Related Clues:

• Stroke gently
• Favorite, as a theory
• Concierge service, e.g.
• Irritated state
• Word with name or project
• Teacher's favorite
• Hotel feature
• Caress
• Household member
• It's kept for companionship
• Subtle difference
• Family adoptee
• Fido or Fluffy
• Cuddle
• Collared one