Memorial or Custom Order Request

Hello! I am OUT OF STUDIO until MAY
please hang tight, xo

Thank you so much for your interest in my work! I am unfortunately at capacity, and my books are -CLOSED- until next announcement. Sorry - I cannot make exceptions currently to my schedule, unless there are cancellations. Please secure a freezer for your dearest if there is no capabilities at your vet office. I currently take 5-7 days to answer inquires - I am prioritizing my current client load; which means to qualify for a memorial, your pet MUST be frozen in a freezer. Securing a freezer or making arrangements with your vet offices are a great first step towards preparing for your pet’s aftercare, especially while experiencing a decline of health.

Due to the high volume of emails, I've put together a quick questionnaire to get you an accurate estimate in a speedier timeline - My estimates range depending on pose, size, and other requirements for the memorial (check out my FAQ below for details) - even if you don't have a clear vision yet for your memorial, please answer to the best of your ability so that we can further schedule or I can lead you to a solution to best memorialize your beloved. I am so sorry for your loss but hope we can create something beautiful for their memory together, xo

*I am not taking on taxidermy clients or tanned pelts - please reach out to the talented Precious Creatures Lauren Kane, Gotham Taxidermy Divya, Sam of Shiner Skulls, or for freeze-dried taxidermy Shane Eddy Wildlife and Pet Taxidermy - Canadian Inquiries; Unfortunately, I cannot work with clients outside of the U.S. due to regulations. However, I highly suggest May Jackalope (Quebec) or Dana Sanderson (Alberta).

FAQ

TIME LINE: Unfortunately at this time, I am at capacity, but hang tight as I will get to your email within 3-5days. Firstly, to qualify for a memorial, your pet MUST be frozen in a freezer. Most vet offices are totally willing to hold your pet as long as there are specific plans - if you are LOCAL and do not have access to a long term freezer and and ONLY want a skull memorial please email us.

HOW LONG DO MEMORIALS TAKE: Due to using dermestid beetles - my process takes about a year or more from start to finish. It’s a long process but these methods are best for the integrity of the bones. Check out my blog or instagram for more behind the scenes

NEW CLIENTS: Hello! I apologize ahead of time for the late night response as I am in the studio during the day and away from my computer/ phone. In the meantime, please make sure your pet is wrapped tight and frozen (not in a cooler but inside a freezer); you can ask your veterinarian office to help with wrapping or holding them while we figure out memorial details. Talk to you soon!

TRADITIONAL TAXIDERMY: I do NOT offer traditional taxidermy and recommend Lauren Kane of Precious Creatures. For other traditional recommendations, let me know what style and where you are located, so that I can connect you to your perfect taxidermist.

CURRENT CLIENTS: I sincerely apologize - due to covid delays, chemical shortages (along with wood shortages and more); Expect an additional few months to your estimate of completion. I will email as soon as possible as things get completed, I promise!

ORACLE: For online order issues or other shop inquires, please email oraclenaturalscience@gmail.com Any inquiries of local Bats, Birds, Owls, Raptors, and certain Furbearer's are federally/state protected and we cannot work on this project for you. Even a feather is illegal to have in your possession. In the state of Missouri you also need a permit to pick up road kill. If you do have the proper permitting please hang tight for a response; if not, my best advice is to give that animal a nice burial to honor it's memory. I'm so sorry for the inconvenience.

CANADA: Unfortunately, I cannot work with clients outside of the U.S. due to regulations. However, I highly suggest May Jackalope (Quebec) or Dana Sanderson (Alberta).

Thank you so much for your patience and understanding,
Alessandra