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Concept of Furry
The concept of furry originated at a science fiction convention in 1980. The specific term furry fandom was being used in fanzines as early as 1983. Many people hate furries since even when they were first introduced to pop culture and science fiction. Also the people in the fandom are extremely irritable to be around. From some of them being too provocative to some being down right problematic. Although some can be very sweet the majority of the fandom are entitled. -
First Furry Convention
Although furries arranged in small meetings for around the first decade; there was an actual furry convention called "ConFurence" in January of 1989. Only about 65 furries attended this event but it was the first real convention dedicated to the fandom. -
Furry Convention of 2006
After gaining more popularity there was a notable furry convention in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia themed "Making history." Almost 2,500 attended this convention. This is one of the many reasons furries get a bad representation. During this convention many people broke bones and one had to be taken by ambulance due to drug use. This was when the news and media started to really crack down on the furry fandom. -
Now
While the concept of furries are rising due to social media and progressive ideals, many think furries need to be banned from conventions. While others believe that people should be allowed to do what they want to do as long as no one gets hurt. I believe in expressing yourself, if you would like to dress up like a wolf or a dragon go ahead, I actually think it is so cool how they make the customs. I think as long as everyone is safe then you are free to do you. -
Onward
I believe furries will still have a prominent fan base throughout the globe going forward. Through the growing fan base and more people not finding it too weird more people will feel more confident to express themselves.