Can pet owners' attachments to their pets go too far?
His resultant joke: "You can pet a cat, but you can't pet a luma".
The museum will give carrots to children, who can pet the horse.
Hercules and Yo Yo will receive visitors in the museum's courtyard, where children can pet them and pose for photos.
They also share a model farm, where the children can pet and feed animals lent by local farmers.
There are cheetahs, too, some quite friendly, and for a few extra shillings, you can pet a very large cat.
"They will need a carrier – she's hungry & could easily go in one – but although u can pet her she won't let u carry her out," he tweeted.
The dog's owner frowned and said: "You can pet him all you want when his trial is over, but don't touch him right now.
As for treats, I've got a loaf of bread, only one day old, I've got a couple of Altoids, and if anybody wants they can pet my cat.
Canines are now on staff at hotels across the country, from urban addresses to rural retreats, as perks you can pet.
Fitch, a regional sales manager for Scotts lawn care company, the kiosk sponsor, had adopted a slogan of sorts for prying fingers: you can pet, but don't pick.
