Pets & Furries
This type of submissive often loves puppies, kittens, and bunnies so much so that they may want to act like a small furry animal for their Dominant (temporarily at least). Submissive acts may involve behaving like a pet by crawling on all fours or making animal sounds. Dominants may give their submissives pet-related gifts such as a leash, food dish and squeaky toys. There are even unique, tail-shaped anal plugs that submissives may wish to wear. It's important to note that neither pets and furries, nor their Doms are acting on a desire to have sex with animals. They simply have a desire to explore different power dynamics and play scenarios.
Littles & Babygirls
This is one of the most misunderstood classifications of submissive. The first thing to remember is that this type of D/s relationship does not condone pedophilia. Littles and babygirls are two separate classes of submissive, although they have some characteristics in common. Littles often (but not always) identify with young children - anywhere on the spectrum from toddlers to tweens to teenagers. A babygirl is often childlike without identifying with a specific age and may indulge in giggles, sassy behavior, and even whining.
Read: What a Daddy Dom/Little Girl Relationship Is Really Like
Slave
Another misunderstood category of submission is the slave. When slaves enter a relationship, typically referred to as a Master/slave relationship, they often give up all rights within their relationship. The Master controls most the details of the slave's life, such as when to use the bathroom, when to speak, how much money to spend, when to sleep and what to wear. All details are communicated, negotiated, and agreed upon before the relationship begins.
Service Submissive
A service submissive is decidedly non-sexual. Service submissives often perform domestic duties such as cleaning and cooking, but may also handle other jobs and tasks as agreed upon by both partners. This submissive is most often part of a larger polyamorous D/s relationship or household.
Read: 6 Orders for a Submissive That Have Nothing to Do With Sex
There are no hard and fast rules for being a submissive. The things that matter most in a BDSM relationship are good communication, safety, trust and negotiation. Whether you like the idea of giving up control during sex or in other parts of your life, your experience with submission is whatever you make of it. The best way to discover your likes and dislikes, and what you need versus what you want, is to communicate with your partner, learn as much as you can, and explore your sexuality.
