Taxidermy Services for Small and Large Mammals

If you want to memorialize a pet beyond cats, dogs, birds, or reptiles, our taxidermy services for small mammals and large mammals provide a respectful, lasting way to preserve your companion with professional care and lifelike detail.

At Animal Family Pet Preservation, we use advanced preservation methods and a careful, documented process to protect your pet’s condition and produce a high-quality memorial. We take an ethical approach, communicate clearly, and treat every pet with dignity from intake through return.

What This Page Covers

This page is designed for mammals that do not fit neatly into our more specific service categories. If you are looking for pet-specific pages, you can also explore:

• dog taxidermy
• cat taxidermy
• small bird taxidermy
• reptile taxidermy services

Our Preservation Method and Timeline

Our preservation process involves freeze-drying, a method that uses lyophilization. This process applies extremely low temperatures in a vacuum for an extended period to remove moisture safely while maintaining form and structure.

• Smaller animals and small mammals: typically 3 to 6 months
• Larger animals: can take up to a year

We also offer VIP service for families who need a faster turnaround. VIP scheduling prioritizes your project in our queue and may reduce timelines significantly depending on size, condition, and complexity.

What Makes Our Mammal Taxidermy Different

• Natural presentation options included: we do not charge extra for head raised or eyes open
• Lifetime guarantee: no leaks or bugs, and accidental damage repairs are covered (shipping only)
• Ethical, careful handling: your pet is treated with dignity and documented throughout the process
• Clear communication: we set expectations honestly and keep you informed

Our mission is not just to preserve your pet, but to make the process as simple and respectful as possible during a difficult time. If you are unsure about timing, we encourage you to reach out for guidance before making a decision under stress.

For general support and guidance on pet loss, many families find veterinary resources helpful, including the American Veterinary Medical Association: AVMA pet loss resources.

Small Mammal Taxidermy Gallery

Below are examples of small mammal preservation work. If you have a pet that is not listed on the site, contact us and we will confirm options based on species, size, and condition.

See more pet taxidermy memorials in our full gallery

Large Mammal Taxidermy Gallery

Below are examples of larger mammal preservation work. Larger projects can require extended timelines due to the complexity of preservation and finishing.

See more pet taxidermy memorials in our full gallery

Small and Large Mammal Taxidermy FAQs