I prefer to say my animals are responsibly sourced, as the definition of ‘ethical’ can vary from person to person. What I can assure you is that none of the animals I use are killed for the purpose of my work, they are always responsibly obtained.

I responsibly source animals from a variety of places, including:

• Roadkill

• Beloved pets

• Farm livestock losses (dead stock)

• Pest control

• Animals originally intended for the pet food industry

• Animals humanely euthanised due to injury or illness

• Naturally deceased animals from captivity (such as zoos and pet stores)

None of the animals I work with are ever killed for the purpose of taxidermy.

Yes, I do accept certain donations. Depending on the species and condition of the animal (freshness and how long it has been deceased are important factors). Donations can be made simply for me to use in my work, or we can arrange a commission if you’d like the animal preserved and returned to you.