Home Beginners Beware! Everybody Wants You To Think Working At Home Is Easy...All You Have To Do Is "Spend Your Money" And You'll Be Super Rich!!

There have always been 4 basic ways in which a Home Based Beginner could make money online from their Business website and if you want to Work From Home it is vital you make the right choice.

Which one you decided to choose will make the difference between Home Based Business Success and Home Business misery. If you are already skilled your path to success may be a little easier but Home Based Beginners have no chance of success by just Jumping in the deep end.

Most Internet Beginners start out with a rough idea of what Home Business Venture they want to get involved in, but the truth is, very few people actually know what they are doing.

And That Is Why Over 95% Of Home Based Business Beginners Fail Before They Even Start. And Of Those People Who Last Their First YearLess Than 3% Will Ever Make Any real money!

Which one of the 4 ways you choose will depend on your knowledge, your experience and your Business background. But be absolutely sure that you cannot make it alone and you cannot find Success without the right knowledge.

How successful you become is dependant on many things, but one thing is for sure

Choose The Wrong One For You, And You Will Spend Everyday Wishing You Were Back In Work Earning A wage!!

1. You could sell your own products from a Home Business website.

2. You could sell Other Peoples Products on your website.

3. You could sell Banner Advertisements to other website companies.

4. You could show banner ads from one of the many advertising networks on your Home Business website.

Each One Of The Above Require A Lot Of Time And Dedication. Some Methods Require A Great Deal Of Knowledge And Luck. I Dont Believe In Luck And Neither Should You!! Especially When Youre Financial Future Hangs In The Balance.

Selling your Own Products is by far the hardest and most time consuming way to make money online. If you have dreams of selling Physical products you will have to work 7 days a week.

The rewards are potentially massive if you know youre Niche and if you have a strong grip on the competition but remember, selling your own products from a Home Business is a 24 hour job if youre looking for genuine financial results.

Selling Other Peoples Products is a relatively easy procedure to follow as long as youve spent a good amount of time researching the company and the products youre aiming to promote or Presell then the Financial rewards can be staging!

There are some very Essential Rules you must learn to master before you begin to understand the skills involved in Preselling other website products but it is not difficult to learn and is one of the most stress free and rewarding ways to make money online.

You Take NO FINANCIAL Risks What-So-Ever When You Presell Other Peoples Products And You Could Be Making Money In Less Than 24 Hours!!

The risks are far less than if you were selling your own products and the rewards can be just as good. Working from home should not be a 24 hour day and should definitely not be stressful!

There are some pitfalls when you sell other peoples products or services from your own website and getting paid can be a real burden if you dont spend enough time Researching the Affiliate Program you are thinking of promoting.

Selling banner advertisements and using your website to promote banner advertisements is the hardest way to earn money as a Work At Home Entrepreneur. If you are an Internet Beginner the task will seem almost impossible. It is a never ending task of chasing and Researching.

Unless youre skilled, I would advise you to stay well away. If youre just starting out on the road to internet success I would recommend you keep things simple. Advertising can be a cut throat business.

But Its Not All Gloom And Doom For The BeginnerOr the UnskilledOr Those People Who Have No Idea What They Want To Do There Is A New Way To Make Money And All You Have To Do Is Learn To Write!!

The Internet has been moving at a speed which is faster than a speeding rocket and thankfully for all us work at home business people, the internet is fast becoming the Only Place To Be!

With The Introduction Of Goggle Adwords and Goggle Adsence the Work At Home Revolution Is At The Very Beginning Of A Very Profitable Golden Journey To Success.

All you have to do is jump on board, read the rule book and hold on for the ride of your life. I kid you not!! There has never been a better time to find genuine success from a Home Based Business than there is RIGHT NOW.

There has never been an easier, safer way for you to make money from the comfort of your own computer chair. You wont need to spend your savings and you wont have to wait to get paid.

All You Have To Do Is Provide The Search Engines With The Content They Need To Keep The Web Surfers Happy And Let Goggle Do The Rest!!

