Overview of the Dog and Pony weekend

A weekend of human pets, including two parties, a day of classes, two dinners, and a park outing.

A gorgeous show pony, a well-trained police dog, a pile of romping kittens, a latex stallion pulling his mistress’s cart, a zebra grazing at FSF, a leather wolf, bunnies, lemurs, manatees, and meerkats – animal role play creates magic for the participants and observers.

Puppy play, pony play, and other animal role-play, is deeply rewarding in many ways. It allows you to be both submissive and powerful at the same time. You become primal, noble, and beautiful. Experienced players become pre-verbal and enjoy a different reality. It’s a profound way to leave human cares behind. For handlers, trainers, and owners, it’s a delight to work with such wonderful creatures.

This may be the largest and longest running animal role play conference in the world.

Schedule for the events over three days:

Dog N Pony Warm-Up Munch
Friday, May 29, 6-8:30pm
Basil Canteen
1489 Folsom St. @ 11th St, San Francisco
A stylish, afordable, and yummy restaurant and bar.
No cover charge - pay for what you order.

Dog N Pony Warm-Up Party
Friday, May 29, 8pm – 1 am
SF Citadel
1277 Mission St at Ninth St
$25 ($20 for munch attendees)

A day of Classes, Demos, and Discussion
Saturday, May 30, 12-6pm (doors 11:30)
SF Citadel
Brown bag munch & schmooze: 11:30-12:30
Programs, 12-6pm, or whenever the last dog is well hung
$20 (three classes for the price of one)

Dinner / Munch
Saturday, May 30, 6:30-8 pm
An informal banquet. Separate checks. Main dishes $8-13
Walking distance of classes and party.
Our group is so large, we take over 2-3 restaurants.

Kinky Party
Saturday, May 30, 8pm – 1 am
”Pets on Parade” at 9:30
SF Citadel
$25

Pets in the Park
Sunday, May 31, mid-day
Golden Gate Park (1-4pm)
A picnic, BBQ, and romp. Pony cart rides available.
Join our mailing list for exact location.
Free for participants.

Volunteer slots and work exchange available. See DogNPony.org/volunteers

The Friday party provides a relaxed introduction. This is a perfect time for newcomers to get some one-on-one coaching. It’s also a time for animals to romp and utilize the space.

The Saturday party provides stables, lounging, and grazing areas for ponies and large animals, plus cages, romp, and training areas for dogs and small animals. And plenty of laps and scritches for kitties and lap pets. There are also social areas and large bdsm play spaces with dozens of stations.

The start of Saturday’s programs is accessible for beginners, as well as admirers and the curious. Then it builds into a range of intermediate/advanced topics. We include presentations, discussions, demos, optional hands-on sessions, and video selections. Multiple presenters will cover dozens of topics.

Those new to pet play will have a chance to try it (if they like), under the guidance of experienced players. This includes both new handlers and new animals. Experienced players will have an opportunity to discuss their experiences, and demo their style. It’s also a good chance to find new partners.

Saturday’s material overlaps only 20-30% with past years. We try to have new material, as well as new presenters for the basic material. It should be a good time for both newcomers and aficionados.

The Saturday night party is very popular. We’ve had over 30 species attend. There’s a lot of interaction and a lot of romping.

About 9:30 on Saturday we’ll begin our “Pets on Parade” segment. This allows anyone to show off their identity, tack, or style. It can be a routine or just a walk through. Preparatory coaching is available both Friday and Saturday.

For the Saturday events, SF Citadel is at 1277 Mission St (at Ninth St).

The evening parties will include various animal play, furries, and open bdsm play on two floors.

Between the Saturday classes and evening party, we plan to have a group outing to a nearby restaurant for an informal banquet, 6:30-8.

On Sunday we meet up in GGP to enjoy the spring air. It’s a picnic and BBQ, with pony carts and lawn for romping. Just make sure to cover your pink bits.

For further information (including Sunday location), join both:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Dog-n-Pony
http://tribes.tribe.net/Dog-n-Pony

Additional resources:
http://DognPony.org
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Dog-N-Pony
Dog-n-Pony on fetlife
http://tribes.tribe.net/Dog-n-Pony
http://sfcitadel.org
http://the-stampede.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/EduKink

All events are 18 and over. All genders and orientations. RSVP not required. SFCitadel membership ($10/year) required for the Saturday night party - one member may bring in up to three guests. No photography or recording devices.

To be clear: 1) This is a participatory experience, rather than a staged theatrical performance. 2) Everyone involved is an amateur, though many are quite dedicated and skilled. 3) This is about humans role playing with other humans, there are no non-human animals involved.

Questions or RSVPs to edukink at yahoo dot com.