RepX to have a big impact in Brisbane !
Vet vs Virus .
Ironbark Aussie Pets , will be flying the flag for iHerp Australia on the day – good on ya Rob ! For more details check out https :// www . facebook . com / PenrithReptileExpo /
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RepX to have a big impact in Brisbane !
After a couple of lean years in Brisbane without an expo , the RepX Brisbane Reptile Expo 2018 will be held at the Royal International Convention Centre , Brisbane Showgrounds , on Sunday March 25 th from 10.00am until 5.00pm . Presented by iHerp Australia and Virides Reptile , RepX promises to be bigger than anything previously seen in Queensland , with an extravaganza of reptiles from the very best breeders , demonstrations , talks , live podcasts , a worldclass birds of prey show and special invertebrates exhibits . Plus , all the leading manufacturers and distributors will be on hand to showcase their latest products . There will also be the opportunity to meet special ambassadors Neville Burns , Joe Ball and Michael Cermak . Discounted advance ticket sales are available online at https :// www . repx . com . au / tickets /
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Vet vs Virus .
One of our favourite reptile vets , Dr Shane Simpson (‘ The Reptile Doctor ’) of Karingal Veterinary Hospital is giving a series of informative talks about viral infections of reptiles in Melbourne ( on Tuesday March 20 th and Wednesday March 21 st ) and Brisbane ( immediately prior to RepX on Saturday March 24 th ).
Shane will be presenting the latest information regarding viruses that have particular relevance for Australian keepers , including repatarenavirus , ferlavirus , sunshine virus , bornavirus and nidovirus in snakes and adenovirus and nidovirus in lizards , as well as some viruses that can affect turtles and crocodiles .
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Viruses have been a hot topic in recent years , and for good reason , as some have potentially devastating effects . These talks therefore represent an important update , and are essential for any serious breeder or hobbyist . Tickets can be purchased via the website , www . thereptiledoctor . com . au , with $ 2 from every ticket being donated to research into reptile viruses .
Incidentally , Shane will also be attending RepX whilst in Brisbane , and will be assisting our other favourite veterinarian , Dr Josh Llinas , on the ‘ herpVet ’ stand . Make sure you check it out .
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