Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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5 Ways To Give Your Dog A Job
If you own a dog you’ve probably heard the phrase, “dogs need a job” a hundred times, especially if you have a dog who is more than just a couch potato. Dogs original purpose was to help people. Whether it was helping bring in the livestock, guarding the family home, or helping catch the next…
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No Pull Devices: Why Looks Can Be Deceiving
The number one request I get as a dog trainer is people who want their dogs to stop pulling on the leash. There’s no data I could find but I’d guess this is one of the biggest chunks of sales in the pet industry after food. Just search no pull device for dogs and check…
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The 5 Best Books Related to Dog Training
Hello and welcome to the Redemption Dog Training LLC blog! Despite the title, these are my favorite books relating to dog training at the moment and and I’m happy to take any recommendations. I highly recommend reading these books to anyone who’s interested training or dog behavior and development. How to Tame a Fox (and…
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Socializing Your New Puppy: It’s More Than You Think
Raising a puppy is a big deal. Especially if that puppy is in the critical socialization period between 3 days and 16 weeks. The specific time line for this period is debated, but everyone seems to agree that the more expansive the socialization, the more likely the dog will be able to handle a variety…
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E-Collars: The Good, The Bad, and The Shocking
Hello and welcome! Today I’m here to talk about e-collars. I’ll be going over what’s great about e-collars, downfalls and things to watch out for, and myths and misinformation regarding e-collars. The Good E-collar which, according to Google, is short for electronic collar is known by many names. Remote collar, remote trainer, hearing-aid, and shock…
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Getting a Pit Bull Permit in Denver, CO
Hello! My name is Skyler and I own Redemption Dog Training. If you just want to know how to get a permit as of February 2022, skip to the details section. When my husband got a job in Denver in 2018, we made a decision to pick a house in a suburb that didn’t have…
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Science Based Dog Training: The Reality
We’ve all seen it. So many trainers using “science based dog training” as a reason to use one program over another, IYKYK. What they don’t tell you? All dog training is science based dog training. So… what’s the difference? Should you go with “purely positive” trainer or a “balanced” trainer? What do these titles even…
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My Dogs Keep Fighting: How to Safely Live with Dogs Who Don’t Get Along
*If your dogs just got in a fight please do the appropriate medical checks and make sure everyone is safe before reading this. Ok, let’s get right into it. This is not a post on how to fix dogs who fight within the household. You will need professional help for that. This post is to…
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Preparing for the Worst: Why Your Dog’s Microchip Matters
In the wake of the Boulder County fires, I like many other pet owners in the Denver area, are reevaluating the level of preparedness should something happen. Donate here to help support the pets impacted by this tragedy. I’ve come to realize I’ve been a bit aloof when it comes to my dog’s microchips and…
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TV Training: How Dog Training Shows Are Misleading Owners
If you have a dog, chances are you’ve seen a dog training show. You’ve probably seen multiple, because watching the harrowing stories of Demon Dog to Angel Pup, or that one where they go on international adventures using their training to advance, is amazing! I will be the first one to admit I watch A…
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