Taxidermists in Bexar County, Texas

Bexar County hunters don’t have to travel far to find a reliable shop after a successful season. With local options stretching from Helotes down through San Antonio and over to Selma, you can get your mount dropped off quickly without leaving the metro area. These shops handle a wide range of work, including native whitetail, feral hogs, and the exotic species often found on nearby Hill Country ranches.

If you are looking for a specific specialist, shops like Cypress Slough Taxidermy in Selma focus on waterfowl and big game work. Most local taxidermists are familiar with the standard shoulder mounts and European mounts preferred by South Texas hunters. Check with each professional regarding their current turnaround times and specific drop-off instructions before you head in with your harvest.

3 taxidermists in Bexar County

Serving Helotes, San Antonio, Selma.

Using taxidermists in Bexar 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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