Why is my cat skittish around men?
This behavior can be very common with a cat that you have adopted. Since cats are unable to communicate in a human language we are only able to deduce what may have happened between them and their previous owners by how they react around different types of people. If you notice that your cat runs for cover when a man is near more than likely they experienced some sort of abuse from a man in their previous life. Let your cat enjoy their solitude then you can try to comfort them. The only way to break this behavior is to establish positive associations. Try having a guy softly call your cat over, have them offer your cat treats, or have them try brushing your cat.