Nebraska Pets and Handlers (NEB-PAH) is committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for all members of the human pet play community. The following Code of Conduct applies to all members, attendees, volunteers, and leadership at NEB-PAH events, both online and in person.
🐾 Respect and Consent
- All participation must be informed and consensual. Consent may be withdrawn at any time.
- Do not touch anyone or their gear (including pets in headspace) without permission.
- Respect personal, emotional, and physical boundaries at all times.
- Use negotiated safewords or signals, and honor them immediately.
🐾 Inclusivity and Conduct
- Treat all individuals with dignity, kindness, and respect regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, kink identity, race, age (18+ only), body type, ability, or experience level.
- Discriminatory or harassing behavior (including racism, sexism, ableism, homophobia, transphobia, etc.) will not be tolerated.
- Bullying, gossiping, and divisive behavior in or outside of NEB-PAH spaces may result in disciplinary action.
🐾 Behavior at Events
- Follow venue rules and staff instructions.
- Clean up after yourself and your pets. Leave spaces better than you found them.
- No alcohol or substance use at dry events. At bar-hosted events, drink responsibly.
- Any aggressive, dangerous, or non-consensual behavior may result in immediate removal.
🐾 Digital and Community Conduct
- Treat online spaces (Discord, Telegram, social media) with the same respect as in-person events.
- Do not share screenshots, conversations, or identities from chats without express permission.
- Follow server or group-specific rules set by moderators and admins.
🐾 Reporting and Accountability
- Concerns or violations should be reported to the Board or designated Safety Officers.
- Reports will be handled confidentially and with care.
- Violations of this code may result in warnings, suspensions, or permanent removal from NEB-PAH and all affiliated events/chats.
🐾 Final Notes
This Code of Conduct exists to protect our space and ensure it remains vibrant, respectful, and safe. By participating in NEB-PAH, you agree to uphold these expectations and help foster a community we can all be proud of.