If you are looking for a great way to memorialize your pet, you have probably thought about pet preservation techniques. There are plenty of options you have available.
One of the most popular options is to freeze-dry your pet. Other pet owners may be thinking about taxidermy instead. Whether you are a pet owner, a hunter, or simply a collector, you may have accumulated a number of taxidermy mounts over the years.
If so, you might be looking to downsize your collection. If that is the case, how can you effectively get rid of your taxidermy mounts while still showing respect to the animal?
One option is for you to sell your taxidermy mount. Importantly, you cannot simply sell your mount to just anyone. There are important federal and state laws that you have to follow. Of course, every state is different. Therefore, you have to make sure you are familiar with the laws and regulations in your state if you would like to sell your taxidermy mount correctly.
Where are a few of the best places you can sell your taxidermy mount? Take a look at the list below.
1. Post Your Mount in Taxidermy Classified Ads:
If you are looking for a place to sell your taxidermy mount, one of the first places you should look is a taxidermy classified ad.
There are specific websites that can help you follow all relevant rules and regulations when you are trying to sell your taxidermy for a fair price. Importantly, most online locations segment the items for sale based on type.
For example, if you are trying to sell horns, antlers, skulls, or hides, these are very specific, and so are placed in a different area when compared to exotic animals, dogs, or cats. Most websites are also going to have a separate section where you can review the legal Information associated with selling a taxidermy mount.
That way, you can make sure you get the best price possible for your taxidermy mount while still following all relevant rules and regulations.
2. Sell Your Taxidermy to a Taxidermy Studio:
Another option you might want to consider is to sell your mount to a taxidermy studio. There are lots of collectors who are looking for ways to expand their collections.
For example, if you have an exotic animal, you might find a taxidermy studio that is willing to take it and put it on display. Before you decide to sell your taxidermy mount to a studio, take a look at the reputation of the studio. You want to make sure they are familiar with all relevant rules and regulations at the federal and state levels.
Furthermore, most of these studios will also provide you with a quote before you decide to sell it. You may want to get your taxidermy mount appraised before you part ways with it. That way, you can make sure you are getting a fair price for your taxidermy mount.
3. Hold an Estate Sale or Auction:
There might be other items you are looking to part ways with as well.
For example, if you have recently acquired a taxidermy mount because a loved one has passed away, you may be in charge of distributing the items from the estate. If nobody is interested in taking the taxidermy mounts, then you might want to hold an estate sale or auction.
Even though this is a great way to part ways with taxidermy mounts, you still need to make sure you are following the relevant rules and regulations in your area. For example, if any of the species have become endangered since they were transformed into an amount, you cannot sell them under the Endangered Species Act.
4. Locate a Professional Taxidermy Buyer:
There are also professional taxidermy buyers who might be willing to take the mount off your hands.
If you take a look at the listings in your local area, you may find a service that specializes in purchasing taxidermy mounts from other people.
Often, these are individuals who seek to simply flip the mount to someone else for a profit. Even though you might not get the best price, they are usually willing to pay for your mount quickly. They might even pay cash for it.
5. Locate a Taxidermy Preservation Service:
Finally, many services that create taxidermy mounts for other people will also be willing to purchase taxidermy mounts as well.
Often, they like to display these taxidermy mounts as a sign of the care, compassion, and respect they give to each individual animal. Therefore, take a look and see if there is a professional taxidermy preservation service in your area.
They are often knowledgeable about all rules and regulations when it comes to the sale and distribution of taxidermy mounts. Even if they are not willing to purchase your specific taxidermy mount, they might be able to help you find someone else.
Compassionate Pet Preservation Techniques:
These are just a few of the best places that are available for you to sell your taxidermy mount. If your pet has recently passed away, you may not be ready to sell your mount just yet. Instead, you may be looking for a way to memorialize the memory of your pet for years to come.
That is where we can help you. We are Animal Family Pet Preservation, and we have helped countless families find compassionate ways to preserve the memories of their furry friends.
We understand that you look at your pet as a member of your family. That is why we only use compassionate pet preservation techniques including cremation, freeze-drying, and taxidermy. Since 1993, we have placed the needs of our clients ahead of our own.
Now, we would love to do the same for you and your family. If you would like to learn more about how we can help you, please contact us today. We are here to treat the memory of your pet with the love, compassion, and respect he or she deserves.
