Taxidermists in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma

Pottawatomie County offers varied terrain for hunters, from the dense hardwoods near the North Canadian River to the open brush in the southern part of the county. Most guys here are targeting whitetails or local waterfowl, which means you need a taxidermist who knows how to handle Oklahoma game. Whether you drop a buck near Shawnee or pull a limit of ducks off a private pond, getting your trophy to a shop quickly is the best way to ensure a quality mount.

There is currently one established taxidermy shop listed in the county, located out in Earlsboro. Whitefield's Wildlife Taxidermy handles local mounts for hunters who want to preserve their season. When you bring in a cape or a bird, make sure to discuss the specific pose and wall space you have in mind. Having a reliable professional nearby makes it easier to drop off your harvest without driving halfway across the state after a long day in the woods.

1 taxidermist in Pottawatomie County

Serving Earlsboro.

Using taxidermists in Pottawatomie 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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