Understanding The Fear Of Cats
Causes of Gatophobia People are usually afraid of cats for two reasons: they’re afraid of the physical harm they may cause, or they associate them with evil. Physical Harm Although it can be tough to remember when cuddling a tiny kitten, cats are, by nature, predators. Domesticated house cats retain many of the same basic instincts as lions, tigers, panthers and other large cats. Those who have been bitten or scratched by a cat in the past may be at higher risk of developing a phobia of cats....