This was my first reptile show too.

I was in a fortunate position. I was there merely to exchange a cage damaged in shipping with Reptile Basics.

So, I wasn't shopping! I was impressed by the sheer quantity of snakes on display, and how varied they were. On the other hand, there were just a lot of snakes... many many of them looking pretty much alike. Of course, there were also lizards, frogs, turtles, cockroaches....

That's why I said I was glad I wasn't shopping... too many choices!

Because I'd already gotten our cage, heater, thermostat, frozen rats, etc., etc., etc., in place, it was a leisurely stroll up and down the aisles. I did take a couple of photos so my son (who couldn't attend that day) could see the setup. Maybe I'll post some of them.

I did get to spend a few minutes talking to a very nice lady who had a table. She's a veterinarian who deals with exotics. It's likely that she participated in a surgery done on my parrot at the NY Animal Medical center about 15 years ago, and she has her own practice now. I may take my parrot (a 33 year old African Grey) there for a checkup.

So, all in all a pleasant way to kill a few hours, and not empty my wallet!