If you’ve ever dropped off a trophy at the taxidermist and then spent the next 8-18 months wondering what’s happening to it, you’re not alone. The taxidermy industry has a communication problem — and a new software platform called Where’s My Mount is solving it.
The Problem
Every hunter who’s used a taxidermist knows the drill: you drop off your cape, antlers, or full animal, get a vague timeline (“probably 12-14 months”), and then… silence. You don’t want to be the annoying client who calls every month, but you also spent $800-$3,000+ on a mount and have no idea if it’s been started, halfway done, or buried under a pile of other projects.
For taxidermists, the problem is just as real. Client calls and texts eat up time that should be spent working. Managing expectations across dozens or hundreds of active projects is a logistical nightmare, especially for small shops without dedicated office staff.
The Solution
Where’s My Mount (wheresmymount.com) is a taxidermy tracking software platform that connects taxidermists and their clients through a simple, real-time system.
Real-Time Status Updates
Taxidermists update the status of each project as it moves through their workflow — received, in queue, in progress, finishing, ready for pickup. Clients can check the status anytime through a client portal without calling or texting. It’s the same concept as tracking a package, applied to taxidermy.
Client Portal
Each client gets access to a portal where they can see all their active projects, current status, and estimated completion. No more guessing, no more awkward phone calls, no more wondering if your elk mount fell behind a shelf somewhere.
Feedback System
The platform includes a built-in feedback system that lets clients rate their experience and provide comments. This gives taxidermists direct insight into client satisfaction and helps them identify areas for improvement.
The Results
Early adopters of the platform are reporting significant improvements:
- 20% increase in client satisfaction — driven primarily by transparency and reduced uncertainty
- 15% improvement in operational efficiency — fewer phone calls, fewer texts, more time spent on actual taxidermy work
Why It Matters
Taxidermy is a craft-based industry dominated by small shops and sole proprietors. Most taxidermists got into the business because they love the artistry, not because they love managing client communications. Where’s My Mount handles the communication side so taxidermists can focus on what they do best.
For hunters, it eliminates the anxiety and frustration of the wait. You dropped off a once-in-a-lifetime bull — you deserve to know what’s happening to it.
Check it out at wheresmymount.com.
