The context of the following conversation is Although he was terrified of cats, Lee overcame his fear and petted the cat.:
Lee says I actually petted a cat today..
The friend responds You did? Aren't you afraid of cats?.
Lee responds I am. But this girl I went on a date with had one and  I didn't want her to think I'm weird or so..
The friend responds Lee, I don't think she would have thought it was strange that you were afraid of cats..
Lee responds Men aren't supposed to be scared of much so I know cats would have been a deal-breaker..
The friend responds I don't think so.