It is usually easier and more practical to live like a more or less 100 percent dog for the weekend, during a day each week or for several hours a day. What will prolonged dog play do the slave’s physique?

That is something to take into account, especially if you the two of you are planning for serious training and longer role play. Being on all fours for longer periods of time will have an effect on the knees (kneecaps and tissue), wrists and hands. Expect skin-hardening, tired joints and painful knees, especially in the beginning.

The advice is to be careful with the number of times, the puppy actually has to crawl about on a hard or a rough surface. Do not let her do that all too often. Better let her kneel on a special cushion and – if there are places she has to stay for a longer time – allow for soft carpet or a mattress. Also, let her lay down frequently, instead of keeping her or her (hands and) knees too long.

A posture on all fours also is very straining on the back and spine and she will need to do exercises to strengthen the muscles in her lower back and shoulders.

Protect her knees by letting her wear thigh highs or “bed boots” (soft leather leg covers that resemble boots) and protect her hands by letting her wear gloves when having her on all fours for longer periods of time.

Are there any minimum requirements, as far as the puppy role is concerned?

While everything is entirely up to the partners involved, it does make sense to at least impose some standard rules to make things real.

Some of these can be things like wearing a dog collar at all times, don’t use any furniture but stay on the ground, no talking and waiting for the owner to “walk the dog” (i.e. take her to the toilet). Fetching things such as shoes and newspapers, balls or sticks, sitting up, licking boots and learning to “sniff out a trail” can be fun things to incorporate in the game as well, as well as having to beg for cookies (and do a trick first).

Where does my dog sleep?

If the sub is petite a very large dog basket or a large size dog cage (see the confinement section) will be an option. If the dog is not supposed to be on or in the bed (no dog usually is) a dedicated mattress or blanket will do nicely as well. Do be aware however that sleeping naked is not something most humans can do (depending on the local temperature) so it is a good idea to allow for a (simple or rugged) cover. Humans lose about two liters (half a gallon) of sweat while they sleep, so that is another reason why a mattress and a cover are a good idea.

The other thing to take into account is the human spine. Prolonged sleeping on a very hard surface (such as the floor) with insufficient support may lead to serious spine injuries. Again a dedicated mattress will take care of this.

How do we intensify the situation and make it more realistic?

The most successful way to enter into puppy training is to first of all pick a specific dog race. Each race has different specialties, characteristics and behavior patterns. This helps the dog to identify with her role. Let her read books about that specific race, search the internet for information, maybe join a discussion group about dogs in general or that particular race, collect news items and pictures and study them at pet shows. Next, you can try and match the specific color of the race through her clothing and hair color. Let her run frequently – physical training is a must anyway.

Can I give my puppy a flea-collar?

The answer is no. A flea collar contains chemicals that – in a larger dose – are harmful to humans. Constantly exposing the puppy to these, by making her wear a flea collar, is a health-risk. If you are planning anything in that area, make a fake one.

Is eating dog food a health risk?

Some is and some is not. Canned or fresh dog meat for example is not a good idea. Dry dog food or “dinner” dog food is an option. However, both usually contain a high dose of salt and dry food especially swells in the stomach. It won’t do any real harm, but the advise to keep it down on quantities. Allow for a lot of water to protect the kidneys from an overdose of salt.

Real dogs are – although meat eaters – actually also omnivores (meaning they’ll eat anything). A real dog menu consists of grain, rice and veggies next to the meat. In general you can have her on a human nutrition scheme, but presented in a different way (i.e. from a bowl)

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