You wont have to package any products, youll spend zero time answering emails and if you want to work out the back in the sunshine with your laptop, thats cool too!

And thats the beauty of Working From Home. All you have to do is write about your passion or your hobby or even your skills. The more you research and write the more potential you have for earning more money.

The more money you earn, the more youll want to write and the better your home business website will stand out. The more your online business stands out, the better youre Search Engine ranking.

The more you impress the Search Engine Spiders the more money youll earn. Its a great circle and none of it is vicious! The only risk you take is giving up some time to concentrate on living the DREAM in real time instead of when youre sleeping!

Start Your Journey To Home Based Millionaire Today! Do Not Put It Off And Do Not Think Its Just A Dream. It Is As Real As Monday Morning For Millions Of Unhappy Working People!!

If you need more time to convince yourself at the EASE at which you can achieve Home Based Business Success then I suggest you go to http://Honest-HomeBusiness.com

John Adams has been a Successful Home Based Business Entrepreneur since 1987 with more Business Ventures than you can shake a stick at!

September's UK Horse Racing With Tips From Malcolm Heyhoe

Punters are in for a busy time of it in September as the Flat racing season moves swiftly into its autumn phase starting with the William Hill Sprint Cup, a Group1 contest over six furlongs at Haydock on Saturday September 2.

Class has traditionally been the defining factor in this well-contested sprint course and its therefore no surprise to see horses that have run well in the Group1 July Cup featuring again over the sharp six furlongs at the Lancashire course.

Weather permitting, the imperious Iffaaj should take all the beating if he turns out at the Lancashire course after an unlucky second to Les Arcs in the July Cup. Arguably the best sprinter in Europe right now, the Godolphin-trained colt wont want the ground too soft if hes to turn out at the Lancashire course.

In his absence the Jeremy Noseda-trained Soldiers Tale would hold strong claims. He is less ground dependent than Iffraaj and after a lengthy absence his connections are hopeful that she can return to the fray in winning form at Haydock Park. Nunthorpe hero Reverence is another to consider if he can harness his sublime talents to the longer trip.

If its September then racings rolling caravan must be in Yorkshire for the St Leger, the worlds oldest classic which normally takes place at Doncaster. This time around the latter venue is being thankfully re-built at enormous cost and as a consequence the Leger meeting has been shoe-horned into two days at York - September 8 and 9 - instead of the usual four days.

This is no bad thing given the dodgy state of the ground on the Knavesmire and it will be relief when racing returns at Doncaster for 2008. Staged over a mile and six furlongs, the St Leger calls for stamina, courage and class in a prospective winner. A select field of eight or nine are likely to go to post and the hot favourite, Sixties Icon holds strong claims.

Hes looked a class apart from most of his rivals when waltzing away with the Gordon Stakes at Goodwood last time, a race which is an acknowledged trial for the St Leger. Of the rest, the Mick Channon-trained Youmzain showed fine speed to land the Great Voltigeur Stakes at the Ebor meeting but that piece of form doesnt looks as strong as the Goodwood success of Sixties Icon.

The Tote Portland Handicap on September 8 is the big handicap race of the truncated Leger fixture and could go the way of the Stuart Williams-trained Hogmaneigh, an easy winner at Sandown last time who could well take in this race en route to a crack at the Ayr Gold Cup later in the month. Anna Pavlova is also a name to look out for in the Park Hill Stakes, a Group race for fillies on the same day.

Over at Leopardstown on September 9 the Baileys Irish Champion Stakes takes place at Leopardstown, and is one of the better clashes of the generations run over a mile and half all season. This time around all eyes will be upon Dylan Thomas as he bids to put a dreadful effort in the Juddmonte International at York behind him over a course that he has won over previously.

The following week racing heads north of the border or the three fine days of the Ayr Western Meeting and the Ayr Gold Cup, the richest spring handicap in Europe is the feature on Saturday September 16.

