How long does this quiz take?

Most people complete this quiz in about 2-3 minutes.

Are my responses private?

Yes, all answers are anonymized and confidential.

Can I take this test more than once?

Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your results may have changed.

Will this quiz diagnose a phobia?

No, this quiz is not a diagnostic tool, but it can help you understand patterns of fear that may be worth exploring further.

Can my results help me manage animal-related anxiety?

Yes. Identifying specific triggers can be a useful first step toward coping strategies or professional support.

Discover how strongly animals trigger fear or discomfort—and how those reactions may shape your behavior and choices.

Fear of Animals Scale

A quick self-check for animal-related fear and avoidance.

By Scott Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: December 18, 2025

Reviewed by Mark Travers, Ph.D.

Some people feel uneasy around animals, while others experience intense fear or panic—even at the thought of an encounter. The Fear of Animals Test explores common emotional and physical reactions to animals such as insects, reptiles, and rodents, helping you understand where your discomfort may lie.

This quiz is inspired by established psychological research on phobic responses. Your results can help clarify whether your reactions are mild aversions or part of a broader anxiety pattern that influences avoidance, stress levels, or decision-making.

If animal-related fear overlaps with heightened emotional reactivity or anxiety sensitivity, you may also find insights from the Anxiety Sensitivity Test or the Highly Sensitive Person Questionnaire helpful.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?: Most people complete this quiz in about 2-3 minutes.
Are my responses private?: Yes, all Fear of Animals Scale answers are anonymized and confidential.
Can I take this test more than once?: Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your Fear of Animals Scale results may have changed.
Will this quiz diagnose a phobia?: No, this quiz is not a diagnostic tool, but it can help you understand patterns of fear that may be worth exploring further.
Can my results help me manage animal-related anxiety?: Yes. Identifying specific triggers can be a useful first step toward coping strategies or professional support.

Fear of Animals Test: Take The Test

Step 1: Rate Your Fear Of Animals

For each statement, indicate how much you agree on a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree). For best results, answer honestly and trust your first instinct.

1. Slimy textures trigger a strong negative reaction in me.

2. The idea of touching a cockroach is very upsetting.

3. Holding a lizard would make me nervous or distressed.

4. Being asked to touch a snake would seriously bother me.

5. Seeing rats or mice makes me feel tense or uneasy.

6. Worms or similar creatures strongly disgust me.

7. I would feel very uncomfortable touching a spider.

8. Handling snails or slugs would make me anxious.

9. I go out of my way to avoid places where I might unexpectedly encounter certain animals.

Step 2: Enter Your Demographics

Provide your age, gender, region, and first name for a detailed report comparing your results to others.

What is your age?

What is your gender?

What region of the world do you live in?

What is your first name?

Step 3: Submit Your Fear of Animals Scale Answers

After completing all questions, click below to send your responses to Scott Travers, Ph.D. All answers are anonymized and confidential.

References

Cutshall, C., & Watson, D. (2004). The Phobic Stimuli Response Scales: A new self-report measure of fear. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 42, 1193–1201.

Disclaimer

This scale is designed for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment.