Yes, many people believe that dogs are man’s best friend, but not everybody agrees with this. Some are afraid of dogs and the fright can be so big that a mere sight of a dog can cause a panic attack.
Cynophobia is a real thing. It can be caused by different factors, the biggest one usually being a negative experience with dogs. Cultural influences like religion can sometimes play a role as well. Sometimes, though, it’s simply about the chemical imbalance that makes a person prone to anxiety disorders, according to Kasey Brown, a therapist at the Georgia Center for OCD and Anxiety.
Brown argues that anxiety is curable, and so is the fear of dogs. The key is to work slowly, step-by-step until a person is able to live a normal life that’s not dictated by their fear.
