Pet People

[mirrormirrormeme]

PET PERSON MEME

>> premise

Hello, and welcome to The Care and Keeping of Your Pet! As you surely know, a pet is a big responsibility, and we're so glad you've decided to be a concientious master. A safe pet is a happy pet, and this handbook is certain to keep your precious lifelong friend as content as can be. The history of the animal person is a long and difficult one, with their origins not being known even to this day. However, scientists believe that despite our common appearance - most animal people have humanoid forms except for the ears, tails, and sometimes teeth - we share no common ancestry, even if the ascent of this species corresponds with that of the homo sapien. We gained dominance over each breed thousands of years ago, beginning with the dog type, who have long been considered "man's best friend." Most breeds these days are docile and perfect for owners of any speed. Of course, it is our duty as the superior species to take care of these animal creatures, and this is inherent in their genetic makeup. Everyone knows that an animal person, when matched with their correct human master, is loyal for life - a true "soulmate," if you will. Far be it for us to turn this away! Ever since the Great Domestication, these intelligent and loving animals have served us as friends, workmates, guardians, servants, and sexual companions and will for years to come. Despite recent hubbub from so-called "Pet People's Rights Activists," this way of life is wholesome and good. Scientific research shows that the natural desire of the pet person is to be owned and cared for by a human. So, it's your first pet. What do you need to know? As previously stated, pet people come in as many breeds as you can possibly think of. By far and away the most popular are the dog and cat types, but exotic birds and lizards have been gaining popularity among trendsetters from L.A. to Tokyo! All pet types are best suited for certain jobs, and when hunting for one, it is best to search for a type that suits your needs best. However, a "True Match" - when a pet person bonds with you and only you for the rest of their natural lives - comes naturally, and sometimes takes time before you can find the pet you will be able to give a forever home to. According to all current research, pet people are completely sentient and like us in many ways. However, it is important to remember that they have many animalistic and feral characteristics. Do not be foolish and think that your pet is a person, despite the facts that many are clothed and may be allowed to read, write, and have "hobbies." Some traditional pet owners may eschew these frivolities, and that is within their right. Pet people age more quickly than humans, at least physically, and many types have long lifespans. It is not uncommon for pets to be passed through the family. When getting your child their first pet, it's important to keep in mind that just because the pup is tiny now, a grown pet can be jumpy around a small child. It is important to train a pet. Discipline will be necessary. This does not make you a bad owner. Failure to train early will result in a rebellious pet. Training is especially important if you want your pet to serve as a household servant. Remember, your pet will be extremely protective of you, especially if you are Truly Bonded. It is best to socialize them early. A socialized pet is a perfect family pet. These days, unowned and unbonded pet people are allowed to live as strays or "Frees" in certain designated areas. Some even hold "jobs." This is against their best interest, and owners who adopt these strays are to be rewarded. Still, the best place to get pets are from liscenced kennels or breeders. Some masters find it beneficial to participate in activities with their pets, such as shows and other competitions. Finally, much has been made about the sexual relationship between pet and master. This is a normal facet of the bond, and humans are sure to find pet people sexually alluring. But beyond that, it is only responsible and prudent for owners to care for their pet's needs. It is a well-known fact that the libidos of pet people are remarkably strong, and when they go into heat, it is usually more convenient for a master to relieve them. There is no risk of pregnancy. All rumors of hybrids are urban legends. Despite this, masters must remember to not view their pets as romantic partners. Humans should stay with humans. With that said, thank you and welcome to your first day as a pet's master!

>> how to play

Needless to say, The Care and Keeping of Your Pet is a bit biased and full of propaganda, but it gives a good idea of the world your character is now AU's into. They are either a pet person or a human master, and what that means for them varies. So are they a devoted pet or a rebellious animal person looking to buck the system? A generous master or a cruel sexual sadist? Just a normal pet owner? Most likely they're something in between, but when you're raised in this world, it's difficult to see anything different on the horizon. Rules Comment with your character and say whether they'd be a master or a pet. Ideally, they could be played as both. Mention what kind of each they'd be and what they'd be like, (ie: "Xx-chan is a bunny girl who is happy to please her master" or "Asterothia is a cat boy who is aloof but loyal to his true master"). For pets, be sure to include features ("wolf ears, tail, teeth). REMEMBER, pet does not automatically equal submissive and master automatically equal dominant. This is not a BDSM setting though BDSM can be included. How far you want to go with the actual "pet" aspect is up to you, as well. Your pet could just be your slightly-furry roommate or soulmate! Comment to others. Play out the scene.

