Chet’s Animal House Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Hoover, Alabama

(205) 337-94111394 Lake Trace Ln, Hoover, AL 35244View on Yelp

About Chet’s Animal House Taxidermy

Chet's Animal House Taxidermy operates out of Hoover, Alabama, one of the largest suburbs in the Birmingham metro area. Hoover sits in Jefferson and Shelby counties, giving it easy access to hunters and anglers from across central Alabama. The name suggests a studio with personality, and the Birmingham suburbs have a solid base of trophy hunters who want quality preservation work close to home. You can reach the studio directly at (205) 337-9411 to talk through your project before bringing anything in.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Chet's Animal House handles the kind of work central Alabama sportsmen bring in after a successful season. Whitetail deer mounts, including shoulder, pedestal, and European skull options, are a staple of any Alabama taxidermy studio given the state's strong deer hunting culture. Full-body mounts for predators, furbearers, and game animals require detailed work on musculature and expression, turning a harvested animal into a lifelike display piece. Fish mounts, both skin and reproduction styles, serve the bass anglers and lake fishermen who fish Lay Lake, Logan Martin, and other nearby waters.

Service Area

Chet's Animal House Taxidermy serves Hoover and the surrounding Birmingham metro, including communities like Vestavia Hills, Pelham, and Alabaster. Customers from throughout central Alabama's Jefferson and Shelby County areas make this a convenient option. It's also accessible to hunters coming in from the rural areas east and south of Birmingham.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of animals can Chet's Animal House Taxidermy mount?
Most full-service taxidermy studios handle deer, turkey, fish, small game, predators, and birds. It's always worth calling ahead with your specific species to confirm availability and pricing, especially for less common animals.
How much does a whitetail deer shoulder mount cost in the Hoover area?
Pricing varies based on the form style, pose, and finishing details, but deer shoulder mounts in Alabama typically fall in the range of a few hundred to several hundred dollars. Calling Chet's directly at (205) 337-9411 is the best way to get a current, accurate quote.
Can I get a full-body mount done for a large game animal?
Full-body mounts are significantly more involved than shoulder mounts and require more time, materials, and space to display. Most taxidermists offer them for deer, predators, and furbearers, but pricing and turnaround will be higher. Discuss your vision with the studio upfront to make sure it's a good fit.
Do Birmingham-area taxidermists work with trophy deer taken out of state?
Yes, most local studios are happy to work on animals harvested anywhere, as long as you have the appropriate documentation for any species that requires it. Interstate transport of legally harvested game is generally straightforward, but it's worth double-checking regulations for the state where the animal was taken.
Is it possible to get a rug mount done for a black bear or deer hide?
Rug mounts are a classic display option that preserves the full hide with a felt backing and sometimes a mounted head. They work well for bear, deer, and large predators. Ask the studio about their experience with rug mounts specifically, since the finishing work on the border and head requires attention to detail.
How do I know if my deer cape is still in good enough condition to mount?
Capes that were kept cold, properly skinned, and not left in the field too long are usually viable for mounting. Slippage, where the hair begins to separate from the skin, is the main concern with improperly handled capes. Bring it in as soon as possible and let the taxidermist assess it directly.

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