chihuahuaphobia

Chihuahuaphobia is the fear of chihuahuas, which can cause intense anxiety or panic when encountering these small breed dogs.

Fear of chihuahuas

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Encountering a chihuahua in person Seeing images or videos of chihuahuas Hearing the sound of a chihuahua

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Positive self-talk

risk factors

  • • Negative past experiences with chihuahuas or similar dogs
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

The fear of animals, including small dogs like chihuahuas, has been documented throughout history.

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