This years race, which has been landed in four out of the past five seasons by trainer Dandy Nicholls, features not one runner from the Nicholls yard after an administrative error meant that no horse from the stable was entered for the great spring contest. The air must surely have turned the deepest blue above the Nicholls yard on the day this blunder was discovered.

Still northern trainers, who tend to do better in this race than their southern counterparts, will be gunning to secure the valuable prize once again with Stewards Cup hero, Borderlescott sure to be among the leading fancies while Kevin Ryans Mutamared holds good claims and Ian Semples Scottish raider, Appalachian Trail is another for the short-list. Remember too that is a poor race for three-year-olds who often struggle in the large fields against their more experienced and older rivals.

Over at Newbury on the same day as the Ayr Gold Cup theres the always informative and influential Cambridgeshire trial in the shape of the 100,000 John Smiths Handicap which is required viewing for any prospective Cambridgeshire backers. Last years winner of the latter race, Blue Monday, was just touched off at Newbury and this years race may again supply the winner of the first leg of the autumn double.

On a cracking days racing Leopardstown also stages the Irish St Leger, the only classic run outside of Britain this month and this should provide the fast-improving stayer Yeats with a golden opportunity to add to his Ascot and Goodwood Cup successes. Its had to see any horse being god enough to lower this ones colours.

On September 23 its the chance for the top milers to strut their stuff in the Group1 Queen Elizabeth 11 Stakes at the newly re-vamped Ascot. George Washingtons eclipse at the hands of the workmanlike Caradak in a muddling Celebration Mile at Goodwood represented the low point of three-year-old fortunes against the older horses and it will

Be interesting to see whether the 2,000 Guineas hero can come good again in the Ascot showpiece.

This years classic generation has been wretched in competition with their elders and the Godolphin team will be hopeful of landing a fourth Queen Elizabeth Stakes in the past decade with their fast-improving Deauville winner, Librettist. A multiple winner this season, he should again go well now that hes shown he can cut it at the top level.

Newmarket is the final port of call in September for three days of the Cambridgeshire meeting on the Rowley Mile. Those keen to glean further Classic clues for 2007 will be hoping that Jeremy Nosedas star filly Sander Camillo turns up for the Cheveley Park Stakes for two-year-old fillies on September 28 while a day later the Prix Morny winner Dutch Art might will most likely be in action with the juvenile colts for the Middle Park Stakes. Whatever the final nature of the fields for races, the outcome of both contests could well have a significant bearing upon next seasons spring Classics.

A cracking months racing comes to an exiting close with the totesport Cambridgeshire on September 30 and there can be no better handicap run all season than this one mile and a furlong contest. Recent York winner Smart Enough looks a likely sort as does his fellow three-year-old Sir Gerard while of the older generation Fairmile makes plenty of appeal after a luckless defeat at Haydock in August.

Malcolm Heyhoe writes weekly horse racing articles for http://www.gg.com

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Save Fuel, Save Money

The prices of gasonline or petrol increase daily, wherever you live in the world. The price of a barrel of oil has quadrupled since the beginning of the millennium. It went from about $20 a barrel to almost $80 in these days.

The Reason to Save Fuel

The resources of fossil energy deplete. Oil has served as the backbone of the modern society. Gas and coal also have plaid an important role, but oil has prevailed. The book The Final Energy Crisis forecasts a dramatic development during the next years. They expect that the peak of the oil production will be achieved around the end of this decade and that the production will fall, although the demand will increase further. This means higher energy prices. Another source says that the oil reserves will be exhausted in about 43 years and the reserves of natural gas in about 64 years.

No Easy Going Alternatives at Hand

There is a lot of research going on worldwide in the field of solar power and hydrogen power. They will have to substitute oil, gas, coal and uranium in an intermediate term. Photovoltaic, wind power and power from biomass progress quickly. The process of transformation lasts decades. New solutions need time to step fully into the foot prints of oil.

