Griffin Keyes, a kind-hearted zookeeper, loves his job and the animals he cares for but is disheartened by his lack of success in his personal life, particularly with his love interest, Stephanie. When Stephanie declines his marriage proposal, Griffin feels compelled to consider leaving the zoo for a more glamorous job, hoping to win her back. In the midst of this personal turmoil, the animals at the zoo make a surprising decision: they break their code of silence and start speaking to Griffin. The animals, who value Griffin's care and commitment, offer him unconventional advice on how to impress Stephanie and improve his romantic prospects.

As Griffin navigates these strange new relationships with his animal friends, he embarks on a series of comedic and clumsy attempts to transform himself based on their guidance. The animals, ranging from a lion to a giraffe, provide humorous and often misguided tips on human courtship, pushing Griffin out of his comfort zone and into a variety of awkward situations. Throughout his journey, Griffin gains insight into true self-worth and the meaning of genuine love, leading to unexpected personal growth and new understandings about what really matters in life.