Taxidermists in Collin County, Texas

Collin County has become heavily developed, but hunters still bring in plenty of deer and feral hogs from the surrounding brush and bottomlands. When you get a trophy down, you need a local shop that understands the anatomy of Texas game. Having a professional nearby in Allen or Blue Ridge saves you a long drive into Dallas when you are trying to get a cape into the freezer.

There are currently two established taxidermists serving this area, including Trophy House Taxidermy in Blue Ridge. These shops handle everything from standard shoulder mounts to custom European mounts. Whether you pulled a buck out of the North Texas timber or just got back from an out-of-state trip, these local options provide reliable wildlife artistry close to home.

2 taxidermists in Collin County

Serving Allen, Blue Ridge.

Tony Foster Taxidermy

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Allen, TX

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Trophy House Taxidermy

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Blue Ridge, TX

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Using taxidermists in Collin 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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