I sometimes find myself hugging, playing with, and talking to my pets (my turtle Speedy in particular) when no one is looking. I can understand doing that when there are people around, as it is kind of a cute display of affection for your little digital pet, but alone? That means that the only ones who know you are showing affection to your little buddy are you and the pet (and perhaps a confused and/or disgusted GM).
Does anyone else do this? Does anyone out there have a pet that they would say they "love"? I could see this if you have had a certain pet for a very long period of time, who has been with you through thick and thin, and kept you company on long nights of solo grinding.
I love my pets!!