Crossword puzzle clue "animals with collars often"

PET, to caress with the hand

OXBOW, a pronounced meander or horseshoe-shaped loop in a river

ARRESTER, one who makes an arrest, also ARRESTOR

ARREST, to bring to a standstill

BELL, to provide with a ringing device

BERTHA, a woman's deep lace collar to hide a low neckline, also BERTHE

BONE, to take the bones out of

CAMPSHIRT, a short-sleeved shirt