Taxidermy Care & Trophy Shipping Guides

At Highveld Taxidermists, every piece tells a story and so does the craft behind it.

Our blogs share the knowledge, insight, and experience built over decades in the art of taxidermy. From understanding the finer details of preservation to exploring the standards that define museum-grade work, this space is designed to deepen your appreciation for the craft.
Whether you’re preparing for your first mount or adding to a lifelong collection, these articles offer guidance, clarity, and perspective drawn directly from master craftsmen.

This is more than information. It’s an invitation into the world of luxury taxidermy.
A tanned hide draped over a shaving beam with a traditional currier's hand-shaving knife — Highveld Taxidermists

Why an In-House Tannery Matters for Your Trophy

Every exceptional mount begins in the tannery. Why tanning is the only step that stops bacterial decay for good — and what an in-house tannery, hand-shaving, and weeks instead of months mean for your trophy.

What is Dip and Pack - Are My Trophies Safe? — Highveld Taxidermists

What is Dip and Pack - Are My Trophies Safe?

Dip and pack makes your trophies safe to ship — not safe forever. Where the bacterial clock really runs, what the US tannery queue means for raw hides, and the sum every hunter should do before choosing.

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How to Protect Taxidermy from Damage and Pests

Long-Term Taxidermy Protection for Lasting Preservation A professionally crafted taxidermy mount is designed to last for generations. But even the…

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How to Clean and Care for Taxidermy Mounts

Keeping Your Trophy Looking Its Best for Years to Come Looking after your taxidermy mount doesn't need to be complicated. In fact, the best approach to…

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How to Maintain Taxidermy at Home

Creating the Right Environment for Long-Term Preservation When your mount arrives, it's not just a delivery. It's the continuation of a story. Each piece…

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Preserving the Legacy: A Master’s Guide to International Trophy Shipping

For many of our American clients, the safari doesn't actually end when the sun sets on that final evening in the Bushveld. The true "final chapter" happens…

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