The furry fandom is getting more attention all the time. With that attention, comes media attention. Anthrocon's PR Director, K.P. will host a direct and frank discussion about the impacts of traditional, digital, and social media on furry conventions and the furry fandom.
This panel will be live streamed on twitch! Have you always wanted to learn more about the deaf community? Well, you're in luck, I'm here to teach you about the deaf community and more!
Got con dreams or fursuit goals? Trying to figure out finances without coughing up a hairball? This panel has you covered, snout to tail! First up, a certain helpful dragon will share tips on how to build a budget, save for your next con, and shop smart without burning your scales. Then, a charming bear and his loyal shep partner will dive into the nitty-gritty of couple finances, like dealing with debt, deciding between joint or separate accounts, and having those sometimes-awkward money talks. Whether you are flying solo or navigating finances with your fur-ever person, this panel is full of fun, fluff, and helpful advice. All critters welcome!
You are already aware of the history of the furry fandom, but when, how and why did furries get to be SO QUEER? In this talk, Arrkay from the award winning video series "Culturally F'd" takes a second look into the queer origins of the furry fandom. Our journey takes us through homophobia fueled flame wars, a convention described as a "pride parade on acid", all the way to litterboxes in classrooms. Together we'll peer into the past of queer and trans furry artists, marches, frolics and raves, and even some pre-fandom stuff just for fun.
So your kid dragged you here as a Parent In Tow to this "Anthrocon" thing and you're not quite sure what's going on or what we're about. Come share your questions with other chaperones and get to know other people in the same situation as you! Handouts will be provided.
The Furry Rebbe will show you how to balance being in the Fandom without compromising our religious beliefs. Open to ALL. The ideas put forward here apply to all religions and lifestyles!
Rabbi Elli, "The Furry Rebbe" has been a Chassidic Rabbi for close to 50 years. He is also known as "The Actors Rabbi" an accomplished actor/singer/voice over artist and Cantor.
Rabbi Elli is a Certified Life Coach who has counseled thousands from all walks of life.
This session is meant for furry educators of all experience levels who want to enhance their teaching skills and improve the effectiveness of their classes. We’ll look at educational approaches that have been successful within the furry community, as well as research-supported practices that have good furry potential. The desired outcome of this course is that participants will begin to formulate and/or refine their teaching philosophy and pedagogy so that their future furry teaching efforts are improved. No previous teaching experience is required to attend.
Ever heard a voice in a video game or cartoon and said “…yeah, I wanna do that!”? Join an informative panel hosted by an audio engineer who’s been on both sides of the mic to find out more! There’s so much more to learn than just making silly voices. Learn about how to give a performance and the tech involved. Who knows, maybe you'll learn a thing or two about it, so let’s have some fun with it!
Ever picked up a seashell on the beach and wondered what it was, how it got there? Come learn all about the weird world of mollusks, some of the coolest types of critters on the planet! Bring your own shells from home to be identified, so you know what treasures you've found!
These days, it seems like everything costs money, even though all you want to do is be an animal on the internet. You clearly need a job and - rodents aside - the rat race doesn't come naturally to your average creature. That's where this panel comes in! Glyren is a bear who's worked in leadership for over ten years and has been directly responsible for interviewing, hiring and ultimately managing dozens of employees globally - and he wants to help YOU get a job!
Come get hints on: * resumes * cover letters * interview trick questions * follow-up communications * salary negotiations …and much more!
Let's get you hired so you can afford the fursuit of your dreams!
Bring a digital copy of your resume/CV for a chance to have it critiqued and edited live! Time permitting, we may also do some mock interviews, so bring your best self, too.
What does it mean to take your hobby in the furry fandom to a full time job? From accounting and taxes, to how to take work and handle clients, and how to avoid burnout, there are a lot considerations when moving from traditional employment to freelancing in the furry fandom. Nico is a CPA who’s helped many furries start and run their businesses. Pulsar has been a full time furry artist for ten years and will be sharing many of his tips for success.
Culturally F'd! The Ursa Major Award winning video series celebrates 10 years of making videos by, about and for furries, exploring the many different forms of media that furries take part in and celebrate. Screening clips from our entire 10 year history including "Fursuit History" "The Bone Zone" "Puplift: A Dogs Guide to Space" and more! Q&A with show creator Arrkay and writer/producer Tempe O'kun!
Have you ever been to a panel or event that just didn't work out how it should have? There are ways to improve the effectiveness and quality of your event. Please come and join KP, Anthrocon's Director of PR, for tips that can help your panel or presentation - whether fandom or professional - be better. This panel is for both first time panelists and seasoned presenters.
A discussion, with images, of avian anatomy, hosted by a veterinarian who specializes in avian medicine. Whether you're new to birds or already know them well, you should come away with something new. There will also be time to answer questions from the audience.
Come explore the crazy world of whacked-out vintage food! Witness Scary veggie-filled Jello molds, bizarre party concoctions, and questionable uses for frankfurters. Walk through the land of disastrous dishes, the perils of "Variety Meats" and Pimentos, Pimentos, Pimentos! This year, we have pictures....
