Everything About Pet Play And How to Get Started

Are you looking to try out something kinky in the bedroom but BDSM is a little too hardcore for you right now? Why not try pet play. Pet play is fun and light and is easy to get into.

Pet play is a form of roleplay kink in which one or more participants plays the role of an animal. This kink falls under a larger umbrella of animal play in BDSM the dom/sub relationship where the sub usually behaves like and dresses like their animal of choice while the dom plays the role of owner.

Pet play is considerably less known compared to other sub-cultures in BDSM because of the stigma it faces. But no one here wants to have sex with an actual kitten, just to embody the behavior of a cute little kitten. People who take part in this kink consider it the most underrated of all BDSM types and also the most fun. It can range from playful to extreme BDSM so wherever you lie on the spectrum, this is something you can for sure consider for you and your partner.

Pet play is approachable, all it requires from you is a great imagination and some fun tools to get started. There are two roles to play: the sub will usually assume the role of the pet animal while the dom assumes the role of the owner. Animal roleplay is usually done with a power exchange erotic relationship. The sub/pet likes to be humiliated, degraded, or treated like an animal of their choice while the dom/owner gets to fulfill their need to own or ‘pet’ someone and treat them as they see fit.

Although you can play the role of any animal you choose, pet play has its all-time favorite role-played animals. Each animal comes with its personality traits.

Known as ponygirls or ponyboys, these are highly trained pets that love showing off their extensive pet skills and can be led around by their owner. A cart can be strapped at your back and you’ll go around pulling it.

Just like kittens are cute and like to give and receive love and affection, a pet kitten is affectionate towards the owner and may do cute stuff like mewling or licking at their paws. How very cute. Pet puppy/dogs are playful and can be trained to do simple tricks.

Pet play is not limited to these three, however. There are other animals played such as pigs, bunnies, foxes, cows, and mythical creatures as well.

A pet can be chosen on instinct. Ask a person what they’d rather be, a kitten or a puppy and you’ll get an answer. You’re just reaching inside you and finding your spirit animal and then roleplaying as the human version of it.

Some subs prefer to have their owner choose the pet they’d rather own. In this case, the owner is tasked with training the pet how to behave and act according to the preferred pet animal.

The submissive can also switch animals around from time to time if their pet play is temporary, or they’re doing it more as an experimental thing or if they feel that they identify with more than just one animal.

You’re here so you’re on the right track.  Pet play can be light and fun but you still need to know what you’re getting yourself into. knowing what it's about will make getting into pet play that much easier. Knowing simple things like the lingo used in pet play and the kinds of things done during a pet play session will help your mind get into the pet space. Researching the kind of play involved with specific animals will help you know more about the kind of pet you want to be and get the right gear.

You can’t get into pet play without choosing the pet animal you want to role-play. You can choose the animal yourself if you already know where your interests lie or you could have an owner if you already have one choose the pet animal of their liking.

Pet play is not complete without the accompanying gear and accessories. Furry tail butt plugs, cat ears or dog masks, leather straps, and collars, feeding bowls- you name them- accessories help you enact pet play scenes even better by putting you better in that mind space. Different pets require different gear so you need to know the animal you want to play before splurging on pet costumes and gear.

The assumption here is that you want to discover pet play with your partner but in case you’re just by yourself then you may want to look into getting a partner. Pet play can be done solo but it is more fulfilling when done with a partner.  Don’t worry, finding a partner is as easy as posting on Craig's list then fielding out offers.

In the realm of BDSM, having contracts is important to protect oneself from lawsuits and stuff like that. Especially if you are going into pet play with a partner you don’t know, it is important that you enter official contracts of agreement before getting involved in any kind of play.

Of course, you need to train. Some roles are easy to get into but most likely than not, you’re going to need a bit of training so you’re more comfortable assuming the role of a pup/ kitty or pony. Different pets will require different types of training. For example, ponies require more high-level training than other pet types so this is something you need to keep in mind.

These are rules under the safe/sane/sober/consensual commandments. They are the rules that are to be practiced within each pet play session between you and your partner. Both you and your partner can come with the rules or the dom can come up with the set of rules that the [et has to follow during a session.

As pet play is quite versatile and can range from simple kinky fun to intense animal role-playing, it is important that you figure out the limits to what you’d like to happen in your session. It is also important that you discuss this with your partner so everyone in the space knows what the limits are.

Some of the activities done and also the gear used is not so safe for humans especially if used long term. You need to go through the various safety precautions and protective gear that you need to use to make pet play a safe space to play in and minimize health risks.

The best way to get your mind into pet space is to play little enacting scenes. Doing little things like feeding off of a food bowl or wearing a collar around your neck will help you get psychologically into the pet space. Just remember to practice safety precautions. If you’re going to eat out of a food bowl, please eat human food. Animal food is not healthy for humans as it lacks the proper nutritional requirements.

All the preparation in the world will never be enough if you don’t just get into the real thing and try pet play sessions. Getting into that space for real will give you a feel of what type of pet play you’re into and what you’re more comfortable doing and if you have fun with the kink.

Grooming is an important part of pet play, usually done after a pet play session by the owner to the pet. It is a process where the owner takes care of the pet by brushing their hair/ skin, first using a hard brush then a softer one, but not every pet is into this so if you’re one of the nots then that’s cool.

Discipline and punishment are also a major part in roleplaying. Naughty pets are punished as the owner sees fit and if a pet behaves then she is rewarded by pet treats such as affection/ more cuddly time or food treats for good behavior.

Pet play is a niche kink that is easy to get into and would e a great way to explore your sexual needs or to just destress, or even add a little more variety into your bedroom activities. So, bust out the fluffy tail and bridle and get into some fun kinky psychodrama play.