Which behavior is a sign of stress?

Which behavior is a sign of stress?

• A. Pacing
• B. Sleeping soundly
• C. Eating treats
• D. Tail wagging calmly

Answer: (A)

Pacing signals stress because a stressed dog often shows restlessness and an inability to settle. When anxious or uncomfortable, moving around becomes a way to cope with heightened arousal and uncertainty. This contrasts with sleeping soundly, which indicates relaxation and rest, and with eating treats, which is a neutral or positive behavior rather than a stress cue. A tail wagging calmly usually reflects friendliness or calmness, not distress. So among these options, pacing best demonstrates a stress response.

Pacing signals stress because a stressed dog often shows restlessness and an inability to settle. When anxious or uncomfortable, moving around becomes a way to cope with heightened arousal and uncertainty. This contrasts with sleeping soundly, which indicates relaxation and rest, and with eating treats, which is a neutral or positive behavior rather than a stress cue. A tail wagging calmly usually reflects friendliness or calmness, not distress. So among these options, pacing best demonstrates a stress response.