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    Tanning a coyote hide is a multi-step process that requires scraping the flesh from the hide, salting the skin, and soaking it in a tanning solution to preserve it. The hide is first scraped clean, salted, and hung to dry. It is then soaked in solutions containing borax, dish soap, aluminum sulfate, and washing soda to remove grease and tan the skin. Finally, the dried hide is oiled and softened. The finished hide can be used for decorative or clothing purposes.

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    Tanning a coyote hide is a multi-step process that requires scraping the flesh from the hide, salting the skin, and soaking it in a tanning solution to preserve it. The hide is first scraped clean, salted, and hung to dry. It is then soaked in solutions containing borax, dish soap, aluminum sulfate, and washing soda to remove grease and tan the skin. Finally, the dried hide is oiled and softened. The finished hide can be used for decorative or clothing purposes.

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    Tanning a coyote hide is a multi-step process that requires scraping the flesh from the hide, salting the skin, and soaking it in a tanning solution to preserve it. The hide is first scraped clean, salted, and hung to dry. It is then soaked in solutions containing borax, dish soap, aluminum sulfate, and washing soda to remove grease and tan the skin. Finally, the dried hide is oiled and softened. The finished hide can be used for decorative or clothing purposes.

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    Tanning A Coyote Hide

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    Tanning a coyote hide is a multi-step process that requires scraping the flesh from the hide, salting the skin, and soaking it in a tanning solution to preserve it. The hide is first scraped clean, salted, and hung to dry. It is then soaked in solutions containing borax, dish soap, aluminum sulfate, and washing soda to remove grease and tan the skin. Finally, the dried hide is oiled and softened. The finished hide can be used for decorative or clothing purposes.

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    Tanning a Coyote Hide

    By Zach Lazzari

    Tanning coyote hides is a simple process, but it does require several days of
    dedicated work. Scraping the hide is labor intensive and several specialized materials
    are required. Coyote hides are moderately sized and do not carry as much grease as
    a raccoon or bear. The hides are thin; you must be careful not to puncture the skin
    while scraping. The finished hide can be used as a decorative piece in the home or as
    a functional piece of clothing.

    Items you will need

     Knife
     Rubber gloves
     Non-iodized salt
     Finishing nails
     Plywood
     Hammer
     Plastic trash can
     Water
     Borax
     Liquid dish soap
     Sawhorse
     Aluminum sulfate
     Washing soda
     Tanning oil
     Soft brush

    Scraping and Washing


    Split the bottom of the tail with a sharp knife. With the knife, scrape the flesh from the
    inside of the tail. Place the hide on a stable surface with the fur side down and
    carefully scrape the flesh away from the hide.

    Place rubber gloves on your hands. Grab a handful of non-iodized salt and rub it into
    the hide. Continue rubbing the salt until the skin is completely covered. With a
    hammer, pound finishing nails through the corners of the hide into a plywood backer
    board. Prop the hide at an angle and allow it to dry overnight.

    Fill a plastic trash can with cold water. Dunk the hide in the water and work it with your
    hands until the skin softens with the moisture. Place the hide back on the plywood and
    hammer the nails through the existing holes. Use a sharp knife to scrape flesh and fat
    away from the skin.
    Place 3 gal. warm water in a plastic trash can with 3 oz. borax and 2 tbsp. liquid dish
    soap. Use a stick to soak the entire hide and remove the grease. Remove the hide
    and rinse with cold water until the soap and borax are removed. Hang the hide on a
    sawhorse and allow the water to drain from the fur and skin.

    Tanning
    Fill a plastic trash can with 1 gal. water, and mix with 1 lb. aluminum sulfate.
    Separately mix a 1/2 gal. cold water with 4 oz. washing soda and a 1/2 lb. of non-
    iodized salt. Pour the washing soda and salt mixture into the trash can with the
    aluminum sulfate. Place the skin into the mixture and leave it fully immersed for five
    days.

    Remove the hide with rubber gloves and rinse with cold water until it is clean. Pound
    the finishing nails through the existing holes to secure the hide to the plywood. Prop
    the hide at an angle and leave it to dry for one night.

    Warm tanning oil on a stove and use a soft brush to apply the oil to the skin. Allow the
    skin to absorb the oil and repeat the process until the skin will no longer accept oil.
    Leave the hide to dry for several extra days before removing the nails and using the
    hide.

    Warnings

     Wear rubber gloves to prevent contact with the chemical tanning solution.
     Wear safety goggles to prevent contact with the eyes.

    Tips

     Wash the hide in the liquid dish soap solution several times if it is greasy. Removing
    the grease is an important part of the tanning process.

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