Al Haines Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Whippany, New Jersey

(973) 477-2058, Whippany, NJ 07981View on Yelp
Al Haines Taxidermy - taxidermy in Whippany, NJ

About Al Haines Taxidermy

Al Haines Taxidermy is based in Whippany, a community within Hanover Township in Morris County, New Jersey. The area sits in the middle of some of the state's most active suburban hunting territory, with deer populations throughout the Watchung Mountains and along the Whippany River corridor. A shop with a real person's name attached to it often signals hands-on, owner-operated work rather than a high-volume production environment. For hunters in this part of Morris County who want their trophy handled with personal attention, Al Haines Taxidermy is a local option worth considering.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Shoulder mounts are the bread and butter of most NJ taxidermy shops, involving careful skinning, form selection, and detailed finishing work on facial features like eyes, nose, and mouth. Full body mounts are also available for hunters who want to preserve an exceptional animal in its entirety, which requires significantly more time and materials. Fish mounts serve the bass and trout fishermen who frequent Morris County's lakes and streams, with options for both skin preservation and fiberglass replicas. Antler mounting and European skull mounts give hunters simpler, more affordable display options for animals they want to remember without a full skin mount.

Service Area

Al Haines Taxidermy serves hunters and anglers in Whippany and the broader Morris County area of New Jersey. The shop is easily accessible from nearby communities like Parsippany, Morris Plains, and East Hanover. Its central location in northern New Jersey also puts it within reasonable reach for customers coming from Essex and Bergen Counties.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose between a shoulder mount and a European skull mount?
Shoulder mounts preserve the full head and neck with the hide intact and are the most traditional trophy display. European skull mounts are cleaned-bone displays that cost less and take up less wall space, making them a great option if you want to remember the animal without a full mount.
What poses are available for a deer shoulder mount?
Common poses include straight ahead, semi-sneak, upright alert, and turning left or right at various angles. Your taxidermist can show you form options and help you pick a pose that fits your wall space and matches the animal's personality as you remember it from the hunt.
Can you mount a fish if I only have a photo?
Yes, many taxidermists can produce a painted fiberglass replica from detailed photos and measurements, which is actually a more durable long-term option than a skin mount. If you practice catch-and-release, this lets you commemorate your catch without keeping the fish.
Do you handle bear or other large game?
Many NJ taxidermists work with black bear, which is legally hunted in parts of the state. Large game mounts require bigger forms and more materials, so pricing and turnaround time are both higher than a standard deer mount.
Is a deposit required when I drop off my animal?
Most taxidermists require a deposit at drop-off, typically ranging from 25 to 50 percent of the total price. This covers the cost of materials like forms and eyes that the shop orders specifically for your piece.
How do I know my mount is actually my animal and not a mix-up?
Reputable shops tag each specimen at intake with a work order number that stays with the hide or skin throughout the entire process. It's worth asking about this procedure at drop-off if it gives you peace of mind, and most established taxidermists are happy to explain their tracking system.

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