Do not be afraid of them, they are excellent beings for me they are the best pets in the world, they are so affectionate when they want it and they are so grateful especially those that you have rescued from the danger of the street, I have adopted adult cats and they have been more affectionate and grateful than those that I have at home since babies, but for me they are all dear, I hope that later you lose the fear and you dare to adopt a minimum, your life will change for many years.