Kitten play is a roleplay dynamic in which one partner takes on the persona of a playful, mischievous, or affectionate kitten, often with a partner acting as their owner, handler, or caretaker.
People are drawn to kitten play for the blend of lighthearted play and caretaking structure, and it often includes props like ears, collars, and tails, along with behaviors such as purring, pouncing, and napping in a lap. It overlaps with pet play but tends to feel softer and more playful than some other animal roleplay variants.
Worth knowing: Since kitten play involves power exchange and sometimes physical props or restraints, partners should agree on safewords, limits, and aftercare before and after scenes.
Also called: petplay, puppy play, fox play, bunny play, cat play, kitten space, animal roleplay, primal play
