cynophobia

British

/ ˌsaɪnəˈfəʊbɪə /

noun

an irrational fear of dogs

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But for those who may be allergic to dogs or live with cynophobia - the extreme fear of dogs or canines - they say the rise of dog-friendly spaces is a growing concern.

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One woman with cynophobia, Abi Wilson, 20, said she felt "trapped" and now only goes out on "special occasions" due to the lack of dog-free zones.

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Abi, from Evesham, Worcestershire, has had cynophobia her whole life and has "never felt more trapped and hopeless" than she does right now.

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Abi said she started therapy for her cynophobia at eight years old, which included cognitive behavioural therapy and hypnotherapy for five years, but "they decided they couldn't help me" she said.

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