The Urgent Task to Save Fuel

There is an urgent task to save fuel in order to prolong the use of the remaining fossil energies. Saving fuel is inevitable because the cost for fuel will increase further. There might be days of lower prices, but the general tendency is clear: up, up and up again.

Solutions are demanded in order to make the consumption of fuel affordable. Modern and already proven standards of housing construction show that 60% to 80% of the fuel can be saved.

Solutions for Money Saving Consumption Needed

Saving fuel in the field of traffic and transportation still sticks in the beginning. If the wheels have to turn further, fuel saving becomes highest priority. There are cars coming up with low fuel consumption or even bio-ethanol. Millions of used vehicles still are useful and they are driven for many more years. It makes sense, if there is a solution for used and new cars, trucks, motor-bikes etc. To save fuel also means to save money. Fuel Freedom International propagates such a convenient looking solution. This could be one solution among others, e.g. eco-efficient driving. Everything that helps saving fuel should be tested.

Lil Waldner is a business economist. She is experienced in project management and marketing. She has worked as an editor for several newspapers and she has written booklets and essays on economic and public issues. Recommended link: http://www.nowsavefuel.myffi.biz

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The Value Betting On Tennis

The truth is that all sports are not equal when it comes to betting.Some of them like soccer for example may have greater appeal to the punters worldwide but that doesnt make them the best markets for wagering.

One of the most interesting and profitable markets i have ever found is without a doubt tennis. One of its main advantages is that the very nature of the sport makes the bookies struggle to come up with the correct odds so many opportunities and value bets arise.There are many aspects that a punter must take into consideration such as surface,tournaments,fittness,mental toughness,ranking of a player but once he master these he will see value bets litterally everywhere.

First of all tennis season is ten months long with many tournaments to choose from.The more important the tournament, the more money it pays, and the more accomplished and high ranked players will enter.Its not uncommon of high ranked players using low level tournaments as a practice for the big one coming up and many times they lose to an inferior opponent who treats these tournaments as gold cause he has no chance on making it far in the big ones.

Of course surface still remains one of the most important factors in tennis. Each player has a favorite surface,a surface that he performs at his best.There are very few players that perform equally well at all surfaces.Many of them play and choose most tournaments in their schedule that have their favorite surface.You can see for example a player that is ranked 15 in the world but when he plays a guy who is ranked for example 50 but plays in his favorite surface and least favorite for the other,things are not good for the top ranked guy.

Surfaces combined with the weapons that each player has at his disposal are perhaps the ones that top the list when we want to decided the winner of a certain matchup: Take Clay for example.Its the slowest surface of them all.Its difficult to hit through your opponent so the big hitters are to an extent losing their edge here.You have to be very fast and a great mover to survive in this surface.Grass on the other hand is very fast and the ball bounces low so the players have less time to react.Good servers with volleying abilities are needed for this surface.

One of the things that are overlooked most of the times is the mental toughness of a player. To learn how a player reacts under pressure is a serious weapon in your way to making a profit out of tennis punting. Many players are known to crack under pressure,many others have a phycological advantage or vice verca against a certain opponent so you can easily make a profile of each players mental status.Whether he has a burning will to win or he is indefferent to a tennis match its easy for you to spot him after a while. You ll know that a certain player if gets just slightly down on the scoreboard most of the time is starting to spray wild balls around the court or another one in the same situation picks up his game and starts to play like god.

Fitness and injuries are of course very important for every sport.But since we are talking about an individual sport they take a much more important role.An injury can end a match in a flash.when someone has played some tournaments in a row or when someone is coming off a serious injury are definately some things that we have to consider before we even begin to think about betting on them.Its not uncommon that a qualifier beats the hot favorite in his first match after a long layoff or the hot favorite loses an easy match only because of getting extremely tired after a few tournaments in a row.Definately one to watch.

All these things and many more make the value betting in tennis one of the most smart ways to bet.The flactuation of the odds most of the time is amazing and there is a reason why tennis is the most traded sport in betfair.If you devote some time to familiarize yourself with the game and its variables you ll find that the tennis market is full of opportunities waiting to be grasped.

