Taxidermists in Lake County, Ohio

Lake County hunters working the Lake Erie shoreline or the inland brush have a few local options for mount work. Whether you are bringing in a limit of divers from the lake or a buck from the Perry area, these shops handle the preservation process. Having a local professional nearby makes it easier to drop off your harvest while the hide is still fresh and discuss the specific pose you want for your trophy.

You will find shops located in Eastlake, Mentor, and Perry that handle various game. North Coast Taxidermy is one of the spots available for those coming off a hunt in the eastern part of the county. These three taxidermists provide specialized services for waterfowl, upland birds, and white-tailed deer. Dealing with someone in the county saves you a long drive and keeps your business within the local hunting community.

3 taxidermists in Lake County

Serving Eastlake, Mentor, Perry.

Using taxidermists in Lake 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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