House Pet
A Pet whose role is expressed as an ongoing part of a household or House.
Definition
A House Pet is a Pet whose role is not confined to episodic scenes but expressed as an ongoing part of a household or House. The role may involve daily rituals, shared living space and formal recognition within the household's structure.
Historical background
The House Pet grew out of the intersection between Petplay and traditions of Household and House structure within the wider Lifestyle.
Discussion
As with all long-term arrangements, House Pet dynamics are highly individual and shaped by the values of the House.