Rainforest Reptiles Shows: Michael and Joanney Ralbovsky, founders and owners of Rainforest Reptiles are committed to educating the public about the natural world to improve the quality of our lives. Since 1993 Rainforest Reptiles has conducted educational interactive programs to teach respect for and educate people of all ages about animals and the importance of preserving the rainforests. Identified by Educate America as a valued educational and entertainment program for children, their shows are fun, informative and educational and you will have a chance to get up close to snakes, turtles, lizards, alligator and more!     Rainforest  Reptile Shows newest addition is their innovative and educational mobile unit., the mobile unit gives the capability to teach an understanding of the natural world through various habitat and animal displays.  A nominal fee will be charged to enter the mobile unit and see the reptiles up close including a very rare white (Albino) Alligator! Fees collected to help reptile preservation www.rainforestreptileshows.com   

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“White Alligator”(albino)Coming to the Meadowlands Pet Expo! Gaze upon this rare and mystical creature from the bayous of Louisiana. This Alligator is one of only 30 Albino Alligators in the world! It’s lacking all of its black color which makes this so rare!! There is a very little known legend about White Alligators! It says that if you gaze upon a white alligator you will receive good luck…Brought to you by the leaders in animal education. Rainforest Reptile Shows!!!! ( more alligator images)

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M.A.D. Dogs K9 Discathon:  The Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs will host a K9 Dog Disc Competition.-See the highflying sport of K9 Disc as K9 disc enthusiasts fly in the air and  compete in a Disc Dog Competition.

www.mad-dogs.us

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Rare and Ancient Breeds Dog Show: sponsored by Rarities Inc. See live dog show competition with both Rare and AKC Dogs competing for championship points. Rare dogs are dogs representing breeds from around the world such as Dogo Argentin, a big game hunting dog from Argentina and the Bergamasco Shepard Dog a herding dog originating in the Italian Alps. There are hundreds of Rare and Ancient breeds. The Rarities Dog Club recently joined with the North American Kennel Club making it possible for Rare Dogs and AKC dogs to compete for championship points at these shows.  This is the Super End of the Year Show and the largest of the year! www.raritiesinc.com

 
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Joel Silverman:  From Animal Planets Good Dog U will be at the Pet  Expo all weekend. Joel was named the 2008 Dog Trainer of the Year.  He and his dog Foster will perform each day in the Dog Arena demonstrating how he trains animals for movies and commercials. A few lucky audience members will get the opportunity to work with Joel and Foster in the demonstrations! Between shows Joel will be at his booth to talk to attendees and sign his new book, What Color is Your Dog? For more information on Joel visit his website www.companionsforlife.net

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HAPPY DOG: Caring for your Dogs Body, Mind & Spirit - Billy Rafferty is a nationally recognized and award-winning principal stylist at Doggy Dooz pet styling salon in Chicago, Illinois, whose clients include Oprah Winfrey.  Bill is the co-author of Happy Dog: Caring for your Dogs Body, Mind and Spirit.  Come hear Bill talk about caring for your dog. He will discuss how to properly care for your dog, How to dog-proof your home and keep your dog safe, traveling with your dog,  the importance of visiting a professional groomer and how to choose one, how to play and exercise with your dog, how to save money on dog care and more. He will also do a basic grooming demonstration.

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AKC Canine Good Citizen testing will be offered at the Pet Expo between the hours of 10 AM to 4 PM on Sunday, Nov 22.  All breeds and mixed breeds are welcome. Basic manners and obedience skills will be tested on dogs who are friendly and not aggressive.   Dogs must be clean and in good health and at least 6 months of age.  Owners will be asked to sign a form attesting to "responsible dog ownership." Please bring small brush to be used on your dog during the testing.  If your dog passes, you will be given a form to mail to the AKC who will then send you a beautiful gold-sealed Certificate which you may want to frame.  Cost for testing will be $10 per dog.  

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Fine Art and Portrait Photographer, Janet Zappasodi (of Zap-Photography & Design) will be offering low-cost, on-site portraits of your pet at this year's Meadowlands Pet Expo.

The sitting fee will be only $20 for the first pet, and $5 for each additional pet or person (Cash or credit cards). 
All 4x6, 5x7 or 8x10 photos are priced in addition to the sitting fee, and can be printed on location. 

Additional copies, enlargements, mugs, tote bags, holiday cards, or tee-shirts can be special ordered at the event or online, and can be delivered in time for Holiday gift-giving!
 
Santa will also be visiting, Saturday and Sunday from 12-5.    
Photos will be placed in a seasonal photo card and are $15 for one pet, $5 for each additional pet or person.  Additional photo cards can be purchased at $10 each.  A portion of all Santa photo sales will be donated to NJ animal rescues.

Photo session appointments are recommended but not necessary. 
Please contact janet@zap-photography.com or call 732 266-9025 and leave your name, phone number, pet's name and pet's description if you'd like to sign up in advance.
www.zap-photography.com

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Alpaca Area: The softest, cutest, most cuddly critter that you will ever meet. You can see colorful, gentle alpacas, babies, yearlings and adults at the Illusion Ranch Alpaca Arena  where they will stage fun, informative and “hands-on” performances throughout the weekend. You’ll see these beautiful animals in action as they perform unique behaviors and have the opportunity to feel what’s been called the “softest fiber” in the world –  baby alpaca fleece!       www.Illusionranch.com   

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Howling Woods Farm- is a breed-specific animal shelter that rescues and places domestic bred wolves, wolfdogs and specialty northern breeds. They also provide education and information to the general public about wolves and wolfdogs.

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Arcadia Bird Sanctuary- Arcadia Bird Sanctuary and Educational Center is a shelter offering a permanent home for many rescued companion birds. Terri, a certified avian specialist provides education and information to the public about parrots.
Be by the booth and see the birds and talk to Terri.

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PINE VALLEY ACRES – KYLE ALI:  New to the Pet Expo this year will be some horse demonstrations, training and instruction from Kyle Ali of Pine Valley Acres.  Kyle will be bringing four breeds of horses with him of all different training levels. Throughout the weekend he will offer demonstrations, training tips and instruction methods. Kyle will also answer your questions.

www.pinevalleyacres.com

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NJ's OWN Bat Man, Joe D'Angeli - As seen on HISTORY Channel's MONSTERQUEST-  NJ's OWN Bat Man, Joe D'Angeli brings his informative , educational, and conservation based bat exhibit to the Meadowlands Pet Expo!  Joe will be talking about the incredibly important aspects of this misunderstood mammal -the bat , as well as displaying some of his facility's own beautiful LIVE bats!

www.njbatman.com

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New Jersey’s “The Lady” Dog Whisperer  -  Janice Wolfe will be at the Meadowlands Pet Expo all weekend to share with you her secrets on how to save those “bad dogs” that the rest of the world has either given up on or simply cannot help through conventional means.  The co-author of the “how-to-guide” for dog owners to learn The Four Essentials To A Stable Dog,  Janice strives to help everyone with their out-of-control dog whether it be jumping, barking, pulling on a leash, aggression or fearfulness.  www.njdogwhisperer.com

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