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Fluffy Forever

A Curious Pet Preservation Obsession

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The Victorians were nothing if not sentimental, especially when it came to their pets. But when little Mr. Whiskers or Polly the parrot passed on, a simple goodbye wouldn’t suffice. Instead, they turned to taxidermy to keep their furry (or feathered) friends around forever—immortalized in elaborate poses, as if they were ready to jump back into everyday life at any moment.


Pet preservation became an art form, and some Victorians even took it to whimsical extremes. Their dearly departed cats, dogs, and birds were positioned in playful, often human-like settings—think kittens having a tea party, or a dog dressed in a suit as if he were off to work. They loved their pets so much, they just couldn't let go... quite literally.


Taxidermy shops flourished, offering everything from lifelike pet poses to entire dioramas of animals frozen in amusing activities. The Victorians believed that by preserving their pets, they could keep their companionship alive, and in a way, honor their quirky personalities forever. It might sound strange to us today, but these pet displays were a source of comfort and even amusement for grieving owners.

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