Human Pup Role Play Fetish
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Human pup play is a popular kink and often seen at pride parades and online on Social Media. At Moodtime we have embraced this popular fetish and offer all the necessary Fetish Gear to get the kinkster in the mood. So let’s dive into Puppy Play with this handy Pup Play guide to help all the curious or new pups out there!
What is puppy play?
Puppy play is a subsection of pet play in the kink community where people take on the physicality and role of a pup. For some, this is sexual and for others, it is not. Pup play also falls under the BDSM umbrella of sex. This play can be a great many things, but it is absolutely not bestiality it is human role play. The appeal with puppy play is about becoming a naught pup, and all that goes with it.
There are some definitions and ideas to cover before we really go further. Within the pup community, there are human pups, handlers, companions and of course strays.
Human pups: These are the people who get down and play the role of the puppy.
Handlers: Handlers are the humans that remain human. Sometimes handlers will be exclusive handlers to one pup, but often handlers will handle many pups, as there tend to be more pups than handlers in the scene. Handlers take care of the pups and make sure they are safe, hydrated, fed and trained.
Companions: There is much less mention of companions in the community, but they exist! If you want to get involved but do not want to be a pup or a handler, this role is for you. Companions retain their personhood and can interact with human puppies.
Strays: Strays are human puppies who are not collared or do not have a handler.
Why be a puppy?
There are as many reasons for enjoying puppy play as there are pups who play! Some people in the community absolutely do love a dynamic between pup and handler that evokes feelings of humiliation, but that is not the majority. For the most part, it is just the opposite. Most pups enjoy being cared for in a loving and affectionate way. Positive interactions like saying “Good dog!” and giving ear scratches show that they are loved and valued. For handlers, it can be just as rewarding to have their dogs look up at them with absolute, unconditional love and a willingness to please.
Puppy head space aka pup-space. A large appeal for human pups is the puppy headspace. For many, it is a form of escapism, a way of clearing your mind and allowing the complications of regular human life to fade away. As a puppy, thinking becomes simplified and life can be experienced in the moment. Puppies do not plan for the future or ruminate on the past and so for that reason, going into pup-space can be a huge stress reliever.
As a human-pup, interactions are sometimes wordless, though not silent. Human-pups learn to communicate through body language, woofs and tail-wagging. Without words or complicated thoughts to focus on, pup-space allows human-pups to experience the world in a more sensual way. They can perk up their ears and smell their way around the room in a way that is altogether different from how humans experience the world. Pup-space also offers the opportunity to get in touch with your playful side. Puppies like to roll around with other puppies, maybe take a few playful nips here and there and generally have fun. Puppy play can bring that simple joy into human-pups’ lives and the lives of other members of the community.
Naming, every sexy pup needs a name
A puppy name can do a lot to help get you in the right pup-space as well as communicate information about you as a pup. Make sure your name feels right to you. There is a lot of debate as to who should name a puppy, but ultimately it’s up to you! You can choose your own name or allow yourself to be named by your handler. This could be a great opportunity to practice communicating with your handler while in the puppy headspace. Your handler could suggest names and watch for your reaction to them until you find a name that fits perfectly!
Puppy Play Gear
The important part about puppy play is about getting in there and having fun. You do not need any gear to get into this kink. BUT there’s a lot of really fun gear that you can absolutely get into! Another important note is that gear is not consent. Just because someone is decked out in pup gear does not mean that they consent to being touched by anyone they don’t already have a relationship with. Negotiating consent as a human-pup may look a bit different than as a human, but the same ground rules apply. Start slow and be observant. Sniff it out.
Puppy play hoods and muzzles
This is one of the most visibly noticeable bits of Pup Gear you can have is the mask or hood, for proper pup play they are essential. Hoods can have a nice sensory deprivation effect that can help you go into the right headspace a little more easily. For some, it can even enhance some of your other senses. We have some options available in our Online Store that are made of great materials to help you get into the right headspace. We know that the perfect one will really howls at you!
The puppy hoods are made from quality neoprene. If you do not want the full headgear we do also stock Muzzles which are definitely worth considering. Neoprene is a fabric that is gaining in popularity for its versatility, comfort, and wash-ability and come in many colour options to suit every pup.
Pup play butt plug tails
These tails are butt plug tails and can get pretty fun if you know what we mean! These Butt Plug Tails have a way of making sure a pup stays very happy while wagging their tail! They are made of body safe silicone and come in a range of colours.
Armbands, Collars, Leashes & Harnesses
These all fall into the bondage & BDSM restraints area, collars can really help bring you into the right headspace and they can also signify a great many things! Collars can be like wedding and engagement rings and taken just as seriously. Just like in BDSM, sometimes there are even collaring ceremonies very similar to weddings if you really want to take your puppy play to the next level. You can also fit a dog name tag to the collar. Leashes can be simple dog leashes that attach to your collar, there are also Armbands or you can go for a full-body harness. It is much easier to find a harness that will fit your body if you do not have breasts, but fortunately, with the popularity of Bondage Gear, there is an endless variety of harnesses! Find whatever works for you and makes you feel good!
Puppy knee pads and paws
Padding for your hands and knees are probably the most important gear to get, though they are less sensationalized than other gear. Fortunately, you can use sports & construction padding pretty effectively. Just make sure you have something to protect your knees and knuckles if you’re going to be spending hours running around on all fours!
Incorporating other kinks
The cool thing about puppy play is that it is so versatile especially if you are already into BDSM. Discipline your pup for bad behaviour! Into Watersports? Get into housebreaking with puppy pads or backyard bathroom breaks. Oral fixations? Get some chew toys! One thing to keep in mind as you are incorporating different elements of puppy play is that dog food is meant for dogs, not human-pups! Homemade bone-shaped cookies, beef jerky, cereals or beef stew are some favourites in the community. You can eat these foods out of a nice dog bowl to enhance your experience.
Puppy Pride Fetish Flag
Puppy play is an evolving fetish and it first appeared in 1800s Europe, and has gained major popularity globally through social media since in the 1990s and now is bigger than ever. For all the proud pups there is even an official pup pride flag! Be a happy, proud puppy and wag your tail and wave your Puppy Pride Flag! The Puppy Pride Flag was designed in 2011 to represent those within the community into pet play.
Puppy play, like any kink, is what you make it. Stay curious and observe how you react to the different elements. If you are curious about Puppy Play, start exploring and develop your own idea of what you want it to be for yourself.