word

Exotic Animal Medicine

ig-ZOT-ik AN-ih-mul MED-ih-sin

/ɪɡˈzɒtɪk ˈænɪməl ˈmedɪsɪn/

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exoticanimalmedicine

Dictionary meaning

A veterinary specialty dedicated to the health care of non-traditional companion animals and wildlife, including reptiles, birds, small mammals, fish, and amphibians, requiring specialized knowledge distinct from that needed for dogs and cats.

Examples

The practice hired a specialist in exotic animal medicine to care for the clinic's reptile and avian patients.
Exotic animal medicine has grown rapidly as more people keep non-traditional pets.

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