Positive Training
  Link   Loose Leash by Hand Target/Rewarding
Nice article on how to use a hand target and high rate of reinforcement to teach loose leash walking. Also describes fading and need to increase reinforcement rate in new contexts.
  Link   Clicker Training
Karen Pryor's site - resource for clicker trainers.
  Link   The Real Dog Whisperer
Before Millan, there was the Dog Whisper, Paul Owen. Millan can't name his book Dog Whisperer because someone else got there first and did it right!
  Link   Dog Whisperer On Millan
On Millan: "The methods demonstrated by Mr. Millan include the use of choke collars, jerking, hitting, pinning to the ground, etc. He has stated that any method is okay to use as long as it works. He uses physical punishment and “flooding” in order t
  Link   CPDT Test Site
Site that has information on becoming a Certified Pet Dog Trainer
  Link   HSUS Tip Sheets
Several topical tip sheets for positive pet care issues.
  Link   HSUS definition of positive training
 

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