ok i am not sad or anything but maybe it sound so funny for people who read my ? but really guys since i was really young i wasnt able to touch the cats or play with like other kids now i am 20 still when ever i see i am so secared and i am feel so shy to talk about this with any one well my family they knows ....
i hate black cats to be honest any of them ufff it just i cant look them in to eyes or if there i cant move or pass from their side ?????? any help? why is that thank u ,,,
2006-08-27 14:54:38 · 16 answers · asked by Fit babe2007 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
It will really help you if you get some form of therapy if it is affecting your self esteem. It is nothing to be ashamed of; we all have angst of some sort. Some of us just hide it better than others!
Remember a few simple rules for dealing with cats.
They speak cat! I know that sounds simplistic but they don't think or react the same way as us.
Your first reaction is to blink and turn your face away from cat.
In cat speak that is saying " Hey I am your friend!" You need to bite the bullet and stare it down making your eyes wider as you do it.
You will find it very empowering! The cat may freeze for a few seconds, but if you move forward it will either submit ( look away from you) or turn tail and run.
Also don't wear black if you are going somewhere where they have cats.
They are born blind and they associate black with their mother's feeding them, so are attracted to black.
I hope that this helps a bit and do go and ask for help there are too many cats around for you to have an easy life otherwise.
Good Luck.
2006-08-27 18:24:06 · answer #1 · answered by Christine H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love all cats, but i know you can't help being afraid. All i can say is they are the most lovely creatures ever. I HAVE AN IDEA!!! Maybe you should get a cat as a pet? If you learn to love that one, which you will because you'll get to know it, you'll be able to love all other cats. Maybe you should just take a trip to a cattery, face your fear. or while your at the cattery, ask for an old shy timid cat. Maybe try a white one? Or you could go to a friends house where there is a cat and see if you could get to know that one. Try some of the suggested, do what ever you feel you can do.....
FACE YOUR FEARS!!!!!!!!!!!! Otherwise you'll regret it!!!!!!
2006-08-27 22:52:19 · answer #2 · answered by roooof 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont be shy, embarassed or ashamed of the feeling you have about cats. People are not fearless.
Dogs, cats, horses etc can connect to our unconsious thoughts+ sense anxiety in people. Cats were the 1st animals to become domesticated pets. As far back as 3000bc with the Ancient Egyptians, cats feature alongside 'witches'+ are behind mystical tales + folklore.
Dont worry 2much about it, but if u do,you should ask at your gp' .
2006-08-27 16:12:09 · answer #3 · answered by msj2uk 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are a lot of people who don't like an exact kind of animal, I think it's okay. You have to worry about it in that case if it makes your life different - for example, not leaving the flat if you see a cat outside.
I think it's in our guts, some people don't like spiders, some don't like reptiles, some don't like cats. Anyway, if it is really not a "serious" thing with you, (like the example above) you could try to befriend cats - visit friends who has, ask them to let you play with them, etc. Cats are really friendly, you don't have to worry about them. And there are a lot of types, so maybe you could find one that you'll like...
2006-08-28 03:28:41 · answer #4 · answered by Brooklyn :) 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's probably just a psychological thing. There are many ways to overcome this problem. one way is to start slow and just try to stand near a cat(don't try with a black one yet!). once you can stand near a cat, now try to walk towards them. And when you feel that you're ready, try to give them a pat. =)
2006-08-27 15:06:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
everyones afraid of something. its human nature. but black cats are just a differant color than white cats and stuff. as far as superstitions go, this is one of the worst. someone was just really dumb & unlucky themselves!!!! it had nothing to do with the cat. lol.
no really though find someone with a relaxed cat.
spend as much time as u need with it. youll be fine i swear!
plus i own a black kitten
2006-08-27 15:29:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i dont like cats either fit babe.i dont have a fear of them in the way that you do but maybe when you were really young u had a bad experience with them that has carried on throughout your life.many people have a phobia and maybe there is one for people who fear cats.
2006-08-27 15:06:27 · answer #7 · answered by torqueblaze 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was really afraid of dogs for most of my life. When I became a shelter volunteer I learned how to handle them and get over my fear.
I do like cats better than dogs and I am still leery of strange, unleashed dogs who approach me.
2006-08-27 15:21:17 · answer #8 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It might be good if you go to a SPCA shelter and look at some cats. Have some who likes cats come with you and help you. Just hold them and play with them (With someones help).
2006-08-27 15:17:31 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
well if you think about it cats don't hart you but if u do something to them then they will try to protect tem selfs from you i have ctas and i have lured that form a long time a go so just see if you will like cats
2006-08-27 15:04:10 · answer #10 · answered by Lanecia R 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