zoophobia (noun)

1. Karen suffers from zoophobia and can't even be in the same room as a harmless pet cat without experiencing overwhelming horror.

2. Despite his zoophobia, Mark fell in love with a woman who owned a rescue farm with hundreds of animals, and he overcame his fear for the sake of their romantic relationship.

3. In Greek mythology, Artemis is often associated with zoophobia as she is known to have a fear of wild animals, particularly bears and lions.

4. Edgar Allan Poe's famous poem 'The Raven' showcases the theme of zoophobia as the protagonist's fear and paranoia intensify upon the arrival of the bird.