Even ownership restrictions like mandatory spay - neuter legislation and breed - specific bans come from a desire to protect society from perceived threats coupled with a lack of knowledge about contributing factors. (petbusiness.com)
Having a plan reduces perceived threat by increasing one's sense of control. (psychotherapynetworker.org)
The brain is «immune privileged,» meaning the immune system doesn't respond as rapidly or effectively to perceived threats in the brain. (sciencedaily.com)