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Northern Pines Taxidermy Wholesale is a taxidermy studio located in Howard City, Michigan that also operates as a wholesale rugging partner for taxidermists nationwide.
They focus on premium rugging services, full-service taxidermy, and custom wildlife pieces for both professional taxidermists and retail customers.
They work on big game, small game, birds, fish, exotics, and other hunting trophies, including pets only as clearly applicable.
You can request shoulder mounts, full life-size displays, rugs, skull cleaning, European mounts, and custom habitat-style scenes.
Founded in 1990, the studio has grown into a 13,000+ square foot operation with around 15 employees and over three decades of experience, led by Master Taxidermist Steve DeVaney, who has earned recognition at state and world competitions.
They emphasize quality materials, realism, custom design, and personal attention, with values centered on loyalty, integrity, service, and customer satisfaction.
They offer exclusive wholesale pricing for licensed taxidermists and separate retail rates for the public, with detailed prices available in their downloadable pricing guide.
They highlight fast, reliable turnaround and suggest shipping directly from the tannery and separating rug hides to help streamline completion times, though they do not quote specific schedules.
Beyond traditional mounts and rugs, they create custom habitat bases and specialty items such as quilts, pillows, purses, stools, and other wildlife-themed art, and provide an online customer center for existing clients.
Limited but relevant feedback praises the workmanship, with one reviewer highlighting the high talent and a bear rug they love.
There is not enough review detail to accurately summarize day-to-day service or communication.
Reviews do not provide clear information on reliability or turnaround, and some ratings may refer to unrelated businesses.
They are based in Howard City, Michigan and serve taxidermists across Michigan and nationwide, as well as local retail customers.
To move forward, you can call the studio to discuss your project, shipping options, pricing guide access, and any custom rugging or specialty design ideas.
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