Last updated: February 06, 2024Pet play takes kinkiness to another level as someone gets into the headspace of an animal. The primal dominant and the primal submissive to form the relationship of an “owner” and their “pet” respectively.
From dressing like a specific pet to behaving like the animal—pet play BDSM can be exciting for both parties. Moreover, there are different animals—including domestic and wild—to mimic as you’ll soon find out in this article. Pet play is all about fulfilling your wild fantasy and spicing up your bondage relationship. If you’re willing to act on your primal kink and you don’t know how to get started, read on as we delve into the world of pet play bondage.
We know that our brief explanation above did not go far enough as you would have wanted and we’ll be making up for it. Pet play is basically roleplaying in a BDSM relationship where there’s domination and submission dynamic. The fetish is only for kinksters who don’t mind setting their humanity aside for a while or training an animal to behave well.
As we stated earlier, there are various animals that you can mimic. And the animal you choose will determine your gear. For example, BDSM puppy play will require a dog bone gag, mitts & boots, a leash & collar, and a dog tail butt plug. You shouldn’t worry about the ease of buying these pieces of equipment—including the best tail butt plugs—because they’re available in stores.
Generally, BDSM pet play gear can include a pet play tail (preferably with a belt loop if you’re not into anal play), animal-like mask (with ears), sport-grade knee pads, human kennel cage, shock collar, litter box, bodysuit (for furry BDSM), wrist guard, metal claws (for kittens), and other equipment that you find fitting.
Trust us, finding the right tools is not difficult. For example, it took only minutes for us to learn about the high-quality Strict Leather Puppy Hood with Bendable Ears. Besides the glowing reviews about the beautifully crafted leather hood, the bendable ears keep their form as the sub crawls.
If puppy play is not your thing, maybe pony play is. We found the Dark Horse Pony Head Harness With Silicone Bit Gag to also be a trustworthy tool. It boasts 6 adjustment points for the perfect fit as you ride around on your human pony. Besides, if you don’t mind trying out anal play, you can find a well-designed beginner butt plug and a high-quality anal training kit to ease your journey.
In pet play BDSM, you don’t choose a random animal. You must choose an animal based on certain factors that attach specific purposes to the play. One factor is the sub acting upon their instincts to which animal they most relate with. A loyal and playful sub can lean toward the puppy. However, a cat can be an ideal choice if they have a feral kink.
Another way to choose the animal is for the dom to choose for the sub. The choice is about the kind of animal the dom would like to train and own. If the dom prefers a kitty, they can open the door to BDSM kittens.
As you might have expected, animal roleplay does not come without its risks. So, you’ll need to take certain precautions to avoid trouble. Below are some safety tips that can help you enjoy safe pet play:
A shock collar can add excitement to pet play when the sub is being punished for breaking rules but it can also be dangerous since this is electric play. We won’t say that you should remove it from your pet play gear but we strongly advise that you read the collar’s instructions for proper use.
According to the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, the shock collar can do significant damage Trusted Source Risks of Shock Collars and Fences | Pet Talk | CVMBS News Many people have found shock collars and fences to be not only ineffective but also inhumane, says animal behaviorist Dr. Bonnie Beaver. vetmed.tamu.edu to a dog. Even though your sub is human, you still want to be gentle with how you use the equipment to prevent devastating side effects.
A common sight in pet play BDSM is the sub crawling, exposing their knees to pain. For example, a human pup may unknowingly crawl on a sharp object and suffer a cut. The best way to prevent troubles with your knees is not to avoid crawling, but to wear sport-grade knee pads. These pads will ensure that your knees are not exposed to harmful materials.
While we don’t encourage actual animal food, it makes pet play more realistic. Notwithstanding, animal food is not ideal for regular sessions but you can consider it for short scenes. Besides, you can simulate animal food using human food. One way to do that is to bake treats mimicking the shape of a bone.
One of the most popular pieces of equipment in pet play BDSM is a human-sized kennel cage where the dom can keep the sub restricted. Being in that cramped position for a long period can threaten the health of the sub. So, you want to keep your sub in the kennel for a limited time without endangering their safety.
