What to do with a 'fraidy cat Each cat has a unique personality,
but some traits may be cause for concern. While many felines are
independent or timid, it's not uncommon for these animals to
develop phobias that can interfere with their daily lives. If
you are the owner of a "'fraidy cat," then you can take measures
to help your pet calm down and overcome his fears. According to
VCA Animal Hospitals, cats can develop fears for a number of
reasons. Some may have had limited exposure to other animals or
humans when they were young, and others might have suffered
negative experiences living as strays or in shelters. Often, it
only takes one bad experience to cause trauma in a feline,
something that's known as "one trial learning." For instance, if
a cat is mistreated by a child who is too young to know any
better, he may demonstrate fear of children for years afterward.
Other phobias develop after repeated negative experiences.
Genetics, malnutrition or maternal neglect can also lead to
fears in cats. Identifyin