How to Train Your Beast or Any Other Human Pet with Sunny Leigh Mayne and Ox!

Expect lots of fun and spicy demos during this entertaining class.

When: Saturday, May 30, 2026 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Pacific Time

Where: Online, Zoom

Fetlife RSVP: https://fetlife.com/events/2026/05/30/how-to-train-your-beast-or-any-other-human-pet-with-sunny-leigh-mayne-and-ox-jhocgx

Ticket Link: https://forbiddentickets.com/events/black-thorn/2026-05-30-how-to-train-your-beast-or-any-other-human-pet

Building a dynamic begins with understanding and communication. In this class, we’ll explore the foundations of motivation within D/s dynamics, using the framework of human pet training to better understand how people learn, respond, and thrive. Topics will include incentives, enrichment, discipline, and other behavioral strategies designed to encourage growth, connection, and engagement.

Together, we’ll look at how to identify what truly motivates a person—whether that’s praise, structure, play, or challenge—and how to thoughtfully apply these tools in a way that is consensual, effective, and deeply rewarding for everyone involved.

While we’ll draw inspiration from pet play dynamics, the skills and concepts discussed are broadly applicable to many forms of power exchange. Whether you’re new to D/s or looking to deepen an existing dynamic, this class offers practical insight into building intentional, responsive, and fulfilling connections.

For those in need of financial support, reach out to Jez (kinkaware@gmail.com) to submit a request for a scholarship ticket.

About Sunny and Ox

Sunny Leigh Mayne: (she/her) is a kink educator and active member of the BDSM community. Her interests include erotic hypnosis, dollification, sensual BDSM, age play, and primal play. She is also writer of romance and erotica specializing in dark romance and fetish/BDSM stories. Currently her writing focus is her Turn the Key series, a collection of erotic novels. Identifying as pansexual, Sunny enjoys creating content and writing stories that are inclusive of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. Recently she has been venturing into the world of kink education podcasting, including hosting her own podcast, Naughty Talk with Sunny Leigh Mayne. Her new website live, with information about all of her content and current events! https://sunnyleighmayne.com

Oximus He/Him is a primal switch, pleasure Dom, and the collared pet of Sunny Leigh Mayne. Ox has presented classes at both KinkyCon and Dark Odyssey alongside his Master. An adventurous spirit, Ox enjoys staying active in his free time with mountain biking, snowboarding, and rugby.