I don't know the story, so I can't say who the main characters are.
I'm sorry, I haven't read 'the petting zoo short story' specifically, so I can't tell you the exact plot.
I'm not sure specifically as there could be many novels with this name. It might be about a petting zoo, perhaps the experiences of the animals there, or the people who visit or work at the petting zoo.
Sorry, I'm not aware of the author of this 'petting zoo novel'. It could be an indie author or someone relatively unknown. You might need to do some more research in book databases or local libraries to find out.
On their first visit to the petting zoo, the girl and her dog would be in for a treat. The dog could be of a friendly breed and would be eager to make new animal friends. The girl would be excited to touch and feed the animals. They might start with the miniature pigs. The dog would be sniffing around while the girl was giggling at how cute the pigs were. As they continued their visit, they would create many precious memories together at the petting zoo.
The zookeepers might be the main characters. They have in - depth knowledge about the animals, and their daily work and care for the animals can be a major part of the story. For example, they could be dealing with a sick animal or trying to introduce a new animal to its enclosure.
Since we don't know the details of the story, it's hard to say for sure. However, it's likely that the main character is the one with the extraordinary luggage. There might also be characters like a porter or a hotel clerk who become involved when they discover the strange contents of the luggage. And of course, the animals themselves could be considered characters in a sense, each with their own personalities that contribute to the story.
A girl and her dog's first time at the petting zoo could be filled with many surprises. The dog could be very curious about the different smells and sounds. The girl might be more interested in the small and fluffy animals like guinea pigs. She could hold one while the dog watched with its head tilted in confusion. They would both learn a lot about different animals that day.
Since I don't have the full 'Super Zoo Story', it's hard to say for sure. However, common zoo animals could be the main characters. So, it could be the zookeepers too, who interact with the animals in the story.
Visitors can also be main characters in a way. Their reactions to the animals, their experiences at the zoo, and the memories they create all contribute to the overall story of the city zoo. Some visitors might be regulars who come often and have a special bond with certain animals or areas of the zoo.
The main characters in 'The Zoo Story' are Jerry and Peter.