Taxidermists in Portage County, Ohio

Portage County hunters have several options for preserving a harvest, with eight local shops currently operating in the area. These taxidermists are located in rural hubs like Atwater, Diamond, and Garrettsville, as well as near Ravenna and Rootstown. Whether you are coming off the Berlin Lake shoreline or private timber near Mogadore, you can find a professional nearby to handle a shoulder mount or a European mount.

The shops in this part of Northeast Ohio work on a variety of local game, including whitetail deer, waterfowl, and small mammals. Places like Betts Taxidermy in Diamond provide specialized services for those looking to commemorate a successful season. Having these craftsmen spread across the county makes it easier to drop off a cape or rack without driving into the major cities.

8 taxidermists in Portage County

Serving Atwater, Diamond, Garrettsville, Mogadore, Ravenna, Rootstown.

Using taxidermists in Portage 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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