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Various Ways People Are Making Money on the Web

These methods vary and budget requirements can be little or nothing. There is no order here in effectiveness or profitability which will depend on your promotion. You will need to check with your city, county, state, and federal government bodies on licensing requirements for what you are interested in. It will vary widely for where you live and what you are doing.

Starting off with information products, such as E-books that can be downloaded into a customer's computer without printing expense. There is also E-Zines and newsletters that can be written and e-mailed to subscribers. You can give these items away for free and allow others to give them away which will give you multiplied advertising space to sell and direct links to your site(s). Article writing on various subjects is also gaining momentum, giving you links to your site(s).

Google Adsense program is a powerful program that works by giving you a piece of code to paste into your web page. Visitors click on small classified ads that come up through this code onto your web page. The small classified ads have information that is similar to the content that is on your page. When a visitor sees a classified ad that interests them they can click on it and they will go to that site. You then are paid for every click that a visitor clicks on. Google Adwords is the reverse of this where your classified ad(s) come up on other people's websites. The visitor sees your ad and they click to your site and you pay for each visitor's clicks.

Search engine pay per click works by purchasing keywords that people may use in a search. Keywords are bid like an auction with the highest bidder at the top of the search list, then the second highest bidder goes second, etc. Yahoo and Google are the main forces in the Market. Yahoo's program is called Yahoo Search Marketing and Google's is called Google Adwords which is part of the same program as mentioned above. A keyword can be a multi-word phrase such as auto restoration which is bid as one word or another example classic car restoration. You can bid on more than one keyword to bring people to your website. The keyword comes with a short description of what you have to offer like a classified ad which will show in the search results or other sites.

People are making full time incomes on Ebay. There are some great techniques and strategies for selling on Ebay. There are various ways to write the auction listings and to deliver the product. They also have stores available that can be purchased on a monthly basis saving money on listing fees. Items can be seen in your store from your regular auction listing, they will come up to be viewed by the visitor with a direct link to these products taking them to your store. Ebay is a skill that must be learned by reading and experience to take it to the top levels.

Blogs are also great and are very rewarding for people. A blog is short for weblog and is basically an online journal. It can be about personal items, points of view, opinions, thoughts, comments, and ideas. These can also be more of a newsletter style used for business. These blogs can come up on searches and inform people of products and services.

Writing software is an excellent or even some say one of the best ways to make money on the web. Many are giving away free cut down versions or a free trial and selling the full version direct from their sites. Overhead is very small and product delivery can have little or no costs. A small program or computer script that solves a common problem can spread all across the web in a short time.

Setting up internet forums are also successful by building interest and popularity in a website. People all across the web can have discussions about your site's specialty.

Website design is a highly paid profession. You can sell templates of a basic site across the web or give the basic template away to interest new customers. Offering the new customers a customized site if they want one for a fee.

Search engine optimizing (SEO) is a powerful profession, helping businesses get high rankings in the search engines by building the websites with links and content.

These are some great ways people are making it on the web. Hopefully this will give you some new ideas to check into.

If you are interested in an online mall visit: http://www.incredible-items.com/ClickB.htm

Glenn Heitkoetter is a part time writer.

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Beagle - The Facts Every Owner Of This Dog Breed Should Know

Made famous by the Peanuts character, Snoopy, Beagles were bred in England as trail hounds, used to hunt rabbits and hares. Beagles are scent hounds and have a tendency to ignore everything but the interesting scent when hunting. A very energetic breed of dog, Beagles are social, curious, intelligent and brave. They are also likely to get into trouble as their hound dog instinct can take over in an instant should a Beagle catch a whiff of an exciting or interesting scent.

