional nearby simplifies the logistics of getting your trophy from the field to the shop while the hide is still fresh.

1 taxidermist in Cattaraugus County

Serving Cattaraugus.

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Using taxidermists in Cattaraugus 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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