Plushies, pool toys, piñatas, statues, flatten beings, living fursuits, have all been growing in popularity within the furry fandom in the last few years, bringing more interest to inanimate transformation. What is the psychological draw to such transformation and can we trace the history of such shapeshifting in myth and folklore to the Golden Age of Science Fiction and Silver Age of Comics to the cartoons of the 80s and kid commercials of the 90s to the modern day.
You ever just stop and wonder why you became a furry? Your childhood cartoons may be the reason! In this panel, Codes will analyze the history of animation and cartoons while explaining how it manages to somehow tie into the development of many furries and how it continues to shape the lives of many in the fandom!
Tales of dog-headed people (cynocephali) are widespread in European literature and culture, but they and their significance have varied wildly across time and space. Join Tofte to learn about some of the Classical and Medieval traditions associated with cynocephali and how they came to embody fascination, justice, piety, and terror.
Hiya! My name is Tofte, a.k.a. Christopher Polt — I'm an alpaca and a professor of Classical Studies who has taught at UNC–Chapel Hill, Carleton College, USF–Tampa, and currently Boston College. I specialize in Latin poetry, Roman entertainment and spectacle, anthropomorphic... Read More →
Saturday July 5, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT DLCC 407
"Hello, I'm Wren the ferret! I'm a Naturalist from Indiana, and I'd love to introduce you all to the wonderful world of mustelids! During the presentation, we will discuss interesting facts and information about this mischievous group of little fuzzy mammals. While also covering the basic knowledge of what it means to be a mustelid and how they affect our local ecosystems."
There is a new generation of artists in the furry community – wildly experimental, in conversation with both the fandom and the art world, and critically engaged with the queer possibilities of lives lived in-between the real and the virtual. We’ve invited these artists back to our room, for a group experience that is wholly our own. “Room Party” is an exhibition of work by over 50 contemporary furry artists, running June 6th – July 18th July at Bunker Projects in Pittsburgh. Join the curators (Lane Linecum, Brett Hanover, Paul Peng, and Cass Dickenson) and artists (panel participants TBD) for a look behind the scenes at the development of this exciting show! What does it take to put on a large-scale group art show? What happens when furries invade the fine art world? What’s next for furry art, and why does it matter now? Why is there a pile of plushies in the white cube? All your artsy-fartsy questions will be answered!
Auryn is a filmmaker whose work explores neurodiversity, queer virtual communities, and transformation. Their films have been exhibited at venues including the SXSW Film Festival, Anthology Film Archives, Cinémathèque Française, and many cons and DIY spaces. Their hybrid documentaty... Read More →
Have you ever felt like being around others is awkward because you have to 'play a role' that isn't you? Have you ever felt like some part(s) of you that are longing to be expressed, but can't safely be shown to others? Have you felt 'wrong' or 'broken' in your body, identity, or sense of self? This is a panel about finding authenticity. It will discuss ways to do this, through several lenses common in the fandom, such as gender, neurodivergence, and disability. It is hoped that this panel will spark a discussion about finding acceptance from both others and oneself, and inspire us to be better at both seeking support and providing it for others. Through this, it is hoped that we can do better as a fandom, both for all the diverse people within it and for ourselves.
In this panel, we'll be challenging normative relationship paradigms and exploring healthier ways to approach various types of connection with others, centered around freedom, authenticity, and respect. Though I'll be speaking from a primarily non-monogamous perspective, the content will be relevant to all relationship dynamics, including non-romantic ones. Topics may include communication, handling feelings and needs, expectations, and personal autonomy. Audience questions and input encouraged!
Fang, Feather, and Fin, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to documenting furry history through interviews, blog posts on specific subjects, and an ever-growing archive of furry culture. This panel will include a presentation on current furry history research and a conversation on the challenges and rewards of doing furry history!
Hiya! My name is Tofte, a.k.a. Christopher Polt — I'm an alpaca and a professor of Classical Studies who has taught at UNC–Chapel Hill, Carleton College, USF–Tampa, and currently Boston College. I specialize in Latin poetry, Roman entertainment and spectacle, anthropomorphic... Read More →
Saturday July 5, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT DLCC 407
From the Epic of Gilgamesh to Turning Red, human to animal transformation has been a part of our culture, tradition, and stories. From early shamans and myths to folklore and fables to our modern comics and movies, there are countless stories involving transformation. Join us as we look through the common tropes and elements, the different types of werewolves and werecreatures, and the modern TF community.
Learn more about the backyard birds you love! I'll cover the most commonly seen to the seasonal migrants that bless us with their presence once or twice a year.
Come learn about some of the most bizzare facts and phenomena that science has to offer about the ocean with a marine biologist. Come armed with your strangest questions for a Q&A after our presentation!
Invasive species got you down? Looking for a cheaper way to get rid of them back at home? Ever wondered if they’re delicious?! Well, wonder no more! This program will discuss what an invasive species is, along with how to identify them, and even cook several invasive species as a possible free source of food!"
