bakerstreet | Some serious heavy petting

The AU!Pet Person Meme (Shipping & Smut)

>> 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 conscientious 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 sapiens. 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.

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

[Pet only, a panther, no breeding. I can start if you like. Kinks and info are in the journal.]

[Pet, a black cat, m/f 18+ only. Fine with all prompts except breeding/pregnancy. She's a wary pet, but utterly devoted once you have her loyalty. Interested in playing her as a stray, touch-starved/affection-starved, breaking in, discipline/punishment.]

[You open for a thread with an OC?]

[I can give it a go!]

[We can go with the stray cat he adopts or saved from the streets and wants to get closer to. Any preferred kinks?]

[Probably the owner but either works. I'm flexible with all]

(Crazy owner)

(Owner)

[Either! Won't really have the money to buy a pet as an owner, but there's other ways he could get one, of course.

As a pet, Cloud's a chocobo, so he's got medium-small wings, feathers in his hair and a tiny tail. Pretty wary and standoffish ~~but does love petting~~ but can definitely turn very loyal for the right person.]

[Pet or master - leaning pet - bottoms more than tops - if pet, can be a rescued fighter pit bull, a shiba inu, or a black and white cat - loyal and friendly and touch-starved - pick a prompt any prompt ]

Edited 2017-08-27 23:42 (UTC)

[Jean had never really wanted to become a pet owner. Being a master of someone else really wasn't something he felt he was fitting for. He was too carefree and irresponsible in his own opinion. (Eren would likely comment that he looked like a pet himself, that jerk.)

Yet here he was, opening the door to his apartment and bringing in a pet. He just couldn't bare the thought of leaving Shiro back there, where he could just be dragged back into fights... so he knew he needed to offer him a place to stay safe.

Once the door was open, he stepped aside to let Shiro go in first.]

Welcome to my home. It's not anything fancy... and it might be a bit small for two, but I'm sure with some arrangements, it'll work out.

[Shiro was never a small dog, but the fights have left him muscular and scarred, his ears and tail inexpertly docked from puppyhood. But in spite of it all, he'd always been polite and gentle at the shelter - not that anyone had really paid attention after a first glance. ...Until Jean. For that alone Shiro loved him.]

[He glances at Jean, then into the apartment, hesitating, ears flicking back and forth nervously. His shoulders hunch and his head lowers, like he expects to be attacked, but he cautiously precedes Jean into the apartment. But it doesn't smell like dogs, and he relaxes a little at a time. By the time he works his way around the living space to peer into the kitchen his tail is thumping a little against his thigh. He looks back to Jean and perks up his ears.]

I can stay here?

[Once it seems like Shiro's comfortable enough, Jean closes the door, not wanting to make him feel like he's being shut in an unknown, scary place - even if the space is small and easy to explore.]

Yeah. This is your new home. Feel free to make it as much yours as its mine... we can go shopping tomorrow or later this week for things you might need.

[Shiro cocks his head, looking puzzled.]

Things I need? Don't need anything. Place to sleep. Food sometimes?

[He shakes his head and sidles along the invisible break between the living room and the kitchen, uncertain if he's allowed in, then over to the hall leading back to the other rooms. He peeks around the corner.]

What's there?

Surely there are some things you'd like? I haven't owned a pet before, so I'm not sure how this all works, but... I want you to feel safe and comfortable.

[Jean walks over to the kitchen, seeing what he has there and taking two bottles of water and placing one of them on the counter while opening another.]

My bedroom and the shower... feel free to explore all you want. I don't have any secrets.

Like... [That earns him another puzzled look. ] Just... something I want? Just to have? Because I want it? [That just doesn't make any sense. He's not allowed to have things just because. He thinks back to the shelter. ] Others wanted blankets. Or toys. Should I want those things? [He doesn't sound very certain. ]

Well you don't need to want anything. The decision should come from yourself, not from what others have wanted... but don't worry if you can't think of anything right now. The offer is open later, too.

[It's not like there was any hurry.]

If you're comfortable with just this, that's fine, too. Just remember to voice your opinion if you feel like something's wrong, okay?

[He tilts his head the other way, looking even more confused. He looks around the room, then back to Jean incredulously. What could possibly be wrong?]

This is much bigger than the shelter. Are you going to chain me somewhere? Make me fight?

[He ducks around the corner to go investigate the bathroom and poke his nose in Jean's bedroom. ]

I have no intentions like that. I'm against dog fights... and I don't want to chain anyone down.

[What he sees in Jeans room is mostly a very messy bed because what's making your bed in the morning.]

It must be hard to trust anyone, but I hope you can learn to trust me.

[Snuff snuff.... Any pets in here recently? Hidden cats? Sudden bird? Is he trespassing?]

You're a good person. I already trust you.

[He's very matter-of-fact about it. You're not going to chain him up or make him fight or force him in a small cage? You're already 3 for 3 better than his previous owners so what is there to worry about? The shelter warned Jean about his tendency to be aggressively protective of his food, though he never bit anyone. ]

[The room only smells like Jean. He hasn't even had any quests lately. If he's met people, it's been elsewhere.]

Then I'm glad. Well... welcome home, then, Shiro.

[He starts and stares. But as he thinks about that his ears come forward and his tail begins to thump against his leg.]

...Home?

[Shiro comes back toward Jean, sticking close to the wall out of habit, and slows as he approaches, ears flicking backward and forward, backward and forward... About two meters away he crouches down to come the rest of the way on his hands and knees.]

[A little more... a little more... He stretches out his neck to kiss Jean's fingers and bump his forehead against his hand.]

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