petting zoo

noun

: a collection of farm animals or gentle exotic animals for children to pet and feed

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Hopkins also advises against visiting petting zoos and animal exhibits at state fairs to help prevent contracting bird flu. —

Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024 Some offer kid-friendly wellness areas, others trampoline parks, indoor water slides, sandpits, petting zoos or even horseback riding. —

Katharina Kotrba, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 The ladies dive into ranch life with horseback riding, lassoing, double dutch, and a visit to the petting zoo. —

Shelby Stewart, Essence, 16 Dec. 2024 Expect 150 vendors selling homemade goods — from crafts and jewelry to candles and seasonal food such as gingerbread — plus family-friendly activities like a carousel, pony and wagon rides, a petting zoo, and appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus. —

Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 7 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for petting zoo