Pet about to be given a bit of food (8)

I believe the answer is:

canoodle

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(Other definitions for canoodle that I've seen before include "Smooch" , "Behave amorously" , "neck" , "Hug and kiss" , "spoon" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.

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