What is the go-to resource that you use to train your house pet?
We just adopted a puppy and would love to hear this crowd's suggestions on websites/books/magazines/blogs or media regarding training and making your house pets life more wonderful.
Koehler trained dogs for the military during WWI and went on to train dogs in a number of Disney movies. His techniques are intended to produce consistent off the leash obedience. There is no question as to whether or not the techniques work. However, trainers following the “pure positive” and “death before discomfort” philosophies view Koehler’s techniques as old-fashioned and cruel. Personally, I find it cruel, sometimes even dangerous, to allow a dog to determine when it will and will not be obedient.
Koehler’s approach may not be for you, but you should at least educate yourself about it as an alternative.