Sagebrush Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Houston, Texas

(713) 562-83581542 Gardenia Dr, Houston, TX 77018View on Yelp
Sagebrush Taxidermy - taxidermy in Houston, TX

About Sagebrush Taxidermy

Sagebrush Taxidermy operates out of Houston, Texas, one of the largest cities in the country and a hub for hunters and anglers returning from trips across the Gulf Coast, Hill Country, and South Texas brush lands. Houston's location gives local taxidermists access to a wide variety of game, from white-tailed deer and hogs to redfish and flounder. If you're looking for a taxidermist who understands the regional species and the pride hunters take in their trophies, this shop is worth a call at (713) 562-8358.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Sagebrush Taxidermy handles the full range of work you'd expect from a Texas shop, including shoulder mounts and full body mounts for big game like deer, hogs, and exotics. Fish mounts are a natural specialty given Houston's proximity to Galveston Bay and the Gulf, where anglers regularly bring in impressive catches worth preserving. Bird mounts, skull cleaning, and antler mounting round out the typical offerings. Each mount involves careful skinning, preservation, and hand-finishing to match the animal's natural coloring and posture.

Service Area

Sagebrush Taxidermy is based in Houston and serves customers throughout the greater Houston metro area. Hunters and anglers from Katy, Pasadena, Sugar Land, and surrounding communities regularly bring in their specimens. The shop's central Houston location makes it accessible from most parts of the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

How soon after harvest should I bring in my deer cape?
Ideally, you should get your cape to the taxidermist within 24 to 48 hours of the harvest, especially in Texas heat. If you can't bring it in right away, cape it out and freeze it as quickly as possible to prevent slippage and hair loss.
What's the typical turnaround time for a shoulder mount?
Most shoulder mounts take anywhere from six months to over a year, depending on the shop's current workload and the complexity of the job. It's best to ask for an estimated timeline when you drop off your specimen.
Can you mount a fish I caught in Galveston Bay?
Yes, fish mounts are a common request from Houston-area anglers targeting redfish, flounder, and speckled trout in the bay. A good taxidermist will either use your actual fish skin or create a reproduction mount from measurements and photos.
What's the difference between a skin mount and a reproduction mount for fish?
A skin mount uses the actual fish's skin stretched over a form, while a reproduction is a fiberglass replica painted to match your specific fish. Reproductions are often preferred because they're more durable and allow you to release the fish alive.
Do you handle exotic game animals from Texas ranches?
Many Houston-area taxidermists are experienced with exotic species from Hill Country and South Texas ranches, including axis deer, blackbuck, and nilgai. It's worth calling ahead to confirm the shop has experience with your specific animal.
How should I care for a finished mount at home?
Keep your mount away from direct sunlight and high humidity, both of which can fade colors and damage the hide over time. Light dusting with a soft brush is usually all the regular maintenance a mount needs.

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