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! Rainforeset Reptile shows newest addition
is their innovative and fun mobile unit. The mobile unit gives the capability to
teach an understanding of the natural world through various
habitat and animal displays.
(978-922-5107) www.rainforestreptileshows.com
“White Alligator”(albino)
Coming to the Reading 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!!!!
Rainforest Reptiles Rare and Endangered
Special Presentation
Rainforest Reptiles has combined some of their most popular programs to come up with an exciting, fascinating adventure thru the rare and endangered reptile world!
In this program of discovery you will see many large reptiles and amphibians of the rainforests and other important habitats from around the world along with a few of our rarest and most critically endangered species.
The other aspect of this program will consist of one large table set up with a variety of artifacts that we have collected through the years, along with many that the US Fish and Wildlife Service has confiscated through illegal importation. This can be viewed before and or after the performance at the Rainforest Reptile Zoo Trailer. We will have trained Herpetologist at the tables to explain artifacts and pass out U.S. Fish and Wildlife brochures.
As with all our presentations there are opportunities for volunteers to assist us and to have up close and personal interaction during and after the show.
All of this is put together in a professional interactive fun way to thrill all ages!!
World of Dogs Program -
This program is designed to educate and entertain attendees
about the wonderful world of dogs and to introduce the
many things that you can do with your dog. There will be
obedience demonstrations, agility , frisbee, drill team,
coursing demonstrations, flyball, rally obedience, training
demonstrations, dog tricks, muscial freestyle and much more! Demonstrations
by
Berks County Dog Training Club, the 4H Club and Kan Do K9's. The Berks County Therapy Dogs, Berks County Police K-9’s.
Parade of Breeds - The Berks County Kennel Club will present an AKC Parade of Purebred Dogs on Saturday and Sunday at the Reading Pet Expo. See Championship dogs and talk to reputable breeders about what dog would be best for your family.
Berks County Kennel Club - will have a designated area for the weekend where they will have a Meet the Breeds on going throughout the day, alternating the breeds during different times. Breeder will be there to talk to attendees about their breeds. Their will be some grooming demonstrations and educational discussions on what to know when buying a puppy and dog laws and more!
They will also hold a Demonstration Dog Show in the Dog Arena to demonstrate and explain what goes on in a Dog Show. Be sure to visit the Berks County Kennel Club at the Expo!
East Coast Reptile Super Expos feature vendors form across the country
selling quality live reptile, amphibians, arachnids, food items, supplies,
books, cages and related accessories at discounted prices. It has always
been our mission to provide an enjoyable experience for the whole family.
Hope to see you at the show. For more info visit
www.eastcoastreptilesuperexpos.com
Pet Costume Contest - will be held 6 pm on Saturday
in the Dog Arena.
Sponsored by the Animal Rescue League of Berks County
M.A.D.DOGS -
Mid Atlantic Disc Dogs- See the high flying sport of K9
disc as K9 disc enthusiasts compete in a Disc Dog Competition.
The M.A.D. DOGS Club will hold demonstrations on Friday
with the compitition on Saturday and Sunday.
www.mad-dogs.us
AKC Canine Canine Good Citizen - testing will be offered at the Pet Expo between the hours of 1PM to 4 PM on Saturday, March 19th. 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. For more information, please see AKC link:
AKC's Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) Program
Horse Area - for information on the Horse Area at the Reading Pet Expo please call Dennis Garetano at 631-423-0620 or email petexpo@optonline.net
The International Cat Association Cat Show
(Sat & Sun) Hosted by the Potomac Association of Cat Enthusiasts. A TICA sanctioned cat show will be held at the Reading Pet Expo. See the usual and not so usual breeds of cats competing for the blue ribbon!
T&D'S Cats of the World - TD'S
Cats of the World is a one of a kind animal refuge specializing
in exotic felines including lions, tigers, cougars and bobcats.
Family owned and operated, TD’S Cats of the World rescues
wildlife from situations of abuse, mistreatment, abandonment
or when they are no longer wanted as "pets". See
some of the cats from TD's Cats of the World and talk to
them about their unique rescue. www.tdscats.com (570-837-3377)
Piggyvilla - This unique educational
and entertaining exhibit is a favorite at the expo. See
the pot-bellied pigs up close and personal in Piggyvilla
where they will stage fun and informative performances
throughout the weekend.
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. www.nakcdogshows.com
Alpaca
Area - See the alpacas - 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. You’ll
also have the opportunity to feel what's been called
the "softest fiber" in the world " baby
alpaca fleece! www.Illusionranch.com
(610-473-0400)
Karen Kober 
THOUGHT TALK an animal communication course is being offered at the Horse and Pet Expo in Reading, PA this March. You will learn to hear the animals and expand your world with love. Karen Kober has been communicating with animals professionally for the past ten years. Now at the Horse and Pet Expo there is the opportunity to learn to hear the animals and have an eye opening relationship with your animal’s individuality. People will tell Karen, "I know what my animal wants." This rings true for all animal lovers but is it enough? Animals are more than what we experience every day in our lives. Having a conversation in thought with them brings in a new horizon
of knowing what their life purpose is, what they dream about, what their sense of humor is, bring, how they help us through the bumps in life, if they are sick or hurting, what words have special meanings to them. The list of conversations is endless in joy and bonding. Animals can express themselves as well as any human you may talk with. Come and learn to hear the animals, the creatures that are part of your heart, it is fun and easy! The course will be offered on Saturday, March OR Sunday, March. There is a special discount Expo rate for the Thought Talk course. For testimonials and more information click on www.foxxfunn.net/course. Or call Karen Kober at 215.412.7820 for questions or registration. Your entrance ticket is available from www.horseandpetexpo.com.
The Rodent Club Rat Show- hosted by The Rodent Club in Cecil County MD will hold a 2 day Rat Show at the Reading Pet Expo- an event for the entire family! On Friday there will be an informative seminar at 6 pm on how to show your rat.
Saturday - standard show starting at 1:00 pm. Sunday – Fun Show and agility show just for kids and their rats. Registration can be done the day of the show from 10am-12:30pm. For additional information please contact Lee at 610-823-2199 or Email at fxmkpdiva@aol.com
Myotonic Goat Registry is Proud to Announce it's 2nd Annual Ever PA Fainting Goat Show!!
The Myotonic Goat Registry is a collection of breeders trying to preserve the breed in its 
most natural state. They're are less then 5000 of these friendly and beautiful goats in the U.S. and Canada.
These goats “faint” because of a condition called Myotonia which causes the goat to lock its hind quarters and fall over when startled or excited. When excited they try to run off, the hind end locks up and when the front legs continue to pull forward, they just fall over. They do not loose consciousness, and the “fainting” does not cause any damage to the goat.
Please see link for Additional Information.
http://www.wix.com/countrygirlhart/Reading-PA-Myotonic-Goat-Show
Berks County Bird Club - come see the birds and talk to members all weekend. On Saturday they will be talking about African greys and the two sub species Congo and Timneh and how to tell them apart. They will also be featuring different amazons and a few smaller more pet oriented birds. On Sunday they will feature African birds Saturday 2pm and Sunday 11am- discussion about what and why some birds do NOT make good pets in our homes.
