What is a Furry? We explain the hobby - all the info

Animals, whether realistically or fantastically depicted, have always been components of entertainment culture. This has given rise to the subculture of so-called furries. We explain what it is all about.

Human and animal: furry creatures are the focus of furries.

The Internet helps spread, organize and illustrate any subcultures. Also the Furry scene could win many new members on this way.

What is a Furry and what is it about?

Furry comes from "fur". What is meant by this is the reference to any animals. The interest of furries revolves mainly around anthropomorphic animals, that is, those that, in addition to their animal look, also possess human characteristics.

• This primarily concerns walking upright on two legs and two human-like hands. The best-known role model for this is Mickey Mouse.
• Furries thus see themselves as a subculture whose members live out their hobby in very different ways. This ranges from fundamental interest, for example, in disguise events to life attitudes in which the Furry existence has top priority.
• A central aspect - and good opportunity to get together - is cosplay.

Also in Germany, the Furry culture has now arrived. The leading countries are the USA and Japan. In the UK, there are also many fans and events. German Furries can inquire about planned meetings in this forum, among other places.