Over the last ten years or so,Puppy Play has become much more popular. Although this unusual fetish seemed to be a niche activity, it seems that more and more couples are trying it out.Some where between fetishis man drole-playing, this practice is more social than sexual .
Perhaps you’ve already seen videos on Youtube or TikTok, for example, featuring men and women dressed up as… dogs. And not only do they look like dogs, they behave like them too. And they love it. In recent years, this slightly strange but friendly fetish has become much more democratic. While it used to be associated with the gay BDSM scene, things have changed. There are several reasons for this: the popularization of videos of the genre on social networks, a move away from harnesses and leather outfits, and a desire to let go. To name but a few.
So why and how do people get into Puppy Play? What is it really? Let’s take a look at a fetish with a real bite.
What are the origins of this fetish?
The concept of strict hierarchies in relationships (especially among gay men) is thought to have originated around the 1950s, when gays were generally rejected by society and their families. They would have created this hierarchy as a reminder of a semblance of family structure, based on sexual power dynamics. There are masters, “boys” and slaves who are extremely submissive. Leather is very much the supreme symbol of BDSM, but with time came the rubber and fur communities. Puppy Play emerged from this, as did other role-playing games based on animal figures. Over the past 15 years, the Internet has made Puppy Play increasingly popular.
What is Puppy Play really all about?
Here, we’re talking about a man or woman who adopts the behavior of a dog or puppy. And like any pet, it has needs, but it can also get into mischief. This is where the roots of the fetishist’s pleasure lie. With the relationship between domination and submission. However, the rules are more flexible than in BDSM.
A puppy can be attached to a handler or master, and be submissive to him or her. It will then obey his orders (or not, if it wants to be naughty) like a good doggie. But it can also be a “stray” puppy (wandering without a definite master), although the puppy will generally want to have a dominant and be submissive. Thanks to this, he’ll have strict protocols to follow and rules to respect. But this doesn’t stop the role-playing game being great fun.
To “become” a puppy, submissives leave the door open to their “kinky” side. To do this, they use various accessories such as overalls, collars, a mask, a leash… everything you’d find on an ordinary dog. The puppy can still choose the color and material of all his equipment. And there are some nice colors, I can tell you.
What are participants looking for? Letting go, a certain freedom that comes with wearing a mask and following orders without having to make the decisions. And then there’s the fun factor. Some will be 100% into conviviality, role-playing and ball games, while others will be 100% into sexuality, submissive play and domination. A large proportion of puppies will fall somewhere between these two worlds.
Can I have another fetish in addition to Puppy Play?
Yes, you can. And having several of them can be fun and give something quite original. I leave it to you to imagine what you want! In any case, Puppy Play is often associated with other fetishes or practices (rubber, leather, bondage, mummification…). It’s up to you to realize your fantasies with someone who shares them, and give free rein to your imagination and pleasure.
Alongside Puppy-Play, in recent years it’s not uncommon to come across real or mythological animal creatures displaying traits of submission or domination as in Puppy-Play. We can see wolves, horses, sharks, unicorns..
Like traditional dogs, there is a pack and a hierarchy
Puppy Play may seem fun, but the fact remains that this fetishistic practice tends to reveal and accentuate certain puppy personality traits. And for the vast majority, they like to be submissive. However, they’ll be looking for a master with whom they’ll have mutual respect.
As with all exceptions, some puppies are dominant towards other puppies. This is known as Alpha, the dominant male. He acts as the head of the pack and is protective of weaker puppies. He’s also the one who enforces the hierarchy and won’t accept rebellion or disobedience from any of his fellow puppies. This is why there is only one Alpha in each pack.
Other Greek letters, such as Beta, Omega, etc., are often used to establish a hierarchy within the pack. In this way, each dog can have a dominating role over younger dogs, and a submissive role towards older/stronger dogs.
Safety first
As with any BDSM session, you’ll need to think about a safe word, especially if the puppy’s mouth is restricted. If the puppy can’t speak, you can always think of a gesture or a number of yelps or moans. In short, it’s up to you to find out what works for each puppy before you start. Set personal limits and don’t forget aftercare.
Vocabulary to adopt in the world of Puppy Play
- Puppy-Play [n.m] : Practice including puppies and handlers, with its own customs and codes.
- Puppy [n .m]: Submissive puppy (in general)
- Alpha [n .m]: Puppy with the most dominant character who controls his fellow puppies.
- Handler (or master) [n.m.] : Master (or trainer) of one or more puppies.
- Pack[n.f.] : Family made up of a handler and at least 2 puppies.
- Stray Puppy [n .m.]: Free-roaming puppy with no defined master.
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