Reward for giving a paw (5)

I believe the answer is:

treat

(Other definitions for treat that I've seen before include "Celebration" , "Pay for someone's food or drink or look after them medically" , "Pay for someone's food or entertainment" , "Handle - delightful surprise" , "Special delight; handle" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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