Indian Creek Taxidermy & Pet Preservation

They work with pets, big game, small game, birds, and fish, with an emphasis today on pet preservation and other freeze-dried wildlife.

They offer freeze-dried mounts in natural, often sleeping or relaxed poses, with options for custom poses such as eyes open or head raised when requested.

Tom and Joanie have been certified taxidermists since 2007 and converted the business into an exclusive freeze-drying shop in 2020 after designing and building their own dedicated operation starting in 2016.

They emphasize professional methods, quality materials, and field-informed realism, using a custom, solar-assisted, state-of-the-art freeze-drying system.

Pricing is based on species, weight, and pose, with published weight-based tiers for pets starting around $1,000 for a 10 lb animal and ranging up to about $7,000 for a 70–75 lb dog, plus additional fees for more complex poses and optional background plaques; you should call for exact quotes, especially for larger pets over 70 lbs.

Typical freeze-dry preservation takes about 2–6 months, with the animal spending roughly 4–6 months in the freeze dryer and work completed in the order received, though reviews note that some projects have taken significantly longer.

They provide pet preservation via freeze drying, can add background mounting plaques at supplier cost, and offer guidance on preparing, shipping, and caring for both hunting trophies and preserved pets.