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Taxidermists in Lucas County, Ohio

Lucas County hunters coming back from the marshes or woodlots have a couple of local options for professional mounting services. Whether you took a buck near the Oak Openings or a limit of mallards off the lake, these shops handle standard shoulder mounts, waterfowl, and small game. Having a taxidermist nearby in Toledo or Oregon makes it easier to drop off your trophy while the hide is still fresh.

True-to-Life Taxidermy in Toledo is one of the spots available to help preserve your season. Both shops in the county focus on natural poses and durable finishes that hold up over time. It is best to call ahead to discuss turn-around times and specific prep requirements before you bring your harvest in for work.

2 taxidermists in Lucas County

Serving Oregon, Toledo.

Using taxidermists in Lucas 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 Lucas County

Meat Processors (4)Drone Pilots (2)Official Scorers (1)

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