Pet vs Submissive

I’ve been thinking lately about the differences (in my opinion, of course) between a pet and a submissive. And I’ve been seeing definite differences. As purely his submissive, I believe I would be doing much more serving and cleaning, following orders and not being allowed to make sarcastic remarks and bratty backtalk.

Today Master is sick. He has a sinus infection/cold thing. So I pushed him back to bed and (politely of course) ordered lots of water and rest. Asked if he’d been to the doctor and called into work, which he’d done both. I think if I were merely his submissive, I wouldn’t be allowed to do such things. Aren’t the Doms supposed to be the ones in control and giving orders? The submissives generally follow directions and make suggestions, right?

As pet, I get to lay in his lap, and my pocket, and follow him around. We talk like a “normal” relationship’s couple would. We banter and tickle and tease. I don’t get in trouble for being a bit bratty or sarcastic or silly unless it is out of place or inappropriate or a step over the line. He is not in constant control of me, though I know he has a firm grip on my shiny leash (that I actually have possession of now *grins*). I should rephrase that. He has constant control, but it’s not conscious control, and I hope that makes sense. He doesn’t have to constantly establish and reaffirm his control and possession. I don’t need for him to do that anymore, just like I don’t need him to tell me exactly what to do with my day and what I need to accomplish anymore.

So that makes me wonder if I’ve gone more into the pet role instead of his always submissive. I don’t deny that I am still his submissive and always will be, but I am less dependent on that role for my happiness. I am happy just being his in whichever way he needs at that moment in time.

So to go back to my first statement of opinion, I think there are definite differences in the roles of pet and submissive. A pet seems to be more of a companion, whereas a submissive is subservient to her Master.

But that’s just this kitten’s point of view.

Apparetengo a mi Lupo. <3