Exotic365 Veterinary Conference 2026: Everything Attendees Need to Know
The countdown has begun for the “Funnest Vet Conference," as proclaimed by the Exotic365 team. The Exotic365 Veterinary Conference is taking place from August 30th to September 3rd, 2026, at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown.
Exotic365 was launched in 2023, with its first conference held in New Orleans in 2024. Since then, it has brought together veterinary professionals working with exotic companion mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. For 2026, the program expands further with fish and aquatic medicine joining the lineup.
Exotic365 is hosted by the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV) and the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians (AEMV), with the American Association of Fish Veterinarians (AAFV) joining the 2026 event. The addition of AAFV expands the program to include fish and aquatic medicine alongside its existing focus on exotic mammals, reptiles, and amphibians.
With registration open and the event now just days away, here is what veterinary professionals need to know before heading to Philadelphia.
Quick Overview: Exotic365 Conference Schedule, Venue, & More
- Event Page: exotic365.org
- Dates: August 30 to September 3, 2026
- Location: Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
- Address: 1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA
- Organizers: ARAV, AEMV, and AAFV
- Workshops: 16 hands-on workshops
- CE: Sessions focused on exotic animal medicine
- Attendees: Veterinarians, veterinary technicians, students, interns, and residents
- Exhibitors: Veterinary companies, laboratories, animal health organizations, and industry exhibitors
- Registration: DVM, technician, student, resident, and one-day options
- Hotel: $229 per night plus applicable taxes
- Expected Attendance: 500+ veterinary professionals
- 2026 Highlight: AAFV joins the conference, bringing fish and aquatic medicine into the program
What to Expect: Workshops, CE, and Community
Hands-on training is a big part of Exotic365 2026, with 16 workshops covering surgery, dentistry, clinical techniques, diagnostics, and more. The sessions are divided across AEMV, ARAV, AAFV, and two hybrid workshops, giving attendees plenty of options based on the species and skills they work with.
AEMV Workshops
The Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians offers six workshops focused on exotic companion mammals:
- Rabbit Hepatic and Intestinal Surgery
- Small Bodies, Big Skills: Technician Clinical Foundations for Exotic Mammal Care
- Rabbit and Rodent Dentistry
- Options for Surgical Elective Altering for Exotic Companion Mammals
- How to Intubate Almost Any Exotic Companion Mammal
- Ear Surgery in Rabbits and Rodents
ARAV Workshops
The Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians brings five sessions covering reptile dentistry, surgery, and clinical techniques:
- Bearded Dragon Dental and Surgical Techniques
- Turtle Shell Repair
- Be a Lizard Wizard: Introduction to Lizard Surgery
- ARAV Advanced Reptile Clinical Techniques
AAFV Workshops
With the American Association of Fish Veterinarians joining Exotic365 in 2026, attendees can also choose from sessions focused on fish medicine:
- Beyond the Scales: Practical Fish Necropsy for the Exotic Clinician
- Gill to Tail: The Complete Fish Physical Exam
Hybrid Workshops
The program also includes two hybrid sessions that bring different areas of exotic animal medicine together:
- Cytology, Sample Collection, and Clinical Pathology of Reptiles and Exotic Companion Mammals
- Exotic Animal Hematology
Alongside the workshops, Exotic365 offers continuing education sessions covering a range of topics relevant to exotic animal care and practice. The conference also includes an exhibit hall and social activities, giving attendees time to connect with colleagues and explore products and services from veterinary companies and organizations.
Meet GerVetUSA at Booth #309
GerVetUSA will be exhibiting at Exotic365 2026 at Booth #309, where attendees can connect with the team and explore surgical instrumentation for exotic animal practice.
Visitors working with reptiles, exotic mammals, and birds can take a closer look at instruments suited to the smaller patients and detailed procedures often seen in exotic animal practice.
Registration and Pricing
Early access pricing ended on June 14, 2026, so regular registration rates now apply. Prices vary by attendee type and membership status, starting at $410 for student members and going up to $1,100 for non-member DVMs. A one-day (all types) registration option is also available for $680.
Keep Your CE Calendar Full with Vet and Tech
Exotic365 is one of several veterinary events on the 2026 CE calendar. For more upcoming veterinary conferences and events, visit Vet and Tech's veterinary CE conferences 2026.
Between conferences, veterinary professionals can also earn CE through Vet and Tech's free upcoming and on-demand webinars, with RACE-approved sessions available online.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Exotic365 Veterinary Conference 2026?
Exotic365 is taking place from August 30 to September 3, 2026, at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown in Philadelphia, PA.
Who organizes Exotic365?
The event is hosted by the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV) and the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians (AEMV), with the American Association of Fish Veterinarians (AAFV) joining the program in 2026.
What kind of CE does Exotic365 offer?
The conference offers 16 hands-on workshops covering reptile, exotic mammal, and fish medicine, combining short lectures with cadaver-based wet labs and clinical skill stations.
