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! |
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totherelentless2023-05-18 05:04 am
sighs give me pet vic... jealousy/heatkink/theyre in love
He is so sorry about this.
No matter how much he apologises, it still feels wrong to him, especially given Vic's past. In the end, people say it doesn't matter, but it does to Harque, who has a certain naive innocence about the way things work. He's a gentle soul. He probably needs to be guarded. Especially, especially from all of the suitors that come into the halls of the manor trying to get his attention. Harque has no interest in them, mostly because he's nursing a crush on Vic instead, which is... well. He's not supposed to do that. But then again, he's not supposed to do a lot of things.
So here he is. In love. Campaigning for pet rights. Having no idea that Vic's probably seething with jealousy over all the people who take Harque's hand and try to court him.
Also, goes without saying, Harque was raised religiously. He has no idea what "heat" is, he doesn't know anything, he's always wearing like thirty layers of clothing. Today, they're in Harque's room while he reads, and he just has... no idea about anything. He's studying. He's being good. Please be gentle when you break his spine Vic ty—]
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factually, it's not uncommon to bed one's pet person. even some high society people will make a show of the things they get to prepare for a night. anything more is seen as silly, if not a bit unhinged- of course you can love your pet, but to be in love? why, they aren't even human!
factually, vic's only bright spot in his life is his new master and his little brother. and now someone's threatening to take it away.
vic doesn't growl- that would be unseemly and while he's harque's, it's the ebalon master and matron who oversee his behavior. but there's no hiding the way he glares, ears flat, every time someone new comes for him.
and then his heat approached.
it's unbearable.
another has left, and vic obediently follows harque back to his bedroom, hands behind his back - he is to be seen and not heard, save for his master's quarters. he does not look at the servants and they do not look at him (the novelty of a panther has long since worn off for most of them anyways. and the moment the door clicks shut and they're closer to harque's sitting area, vic silently approaches from behind, wrapping his arms around harque's waist while he buries his nose in his shoulder, purring lowly.
hey. hi. )
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Victor, my dear? ...ah, have I been ignoring you today? I'm sorry.
[Vic is not a pet but a friend, even if no one else sees it that way; still, Harque can't ignore his friend, can he? He reaches back with one hand to pet Vic blindly behind the ears, softly bonking their heads together.]
Here. Is this better? I can stop studying for a while if you'd like.
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( vic affectionately squeezes, nuzzling into harque a bit more. harque's fingers in his hair always feels so nice... )
No, no. I just... want to be with you.
( which is an understatement with how he presses against the other from behind. he's not... entirely hard. yet. but he's worked up and it is tangible, honestly- especially when he nuzzles furhter into harque's neck with a low purr. )
That's okay, right?
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...like yeah Vic is slightly worked up but Harque is too innocent and naive to think more of it other than "yep he's just got something in his pocket or whatever".]
That's alright. Though, if you want to go elsewhere, you'll have to let go so that I can get out of the chair.
[does he, tho.]
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( he purrs softly, brushing his lips against harque's hair. soft...
soft. so soft and kind.
harque won't mind a kiss, right? or how vic presses more against him, purring lowly? )
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He's not really sure how it works. But Vic's getting arms thrown around his neck anyway.]
Oh, [he says, soft and afflicted, because to him this is all sweet and kind and not leading onto something completely salacious.] Victor... I had no idea.
[yes he's taking this as a love confession.]
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D'you even know how it feels, watching them parade you around for a spouse?
( while he's right there? it's torturous. and horribly unfair. )