Anyone know anything about cynophobia?

Question

i have it horribly. it takes over my life. do you know a way to help me? or have you had it? i am also terrified of kittens, but not nearly as much as dogs. thanks. serious answers only.

Answer 1

Don't know a lot personally but a great reference seems to be available at:

http://www.ehow.com/how_2057975_cope-cyn...

Has 5 different ways to cope with it:

1)  Discover the cause

2)  Use cognitive behavioral therapy

3)  Use hypnosis

4)  Use Neuro-linguistic programming

5)  Try desensitization

A little more information is available at the website.

This website has more information as above and goes into more detail as well:  http://www.2knowmyself.com/fear/Fear_of_...

Hope they help.

Answer 2

What is it that you fear about them? Is it their helplessness? Or do you fear they will harm you? Do you fear you will harm them accidentally? Do you worry they are unclean?  Were you ever attacked by an animal?   These are the types of questions I would ask myself if I were in your position. I would try to figure out the source of my fear. An easy answer until you get this resolved would be to avoid animals that frighten you. In the meantime, with the help of a trained therapist, you can figure out why you are afraid and perhaps re-condition yourself so that you will lose your fear eventually. I wish you success and hope you will soon be feeling better.  

Answer 3

http://www.ehow.com/how_2057975_cope-cyn...

I don't have that phobia (I have cats and dogs) so I can't give you any personal advice, sorry.