Josh Brockhoeft Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Mandeville, Louisiana

(985) 789-1487306 Marigny Ave, Mandeville, LA 70448View on Yelp

About Josh Brockhoeft Taxidermy

Josh Brockhoeft Taxidermy is based in Mandeville, Louisiana, sitting on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain in St. Tammany Parish. This part of Louisiana is serious hunting and fishing country, with deer, duck, and bass seasons drawing sportsmen from across the region every year. Local hunters and anglers who want their trophies preserved by someone who understands the local wildlife will find a provider right in their backyard. If you're bringing in a buck from the Bogue Chitto bottom or a redfish from the lake, a north shore taxidermist knows exactly what you've got.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Josh Brockhoeft Taxidermy handles the full range of work hunters and anglers need after a successful season. Deer shoulder mounts are a staple, involving careful skinning, form selection, and hand-finishing to capture a lifelike pose. Fish mounts, whether replica or skin-mount, recreate the color and scale detail of your catch. Bird work, including ducks and geese that are plentiful along the Pontchartrain flyway, requires detailed feather placement and accurate eye positioning to look natural in any setting.

Service Area

Josh Brockhoeft Taxidermy serves Mandeville and the surrounding St. Tammany Parish communities, including Covington, Madisonville, and Slidell. Clients from across the north shore regularly use this studio for their hunting and fishing trophies. The studio is a convenient option for anyone coming off the Causeway or traveling through the I-12 corridor.

Frequently Asked Questions

How soon after harvesting my deer should I bring it in?
You should get your cape to the taxidermist as quickly as possible, ideally within 24 hours of the kill. Heat and improper storage cause hair slippage, which can ruin the cape and make a quality mount impossible.
Do you do replica fish mounts or skin mounts?
Both options are available depending on what you prefer. Replica mounts are made from fiberglass and hold up better over time, while skin mounts use the actual fish and are preferred by clients who want the original specimen preserved.
What information do I need to provide when dropping off my animal?
You'll want to bring the date of harvest, the location, and the measurements of your animal, especially for fish mounts where accurate sizing is critical. This helps the taxidermist select the right form and recreate the most realistic result.
How long does a deer shoulder mount take?
Most deer shoulder mounts take anywhere from six months to over a year, depending on the studio's current workload and the time of year you bring it in. Fall and early winter are the busiest periods, so expect longer wait times during deer season.
Can you mount ducks and other waterfowl?
Yes, duck and goose mounts are common work for Louisiana taxidermists given the strong waterfowl hunting along the flyway. You'll want to wrap the bird carefully and freeze it solid until you can drop it off.
What's the best way to preserve a fish before bringing it to a taxidermist?
Wrap the fish in a wet cloth, place it in a sealed bag, and freeze it as flat as possible to avoid bending the fins. Avoid wrapping directly in newspaper, as the ink can affect the skin and scales.

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