Please, don’t use the cage for your partner if they’re claustrophobic to avoid a panic attack or severe anxiety as advised by UK's National Health Service (NHS). Trusted Source Claustrophobia - NHS Read about claustrophobia, including common triggers, physical and psychological symptoms, causes and treatment, plus help and support. www.nhs.uk
If you didn’t know, there are different types of pet play that you can explore. Below, we’ll discuss the main types of pet play:
As you now know that pet play is best practiced with a partner and you can decide to make the bondage play permanent. That means the sub stays on acting like an animal in the relationship instead of going back to her human self after a short period.
Short-term pet play is a one-off fantasy that both partners agree to incorporate into their BDSM relationship before opting for another next time. Essentially, this type is the direct opposite of permanent pet play.
There are various domestic animals to imitate for your pet play. One of them that you already know is puppy play where you imitate a dog through your actions. Another one is kitten play where you imitate a cat through your appearance and speech. Naturally, a puppy or a kitten is loving and playful, so those are the characters you want a sub to bring to the table.
Other domestic animals for pet play include cows, pigs, and ponies.
After discussing domestic animals, you expect us to talk about wild animals. The wild animals that you can imitate for pet play include foxes, wolves, etc. You can find the right pieces of equipment for these plays in BDSM stores for a fulfilled experience.
Learning how to pet play can breathe a new life into your troubled or boring relationship. Below, we’ll help you do just that:
Before you dive into pet play, you and your partner want to discuss safewords or gestures that will signal the dom to stop when something’s wrong. This is BDSM play, so you can’t rule out things going south. Therefore, we strongly advise you and your partner to develop safewords or gestures that guarantee an immediate response.
Cleaning your gear before play begins is certainly a no-brainer. Ensure that all the tools you’re deploying for the pet play are clean and carry no risk of infections.
Preparing the scene requires setting the room up for a splendid pet play. This includes getting all the necessary equipment ready for action.
If you’re going to play the “wild animal” scene, you need to domesticate the animal first. For example, before going ahead to make your sub your pet in a fox play, you must ensure that you domesticate them to get rid of their wild nature. That’s some way to make the session realistic.
Train your sub as you will your pet. For example, teach your human pup tricks and teach your human pony how to pull a cart. Essentially, just teach your sub the basic actions of the pet they’re imitating.
Let your sub eat like the animal that they are. That means making them eat and drink out of bowls without using their hands or silverware.
Don’t mistake training for grooming. Grooming requires tending to the sub and doing what you think needs to be one. That can include trimming their bushy hair.
Making your sub use the litter box instead of the toilet is definitely humiliating. This can also add to the excitement of the pet play.
Another way to pet play is playing with animal toys such as puppies with bones and kittens with ribbons. This can be ideal for solo pet play before getting involved with a human partner.
Caging your sub is basically you restricting their movement. You can invest in a kennel to cage them until you’re satisfied or they say the safeword.
Creating boundaries for your sub is a bit similar to caging them. A boundary can be denying them access to jump on the furniture without your permission. That makes the sub unhappy and gives them the punishment they deserve. You can also warn the sub against scratching the corners.
Here, you force the sub to walk on all fours. To prevent lasting harm, the sub should wear knee pads for their protection.
If your pet breaks your rules, it’s your duty as its owner to punish it. The punishment can include keeping the sub in the cage for a certain period or spanking them.
Even though the sub will break some rules, there will also be times they will be an obedient puppy. You can reward them for being a good puppy.
In any BDSM play, aftercare is very important. After you’re done with your pet play session, help your sub to relax mentally and physically to ensure that the play does not leave a lasting effect on them.
By now, you know that submissive pet play is all about satisfying your fetish or fantasy. There are various animals you can imitate and explore as you wish. However, you need fitting gear to make the play realistic. Even though we’ve largely focused on the sexual part of pet play in this article, this play can also be nonsexual, depending on what both parties want.
Besides, you must prioritize safety before, during, and after pet play. By following our safety tips and developing a safeword, you can set yourself up for a hitch-free session. You can now go-ahead to have fun and deepen your partner’s submission.