Male Beagles will grow to an average height of 14 to 16 inches and average weight of 22 to 25 pounds; females, 13 to 15 inches and 20 to 23 pounds. On average, a Beagle will live 12 to 15 years. Most Beagles have a tri-color coat, consisting of red and white, orange and white or lemon and white. It is a short to medium length coat that requires no more than minimal care regular brushing and bathing only when necessary.

Beagles will shed, but not excessively. They have long, wide ears and brown or hazel eyes that often times look like pleading 'puppy dog' eyes. They have a distinct, and often times, familiar baying sound that they make when hunting prey. It is this distinctive howl and ability to pick up on strange scents that make them excellent guard dogs.

Beagles are good with families and children and love to play, but care should be taken with other family pets. If a Beagle is not properly socialized early, it may try to hunt and capture the other pets; however, they do not like being left alone and may bay excessively (annoying the neighbors). Beagles do well traveling and adapt quickly and easily to new experiences, thanks to their fearless nature, but also need strong and consistent training to ensure they do not run off. Beagles will do well in almost any living environment, provided they are given plenty of opportunity to run and exercise.

A leash is a must with a Beagle, or a well fenced in yard as well as consistent obedience training. Their hunting instinct will take over when a scent comes their way and will run off in search of the prey. Ears should be checked and cleaned regularly, as Beagles are prone to painful ear infections. Beagles are also prone to heart disease, epilepsy, eye and back problems, and chondroplasia - dwarfism that results in warped front legs.

There is a website that has great information on Beagles and most other breeds of dogs. It has details that pertain to a dog breeds health, grooming, living conditions, best food choices and more, the website is called: Dog And Cat Facts, and can be found at this url:

http://www.dogandcatfacts.com

By Robert W. Benjamin

Copyright © 2006

You may publish this article in your ezine, newsletter on your web site as long as it is reprinted in its entirety and without modification except for formatting needs or grammar corrections.

Robert W. Benjamin has been in the software business on the internet for over 5 years, and has been producing low-cost software for the past 25+ years. He first released products on the AMIGA and C64 computer systems in the late 1970's-80's.

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5 Essential Dog Accessories Shopping Tips

We accessorize many things. Cellphones, computers, homes, cars and PDAs are just some of the things that can be accessorized. Some people use accessories to emphasize the beauty of a thing; others use accessories to make things easier to use; still others use accessories to protect an item against harmful elements.

Accessories are not only limited to objects; in fact, there are accessories for living things, dogs for instance. There are a variety of dog accessories available -- ranging from accessories to enhance the appearance of a dog, accessories for pampering dogs and accessories that can both help dog and its owner.

If you're a dog lover, shopping for dog accessories is an important aspect of taking care of your pet. In fact, many dog lovers experience a great deal of satisfaction shopping for their beloved pets in the same way they do when shopping for their loved ones.

With a plethora of dog accessories in the market today, finding and choosing the best dog accessories for your pet can be a bit of a challenge. So here are some shopping tips to keep in mind when you're looking into buying dog accessories for your pooch.

Tip #1: When shopping for a dog collar...

Dog collars range from plain to fancy. However, more than the look of the dog collar, it's important that you choose one that properly fits your dog. The perfect dog collar for your dog is one wherein the space between your dog's neck and the collar is about two fingers wide. Never buy a dog collar based on how it looks. How a dog collar fits your dog should be your top priority.

Tip #2: When shopping for a dog leash...

Many types of dog leashes are available in the market. However, when shopping for a leash for your dog, choose the one that is appropriate to the size of your dog. If you have a big dog, get a dog leash that is wide and strong enough to hold him. In the same manner, don't get a big leash if you have a small dog. When choosing a dog leash, it's always best to go with one that costs a bit higher. Cheap dog leashes usually are of cheap quality.

Tip #3: When shopping for food and water bowls...

Choose food and water bowls that won't easily tip over. If you are considering buying a watering system that gives dogs a supply of drinking water for a longer period of time, choose a size that is appropriate for your dog. Water should always be fresh and clean so make sure that your dog can consume fairly quickly the water in the watering system you are about to purchase.