>> prompts

This by now means an all-inclusive list, but it should get you going in the right direction. First Time Pet/Owner: Usually, pets are gotten at a young age; you're an old dog. Can you learn new tricks? True Bond: What all masters and pets yearn for...the pet's loyalty and adoration for life. Love: It's expected for masters to love their pets, but to love them? Romance is strictly forbidden. Old "Couple": Master and pet have grown together and know each other. You know, know each other. Loss of Master: The pet has lost their master, perhaps even their True Bond. Is it possible to move on? Young Master/Older Pet: Pets age quicker than masters, so it's possible to end up with a bit of an "age" difference. Family Pet: This pet's been raised as part of the family. What happens when their feelings for a family member get more than platonic. For Your Protection: You don't want to be a master, but you have to take in a pet for their protection lest they be in danger from the general public. Stray: You're a stray or a "Free." Can you live like this with your biology screaming for you to make a match? Servant: You're more servant than pet. All Sex, All the Time: The only purpose for this pet is to service the master, and not in a way that means cleaning their house. Guard: You're a loyal bodyguard, a service pet. You'll do anything for your master. Anything. Pet Play: This is for those who prefer to keep their animals on leashes, have them eat from bowls, and keep away from clothing. Breaking In: Training is important with any pet. In Love with Another Master...or Pet: To lust after another's master is no better than treason, and to wish to be with another pet just cruel! Punishment: Bad dog, no nookie! Heat: All pets go into heat, and it's the responsibility of the owner to take care of this problem. After all, unchecked dry humping kills thousands every year. Breeding: Breeders know the best qualities in each type and mate the cream of the crop together to continue lines. It's a hobby for some, a calling for others. Pregnancy: So, about that whole "hybrid" thing. It maaaay be more true than you think, even if pet/human pregnancies are the stuff of salacious tabloids. Territorial: Hey, hey, other dog person! This is your apartment. Stay the fuck out! Kennel: Kennels are where unadopted pets are kept. They're generally agreed to be depressing places. Why not volunteer at one, keeping the pets healthy and happy with the kind of affection only humans can show? Rebelling Against the System: Damn the Man! Pet people are people, too! Just be careful not to get talk. You know what happens to bad pets. Instant Attraction: You ever just look at someone and know they're the one? That they're...your master? But what if you've been trying to fight it? Well, don't try! Dominant Pet: You might be the pet, but you call the shots, at least in the bedroom. Pet Show: Everyone wants to show off how perfect their animal is. Look at that ass! And you'll never believe their special skills... Therapeutic: Pets, especially those bred for their kindliness, are perfect therapy for those who've been through trauma and heartache. Jealousy: Who's that around your master? Oh, hell no. They better not be touching them! Petting: Pet people are absolutely gaga for being touched. Even the most steely ones turn to mush for rubs. Games: Playing with your pet and giving them exercise is a key to happiness. Of course, with a pet person, you might want to use other toys instead of a ball.

Comments

Vincent Law/Ergo Proxy // Ergo Proxy // OTA

[theworldunwinds]

[ooc: Vincent is a unicorn and Ergo is a dragon. You can pick either one or the other or both (split personality) but M/M only if Vince is involved. Kinks are in the journal, PM me with any questions.]

[raventonbeauty]

[Would like to play predominantly with Ergo, though having the option for both sounds fun. Ashley comes from a vampire canon and has a lot of vampire imagery, but he is human. They are in a modern Parisian apartment, unless you prefer otherwise.]

He wasn't sure what possessed him to purchase a pet. A unicorn, no less. Something rare and exquisite.

Ashley suspected that he was probably going to destroy it. Plants had always died under his care, flowers rotting in pots and vases on his windowsills. He left them there, until his brother Arkady cleared them away and scolded him for being slovenly.

Arkady was gone now, gone forever, and all Ashley could feel was the void he had left behind.

So he bought a pet. Pets were good for filling the void in the loss of a loved one, weren't they?

It would be entertainment. He could prod at it, find out what made its little heart tick. Fortunately, he supposed, for the pet, Ashley Raventon was not cruel. But he was careless and spoilt to an extreme degree, and his heart was wretched with pain from his loss.

Lounging over the back of a chair, Ashley stared at his pet, studying him like a pinned butterfly. His long red hair spilled forward over his shoulder and the back of the chair like a river of blood, adding to the unnerving sharpness of his stare.

"There are take out menus on the table," he said. They were the first words he'd spoken to his pet, having conducted the transaction with nothing more than a point of his finger and a toss of money. In English, with a soft, cultured Louisiana accent that spoke of money, despite the irritable drawl in which he delivered the words. "Order something."

[theworldunwinds]

Vincent had ended up in the shelter by accident really. Caught sleeping in a place he ought not to, he was taken in by animal control, cleaned up a bit and given a pen. Unfortunately unicorns, while rare, were known to be high maintenance, so he'd sat in his pen for some time before suddenly he was bought and brought to a new home.

He was a plain black unicorn. He was so plain, he didn't even sport a ring of jewels at the base of his ebony horn. And with his black tufted tail, he'd been mistaken for a donkey several times.

His other half had not been any help at all, perhaps feeling the best way to escape was to be bought. Part of Vincent hoped they'd stay, he was so tired of being a stray, but this new owner didn't have a lick of warmth in him, had hardly even looked at him...The couch the man was laying on had gotten more attention than he had. He'd hoped for a bath, maybe some grooming, hell even a tour of his new home.

Nothing.

He just stood awkwardly in the room, green eyes wandering and taking in what he could.

Then, he spoke, and his long black ears perked at the voice of his new master.

But it wasn't anything he expected. Menus?

He looked around for the table in question, and then to his master.

"O-Okay..." he replied quietly, going over and shuffling through the menus, but not really reading them. He had no appetite and his master hadn't indicated in the slightest what he'd want.

Kuroo Tetsurou | Haikyuu!! | M/M

[kittycap]

[ As a pet, he's a big black cat with plenty of affection, whether his owner is interested or not. As an owner, he'll do his best to look after whatever animal happens to be in his care. Pass on anything to do with breeding, and rebelling against the system is kinda boring, so let's skip that one. ]

Flynn Scifo | Tales of Vesperia | OTA

[divine_streak]

[As a pet, Flynn is a loyal and submissive golden retriever who constantly frets and worries about his master. At the end of the day though, he is a huge suck who loves pets, belly rubs, and even more risque rewards, though he'd be mortified to admit it.

As a master, Flynn is strict but also loving and protective of his pet. He sets many rules he expects his pet to follow, but in return he is quite generous with rewards, though he is easily flustered by more sexual ones and enterprising pets may have a decent time turning the tables on him in the bedroom.]

Nakajima Atsushi | Bungou Stray Dogs | OTA

[gekkajuu]

[Pet; white tiger person because I'm original like that. Used to serious abuse and inclined to get a little Stockholmy about it. I would approve of both continuing that trend or the exact opposite: someone to spoil him rotten.]

first time owner/new master/etc!

[justbloodlust]

[ Tachibana isn't the kind of person to abuse a pet, not really. He's only a little older than her, and he seems so cute and helpless, and she can't imagine doing anything to hurt him. In fact, so far since he's been handed to her - by her parents to keep her company now that she lives on her own - she's basically spoiled him rotten with all his favorite foods and treats and walks and playing around together.

It's only now she's gotten curious. She's woken up after a sexy dream, and there he is sleeping at the bottom of her bed and he's so cute and sweet and... ]

Kitty! Kitty, are you awake?

[ If he isn't, the sixteen-year-old girl's bad stage whisper has probably awakened him, along with rubbing at him with one foot. ]

new master, unfortunately

[paydays]

[Mika's never really. Owned a pet before. All things considered, he's more or less used to being the pet, even though he isn't biologically one at all -- that's just how life with a certain senior tends to go. Needless to say, the whole situation is still a bit foreign to him; all the responsibility, all the rules, all the... downright strangeness of the whole thing. The only saving grace he can think of is that the -- animal? person? god help him -- before him doesn't seem to be too scary at first glance. He can do not scary. Not scary is good.

Oh boy.

Tugging anxiously at the sleeves of his jumper, oversized and sticking out from beneath his blazer, Mika hopes that the way he's regarding Atsushi doesn't seem too amateur. He might be a newbie, but he's determined to step up to the job. Mama didn't raise no slacker.]

Er... Ya gonna... [... and he's off to a great start, losing his words just as quickly as he speaks them. He swallows thickly.] Y-Y'gonna have to remind me what ya name was again, if 'm gonna be lookin' after you for the time being--!

[Don't mind the accent.]

Sollux Captor II Homestuck II OTA

[psionichax0r]

[Petstuck anyone? Can be master, pet, or fellow pet if you want to go that route. Probably just play him as a feral troll as a pet, could go younger or older depending.]

zaheer bell | original | m/m

[pawntoe1]

[Pet; the most vain well-trained falcon you will ever have the (dis)pleasure of owning. He will probably get hella sexual quickly because hey, how else do you sway someone to your control? Pretty flighty and manipulative, though I'd love for the right person to see through his tricks and actually discipline/train him.]

[carryon_crow]

[looking over your prefs, discipline can be impact play and bondage, right?~]

Yukisada | Ice Scream | M/M

[lendsahand]

[ He's a pet owl. He can be pet that acts like a doting owner.]

hello momma owl

[gekkajuu]

[It still feels weird, being an owner. It wasn't really Atsushi's choice, because he wasn't sure if he was ready for that kind of responsibility, but things just happened, as they so often do in his life, and here he is.

Not that he minds. It's almost like having a -... Well. Someone who takes care of him, anyway.]

I'm home!

[He dumps his bag and shoes at the entrance, and walks into his little apartment.]

Mirai Kuriyama (栗山 未来) // Beyond the Boundary (境界の彼方) // ota

[miraikuriyama]

Kaguya Nanbu | Endless Frontier | OTA

[kaguya_nanboobs]

[ooc: a nice, placid bovine pet for you! Dairy cow attributes - breast expansion, lactation, milking - optional and encouraged, if you're up for that!]

[deusexhormones]

[ Totally up for those bovine traits and the optionals as well, but does any sort of specific situations/framing sound good for you in terms of their relationship and/or her coming into his care? ]

KAGEHIRA MIKA | enstars

[paydays]

(either role; as a pet he's an adorable but very unkempt and mangy-looking catboy with messier hair than usual, if that's possible. he's got sensitive ears, but don't tell anyone!! i'm particularly interested in playing him as a stray (or former stray), but anything goes.)

[somnolent_knight]

[Wanna do joint pets? Or a lazy owner? I'm down with Mika being a newly taken in stray while Ritsu is a spoiled housecat or Ritsu taking in a stray cat on the way home?]

Adam | Only Lovers Left Alive

[darksongs]

[As an owner he would need a pet that would not destroy his things. He'd be responsible in terms of feeding his pet, but he's very aloof and often depressed. He wouldn't initiate play on his own, and he would appreciate a quiet, gentle pet.

If you're looking for exotic, he's the pet for you, though he might creep your friends out. He's a vampire bat with large ears, wings that are attached to his arms and sharp fangs. His ears and wings are black, and he feeds on blood. Be prepared to indulge his love of music by providing him with instruments and records (which he prefers over CDs or MP3s). He needs a gentle owner, as he's depressed and has a loner personality.

M/F with the exception of Sir Thomas Sharpe and MCU Loki.]

Ashley Raventon | Lost Souls | M/M

[raventonbeauty]

[Either way, he is spoiled and lovely. As a pet, he is a panther--a puma concolor, to be precise, not a black panther. As an owner, he is neglectful and self-involved. Best suited to dominant pets who won't let him forget to feed them.]

Mavros Shahrizai | Kushiel's Legacy | M/M

[mavros_shahrizai]

[A playful, flirtatious black fox.]

Ritsu Sakuma | Ensemble Stars! | M/M

[somnolent_knight]

[ Very sleepy and lazy pet cat who wants to be spoiled or very sleepy and lazy owner who needs to be taken care of by his pet.]

ravyn song | original character | m/m

[achromat]

mix and match!

[stilinski]

Stiles doesn't need a master, and he tells himself this every morning when he wakes up a little colder and a little hungrier. He's been doing fine on his own without a gross human pretending to look after him when all they wanted was... well, there was no secret about what people wanted to keep pets for. His old owner had been that way, disciplining Stiles under the guise of training when really it was more about being a sadistic bastard. It hadn't worked on him, though, just turning him more wild until he'd run away one night. Living on the streets was hard, but he was convinced that it was better than living as a pet.

But the desire for a master was built into his very existence, and he couldn't deny its pull at times. He'd watch people on the streets and wonder if any of them were kind to their pets, or maybe disagreed with the institution altogether. Stiles was always careful not to be seen in case someone reported him, or worse tried to catch him. But sometimes he'd risk it to catch a glimpse of one man who would always walk past him, a human with a kind face and a smile naturally curving his lips up at the corners. Stiles doesn't need a master, but sometimes he catches himself thinking about having one anyway.

Ren Nagai | original character | male preference, OTA

[rennotrin]

[Open to most prompts except for all sex, pet play, breaking in, breeding/pregnancy, and pet show. Please see character info before tagging. <3]