Most people think of furries as weird people, and you have probably heard a lot of rumors and bad things about them. In reality though, they are very sweet and incredibly misunderstood people that deserve a lot more than what society has given them.
The official definition of a furry is "people who make/dress in anthropomorphic animal costumes". Nothing gross, nothing weird. They just make animal costumes and wear them. They don't, "wear animal costumes to find a mate", or do it because, "they are attracted to animals". I myself have multiple friends that are furries, and they are probably some of the most supportive, creative, and amazing people I have ever met. I actually interviewed one of my friends, Finn, a few weeks ago. Here's how it went:
Me: Finn, can you describe what being a furry is like?
Finn: Being a furry just means that you made silly little costumes and wear them to conventions, or just make them for fun. They are very fun to make and there is absolutely nothing harmful or bad about it.
Me: What do you have to say about all the rumors furries face? Such as the popular rumor that being a furry is a sexuality, and is part of the LGBTQ+.
Finn: I think its all a load of garbage. People have made up so many lies about us over the years, when they really just dont understand us. Its a hobby, like hiking or painting; and its definitely not a sexuality.
Me: Do you think people should research more about the Furry Fandom before judging?
Finn: Yes; definitely. Most people completely ignore what this community is really about. It takes talent, skill, and perseverance to be in this community. I get bullied in school for being a furry. Once, a kid took my notebook and started ripping pages out of it while barking at me.
Me: Oh, im sorry to hear that. What do you think about the allegations that further think the are animals?
Finn: Thats not even remotely true. Furries know they are human, they just wear the costume. It doesn't effect their life, and they deserve a lot better than what society gives them.
I hope you have learned something from this, and that this post encourages you to do more research on this beautiful community and to not judge others when you don't know anything about them. If you have a question, please feel free to ask! I will answer as quickly as I can. (Please keep questions cam and polite! :)
