Taxidermy Truths

About Taxidermy Truths

Welcome to Taxidermy Truths, where we discuss the ins and outs of not only the taxidermy process, but the influences on the hunting community as a whole. With over 25 years in the Wildlife and Taxidermy industry, Douglas Cockcroft hosts open conversations with artists, experts and industry giants. From sustainable utilization to shipping rates, we dig into the reality of the experience after the safari and hear real stories, Worth Remembering.

Publisher

DJC

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Jul 2023

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

56 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Taxidermy Truths | Episode 54 | Red Rot

   Red Heat occurs when bacteria break down the collagen in an animal’s skin, causing the hair follicles to deteriorate. The result can be hairslip, and a hard, brittle skin with a distinctive pinkish colour. In this week’s Taxidermy Truths, Doug unpacks the science behind Red Heat and, more importantly, the practical steps you can take to prevent it. From the role of salt, airflow and heat management to the correct techniques and timeframes for salting - Doug shares practical insights to help you protect your skins and create the best possible canvas for taxidermy. The quality of a mount starts long before it reaches the studio. Correct skin preparation is critical to ensuring your taxidermy is a beautiful representation of your animal. Listen to the full episode on YouTube, Podbean and Apple Podcasts. Have questions about trophy preparation? Reach out to us - we’d love to help.

2. 

   17 Sept 2026

   Taxidermy Truths | Episode 53 | What is Dip & Pack?

   In this episode of Taxidermy Truths, Doug breaks down the Dip & Pack process, explains the timelines involved, and weighs up Dip & Pack vs Taxidermy.

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   20 Aug 2026

   Taxidermy Truths | Episode 52 | Mount Types

   In this episode of Taxidermy Truths, Doug discusses different mount types, angles of turn, and the key considerations when deciding how you want your animal posed.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 23 / 100

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Quality

19

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

68

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