Chicagoland Dog-Friendly Events in February 2026

Chicagoland Dog-Friendly Events February 2026, winter fun and Valentine’s puppy love are in the air. February may be the shortest month, but it’s packed with dog-friendly adventures around Chicagoland. […]
What Would You Do Next? Dog Training Quiz

A Dog Training QUiz To Test Your Knowledge Test Your Knowledge and improve your relationship with your dog. What Would You Do Next? Dog Training Quiz | Training That Lasts […]
Don’t Let Your Dog Hibernate In Winter

Don’t Let Your Dog Hibernate This Winter Training Tips • Winter Exercise • Mental Enrichment When the temperature drops, a lot of dogs quietly slide into “couch ornament” status, […]
Chicagoland Dog-Friendly Events in December

Chicagoland Dog-Friendly Events in December | Training That Lasts Chicagoland Dog-Friendly Events December 2025 — Festive Fun for You and Your Furry Friend! 🎄🐾 The holiday season is here, and […]
Family Involvement and Creating Consistency

Creating Consistency Across All Household Members The success of your training program depends heavily on every person in your household using identical techniques. When family members inadvertently work against each […]
The Importance of Consistency in Dog Training: An Expanded Deep Dive

An Expanded Deep Dive Into Why Consistency Is So Important Consistency is the foundation of every successful training program. When you apply the same cues, rewards, and routines every day, […]
The Complete Guide to Potty Training Your Puppy Everything You Need to Know

How to Potty Train Your Puppy: The Complete Schedule and Strategy Guide | Training That Lasts How to Potty Train Your Puppy: The Complete Guide Puppy Training • House Training […]
Homemade High-Value Dog Treats | The Not So Secret Recipe

Homemade High-Value Dog Treats | The Not So Secret Recipe At Training That Lasts, we’re all about building strong relationships and effective communication with our dogs. And when it comes […]
8 to 16 Week Old Puppy Socialization | The Window That Shapes Your Dog

8 to 16 Weeks: Why This Window Shapes the Dog Your Puppy Becomes You brought your puppy home. The crate is in place. The treats are stocked. You’ve survived the […]
How The First 8 Weeks Shape Your Puppy | The Breeder’s Role

Why the First 8 Weeks Shape Your Puppy: The Breeder’s Role Most people don’t meet their puppy until 8 weeks of age. By then, they’re wide-eyed, full of curiosity (and […]