To prepare your animal, handle it gently, keep it clean (avoid mud/blood), cool it quickly (freeze if needed), and avoid damaging the head/cape; pack the mouth/nose with paper towels for large game to minimize blood, and for birds, tuck the head under the wing. For fish, wrap in a wet towel if a freezer isn’t available. Proper field prep ensures better results, so please reach out to me directly for specific instructions, especially for complex mounts like life-size or birds.