petting

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In 2023, the Oregon festival introduced a “Bacterial Petting Zoo” to teach children and newbies about the different types of microorganisms responsible for fermentation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 11, 2025

The emus were given a short break at at the Maldon Promenade Petting Zoo before they were reunited with Mrs Muralyi.

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2023

Petting moss soothes like petting a shaggy dog without the drawback of a slobbery tongue.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 24, 2022

Petting her fur baby, Hilton says, “I finally know who I am, and I’ve never been in a better place. I think there are a lot of misconceptions about me.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2019

Petting Scamper was like a salve, and I felt the irritation in me fade.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence