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.]

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.]

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.]

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. ]

Yukisada | Ice Scream | M/M

[lendsahand]

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

[gekkajuu]

[He's so not used to this kind of life. Her kindness throws him off balance, even scares him a little sometimes, because what if he ends up losing it? Not that that would be any fault of hers, but he could do something wrong and make her hate him. He was really walking on egg shells when they first met, and even if he's improved since, there is always that doubt. He's just a pet, after all, and a rather worthless one, if his previous owner was anything to go by.

Blinking awake, he offers her a smile before stretching, rolling over, and rubbing his head at that foot, that leg. He's been enjoying the way she keeps spoiling him, but the fact that she's here is good enough.]

Good morning.

[justbloodlust]

[ Tachibana's eyes flick to the window, and she realizes it's not even really light out yet, but it's close enough they could probably get up and watch the sunrise and have breakfast and do normal things. There's no need to throw things off. She's already had to work pretty hard to keep her temper around him - she doesn't want to scare him! - and she doesn't want to mess up now.

But.

Even in her tank top and shorts, she feels incredibly hot this morning, and while she'd thought it was wrong to use pets for sex in the abstract, the closer he gets to her, the more she feels like she's almost withholding something from him, not touching him that way.

She bites her lip, reaches down to pat at her own bare thigh, below where her shorts stop. ]

Come up here a little more so Tachibana can pet your head, please.

[ She's never made him call her mistress or master or anything, but she's never stopped him either if that was what he wanted. But on her part, she refers to herself in the third person with her last name, just as she does to anyone else. ]

[gekkajuu]

[Whatever time it really is, if she wakes him, that clearly makes it morning! He doesn't mind anyway, she's always so kind to him, and he not-so-secretly loves the physical affection she shows him.]

Yes, Tachibana-sama.

[Of course he calls her that, when there's a need to call her anything at all. His sense of scent tells him a thing or two, but if she prefers to keep things gender-neutral, he can certainly do that. Gender isn't nearly as important as the kind of relationship they have, anyway.

Crawling close on all fours, he rubs his head against her leg where she patted it, both because physical signs are more important to him than verbal ones (especially when he's still a little groggy from waking up), and because it puts him close enough for her to pet. Just the prospect of it is enough to give him goosebumps. He's such a happy kitty right now.]

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]

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.]

Hello tiger son

[lendsahand]

[Yukisada poked his head out from the kitchen when he heard the familiar voice of his owner calling out, a warm smile on his face as he greeted him.]

Welcome home!

[He called back before resuming preparing dinner for his master and himself. He enjoyed playing mother or wife for Atsushi, he didn't mind either role. It wouldn't change the way he cared for his master. Not one bit.]

I'm making dinner right now so I can't come out to greet you! How was your day?

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!]

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.)

[gekkajuu]

[In spite of being a white tiger, the pet in question is, indeed, anything but scary-looking. Just a centimeter shorter than Mika, he looks shorter than that for the way he scrunches in on himself, wide-eyed and insecure, even his ears folded in fear. He's not a good pet. He knows he's not; he's been told as much for as long as he can remember. And he feels kind of bad for this new Master of his, ending up with a pet as worthless as him, but more than that, he's terrified of what will happen to him when his Master realizes what he is.]

Atsushi... It's Atsushi.

[So much nervous looking up. At least he's making eye contact?]

[gekkajuu]

It's fine, please don't worry about it!

[Atsushi might be an owner, but that didn't mean he couldn't treat Yukisada right. On the contrary, the fact that he didn't need to treat him right made it more important to do so anyway.]

Busy as usual! We arrested a murderer, and ended a mafia smuggling operation.

[Just another day in the life. Having gotten rid of his shoes etc., he finally made his way to the kitchen.]

Sorry I'm late.

[By like ten, fifteen minutes. But still.]

[lendsahand]

[Yukisada always fretted over Atsushi going out into such a dangerous job. But he was proud too, so very proud. He hurried along with cooking, planning on making a stew since it was winter and very cold out.]

It's alright! I was a little worried but I knew you would come home.

I just wish I had started cooking earlier so you could have something warm to eat after being out in the cold....

[gekkajuu]

If I'd been any later then, it might have gone to waste!

[Fortunately Atsushi was kind of hard to keep down. And his coworkers had ridiculous skills.]

Mmm, it smells good already! What is it?

[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? ]

[lendsahand]

It's beef stew. I figured it would be nice to have a hearty meal during the blizzard..

[He was watched the weather today and there should be a huge blizzard coming. He added in the carrots and potatoes he had just chopped into the pot and stirred it in.]

You should wash up and into something more comfortable... Shall I join you and help wash your back?

[gekkajuu]

Oh, um... if you want.

[It was still a little weird to Atsushi, but... that was what pets were for, right?]

Is it okay to leave the stew that long, though?

[lendsahand]

It needs to boil for another hour. It'll be fine!

[He quickly removed his apron and hung it up before hurrying past him to go start up the warm water. He needed to make sure the water was the perfect temp for Atsushi.]

I'll get the water started!