I never tell my friends lol. However, I think they would actually be alright with me playing as a furry, I'm already entitled to the nickname of "Shurtle the Turtle" around my neighbourhood and school, because I write it on my book and everything, no one ever refers me as my real name unless I'm misbehaving.
Which I never do, because I'm a good momma's little helper!
Huehue. Interesting thread indeed. <3