Answer: petters

AnswerCrossword Clue
PETTERSDog owners, often
PETTERSPAINTER FROM MÁLAGA
PETTERSSome children at kid-friendly zoos
petterstreat with unusual kindness and consideration pamper
pettersstroke in a gentle or loving manner
pettersengage in amorous embracing, caressing, and kissing neck
pettersto treat as a pet
pettersPETTER, one that pets (to caress with the hand)