Category:Pet Play

Pet play, also known as animal play, is a form of role play in which one or more participants act as animals, mythical creatures, or pets and may include a handler. Pet play can be considered a sub-culture of BDSM [1] and is considered unique in its many forms.

Interactions

The interactions within pet play can be either sexual or non-sexual. There are several dynamics that can be present, but there is no necessity for pet play participants to have an intimate relationship dynamic with one another. A human animal can be Dominant, submissive, switch or even neutral in play. Some pets may form packs, litters, herds, or similar groups based on their species, while others may be members of groups with their owners, such as show groups.

Pet play may exist in brief passing moments, or it can exist as a 24/7 lifestyle.

For some, pet play is an escape. For others, it is degradation and humiliation. How it fits a person depends on they want and need from the experience. Its flexibility is a major part of its appeal.

Training

Pet play animals can be trained by their handlers, but reception to training will often differ based upon the pet play animal and the individual in question, some pet play animals may even prefer to be feral and undomesticated. Most of the same training used on humans can be used on pet play animals, though they may be required to be creatively adapted in some cases. Usually the types of calls and responses being trained for may vary by animal type.

If the pet is submissive, it may be possible to train them out of negative behaviors such as scratching or biting, though some believe training a human pet out of normal animal behaviors and overly domesticating it can be detrimental to their pet space.

Gear

For many pet players, finding and buying gear is an exciting part of their play. Although there is a world of gear available through pet stores and specialty stores like equestrian shops and BDSM fetish suppliers, one does not need any gear to be able to engage in pet play, though many report that having some gear can greatly enhance the activities.

Food and Treats

The food sold for pets in grocery stores, such as canned cat food, is made for animals, not pet play animals. These foods are designed for animals that have highly different nutritional needs than humans engaging in pet play. It is possible to create foods that look like foods made for pets and have themed treats that are perfect for pet play. There are vegetarian and vegan options for those who are creative. In some cases, such as feeding a pet play pony a carrot, no food modification is needed at all.

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