I've seen a large white wolf around in Twilight Town. And there's a platypus. [With a fedora.] The ponies seem the most common non-human so far, though.

[ Faaaintest hint of disdain. Luna didn't make a good impression, but then again, neither did Carolina. ]

Somewhat convenient, while you find your bearings. If you got that welcome pouch, there's enough money provided for a night or two. But I'm told that if you see a particular place you want to make your own, you'll likely have to go through the moogles for rent.