Atlanta Repticon July 2011

I will have not one but two tables at the July Repticon in Atlanta. I am super excited. I'm really hoping that I can make up my costs for the tables.

In January, my table felt cramped, and the past few Dixie shows have been cramped with one table. I've added a few things since January, so I figured, I'd go big with two tables.

Expect to see 2010 and 2011 unsexed crested geckos, unsexed 2011 gargoyle geckos, sub-adult gargoyle geckos, and possibly adult crested geckos. I will, also, have my jewelry, which will include choker necklaces and earrings, as well as lampwork necklace and earring sets. I will have toys for kids, a few decal cups, hopefully decal beer mugs, various books,  and whatever else I can come up with.

More than likely, the stuff will make my sales worth the trip, but I'm hoping to find homes for some animals too. I won't be able to bring too many 2011 babies because most of my cresteds are just now hatching. I have an incubator full, and many of what has hatched has been more recent. Depending on their sizes right before the show, will depend on who and how many 2011's actually make the trip.

Anyway! Come see me in Atlanta. I'll have goodies for all!

Vending at a Reptile Show

Whether you're a reptile/amphibian breeder or wholesaler, reptile shows can be a great place to get your name out in the public and build your reputation.

For smaller hobby breeders, like myself, I have a few recommendations to help boost sales and to bring home the most profit.

• Price your animals according to the show. For smaller shows, you'll find people want cheaper prices, and at bigger shows, there will be more odds for people willing to pay a little more for that better quality.
• Have a variety of animals, or a variety of things to attract people to your table. (Take that as you wish).
• Consider bringing a pet to have available for people to handle. (This isn't my favorite form of attraction, but it seems to work for others who have larger pets or who are willing to take out their animals for anyone to hold. Just be careful of people handling animals at other tables and then coming to handle yours.)
• Have business cards available. If you don't have 'fancy' cards, you can always purchase business card stock paper at Office Max, Office Depot, Staples, etc. and print a homemade card with your name, number, and email address on it. Something is better than nothing.
• Have care sheets available for the animals that you are selling.
• Consider your attire. If you look sloppy, slutty, or gross, you'll find people will avoid your table. Wear clothes without stains, make sure to bath the night before or the morning of, and just be presentable.
• Wear a smile on your face.
• Keep standing when people are at your table or coming to you.
• Don't stay on your cell phone constantly.
• Don't eat while people are at your table. If you are with someone vending together, take turns with breaks (you eat while the other person speaks to customers, and vice versa.)