A-Z Seivers
Mountain Valley Taxidermy

Tips for Field Dressing

Mammals

Rugs and Life-size start cut at back edge of pad
Game head make opening cuts allowing plenty of excess skin behind shoulders and brisket. 
NEVER CUT THE HIDE IN THROAT AREA.
Keep hides dry and cool or freeze if it can not be delivered promptly. 
DO NOT SALT.

Inspect birds for broken wing feathers, damage of the head/beak, as only specimen excellent condition make nice finished mounts. Keep blood off of feathers. Keep dry and cool or freeze and place in plastic bag with wings tucked in 
DO NOT CLEAN SMALL BIRDS.

DO NOT CLEAN FISH 
Fold back fins, wrap in plastic and freeze