Kitty Play

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Kitty play, more commonly known as kitten play, is a form of pet play in which the person playing the animal is feline. Big cats, house cats, and kittens all fall under the umbrella. Not all those who identify as feline adapt BDSM into their pet play, but many who pet play do, so it is common courtesy to not push the idea of BDSM onto any pet player who does not seem to be into BDSM.

Behavior

Feline behavior is based on the size and age of the cat the pet has decided fits them best. Not all feline pet players have the same personalities, so each take on how to play a specific feline will be different. It's perfectly okay to not fit the mold perfectly, as no actual animals do.

The behaviors listed in this section are based off of the behaviors of actual felines. They may not reflect perfectly on how a pet player may behave.

Overall common behaviors of feline pets are:

• Sunbathing
• Stalking prey
• Playing chase
• Climbing
• Scratching
• Nuzzling
• Purring or chuffing
• Scent marking (rubbing the face on things)
• Claiming areas or people by sitting on them
• Vocalizing (meowing or roaring)

Kitten/cub specific behaviors:

• Mewling/roaring softly
• Romping all day long
• Exploring
• Frequent pouncing
• Chewing/teething
• Suckling

Training

Cats can be trained, but not to the degree of dogs, so that is a fact to be kept in mind during play. Chances are, a cat will snub commands a lot more than a dog will. If the pet is submissive, it is more possible to train them out of more negative behaviors, such as scratching or biting, but training a human pet out of normal animal behaviors can be detrimental to their headspace.

Positive reinforcement for good behavior is a good method of training. A feline can be rewarded with either treats, praise, cuddling, or some form of privilege during playtime.

Negative reinforcement is a good way to deter bad behavior. Felines react best to the spray bottle of water, however, scolding and light spanking can also help.

Some trainable behaviors include:

• Sitting up and begging
• Bringing back toys (prey)
• Using a litter box
• Eating and drinking from bowls on the floor
• Sleeping in a pet bed or a crate

Note that using a litter box in kitty play is not for everyone, and the same goes for caging. Keep this in mind during any negotiations with a pet, whether the pet play is just a scene or is going to be a lifestyle choice.

Gear

For many feline pet players, finding and buying gear is an exciting part of their play. Although there is a world of gear available, it is good to keep in mind that one does not need all of the gear to be able to engage in pet play. Some pet players do not use any gear at all.

The most commonly seen gear set for kitty play will usually include ears, a tail, and a collar with a bell on it. However, there are many types of gear beyond that. Harnesses, leashes, gloves, mittens, body suits, and leg fluffies can all be used to help a pet feel more feline. More dominant pets may don talons or claw gloves.

A resource page for Pet Play that lists places to buy various gear is coming soon.

Food and Treats

So pet players eat animal food, right? Wrong! The food sold for pets in grocery stores is made for pets, and pets have highly different nutritional needs than humans. However, it is very possible to create foods that look like foods made for pets and have fun, themed treats that are perfect for pet play. There are vegetarian and vegan options for those who are creative.

Food

Any type of stew or chunky soup Tuna or chicken salad Fish sticks (cut into smaller pieces) with a choice of sauce Chicken nuggets or fingers (preferably cut) with a choice of sauce Scrambled eggs

Treats

Goldfish crackers Gummy sharks Chocolate mice Pretzel bites Sushi

Popular treats among feline pet players