Tip #4: When shopping for dog toys...

Dogs are playful animals. When shopping for dog toys, consider those that your dog can gnash, chew or bite. Instead of chewing on slippers and shoes, these particular dog toys will encourage your dog to be more behaved. When choosing dog toys for your dog, consider those that are just the right size for him. Avoid dog toys that are too small; your dog may accidentally swallow small dog toys and choke. On the other hand, don't get a dog toy that is too large for your pet that he is unable to lift it.

Tip #5: When shopping for doghouses...

Your dog needs to have his own place outside of your home. A doghouse will protect your pet from the elements. Thus, when shopping for a doghouse, choose the one that is appropriate for your dog's size. The doghouse should be big enough to protect your dog from the harsh rays of the sun, rain and snow as well as be comfortable enough for your dog to live in if you ever leave your dog alone for long periods of time.

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Sudden Aggression in Older Dogs

There are many forms of dog aggression. The distinguished police dog trainer Ed Frawley of Leerburg Kennels names 16 forms in his training guides, accounting for everything from the dogs gender, to their possessiveness, territoriality, dominance, or fear. The residential dog owner doesnt necessarily need to be so academic, but they should always be able to recognize aggression and deal with it appropriately. Aggression is always one step away from a dog bite, which is itself one step away from a vet bill and a lawsuit.

The common signs of aggression are growling, snarling, barking, curled lips, lunging and an overall menacing posture, where the dog is tensed and ready to snap. (Note: there is also something known as a submissive smile exhibited by some dogs, whereby the animal actually shows its teeth as it approaches. Ive seen this behavior confuse many owners, but it can be dismissed as such by the dogs lowering its head as it smiles, and often wag its tail too). There are other indications, such as jumping or mounting, or even standing in your way that are much less of a problem and often go ignored when not accompanied by the other more severe signs.

One of the most often misunderstood forms of aggression is that which arises in older dogs all of a sudden, especially when those dogs have been docile, even submissive, for most of their lives. This can be upsetting, as it seems like your dog is turning all Jekyll and Hyde on you.

First of all, dont worry or think that you need to be afraid of your friend. You should be able to narrow down the cause when you think about the situation you were in when the aggression manifested itself. If the dog reacted badly to a younger dog or even a puppy, chances are your dog is acting out of new sense of a challenge to their pack status. Even if you never had problems of this kind before, a young and over-energetic dog can pose a challenge to an older dog that can no longer keep up, even if the only thing on the young dogs agenda is play.

Older dogs in particular may enjoy puppies, but because of their increased age and decreased endurance, they will only tolerate them for a time. After a self-determined grace period, they will let the puppy know theyve had enough in a firm and forceful way. In most cases, this message is sent with a snap that is all bark and no bite.

In addition, one of the most common hidden causes of aggression in older dogs is the onset of arthritis, which makes them not only less able to engage with other dogs, but also potentially vulnerable and defensive as a result. Stiffness in the morning, a reluctance to jump up into cars or their favorite chair, and general lethargy are all early signs of joint pain. Arthritis in dogs is unfortunately very common, a result of genetic factors, diet, or even over-exercise. If arthritis is causing a dog pain, then they can lash out not only at other dogs, but also at you.

See your vet if arthritis is a possibility, as there are plenty of steps you can take to address the problem, from dietary supplements to massage and acupuncture, and a revamped exercise regimen. Anti-inflammatory drugs are effective but best left as a last option (they cost a good bit and they can be rough on the dogs stomach).

Other medical reasons can cause aggression in older dogs, such as thyroid gland problems and possible brain tumors. These are rare cases, but they do happen. Dogs live and learn by routine and tend to act in character. Therefore, in general any sudden and sustained behavioral change to your dog should be investigated.

Martin Olliver is a proud member of the Kingdom of Pets team (http://www.kingdomofpets.com). For more great articles on dog aggression, visit: http://www.kingdomofpets.com/dogobediencetraining/articles/dog_aggression.php

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