‘Steve Dale, CABC (certified animal behaviour consultant) is the author of a twice-weekly national newspaper column (syndicated by Tribune Content Agency). He’s the host of two national radio shows (syndicated Black Dog Radio Productions, Steve Dale’s Pet World and The Pet Minute) as well as Steve Dale’s Pet World on WGN Radio, Chicago. His blog is https://www.stevedalepetworld.com/‘
Exotics or NTCAs: What should you call the ‘weird’ pets?
You may have heard us mention these types of animals on Veterinary Ramblings before: they include hedgehogs, sugar gliders, and many other small furry friends – often called ‘exotic’.
But why do we call them exotic? Is this term really accurate? And what does it mean for owners of these animals?