Dog Health Questions: Positive dog training, anyone?

I've been researching the Shiba Inu for a couple of months now and found a breeder within 200 miles that is very respectable. Most the sites say the same thing, independent, smart, good watch dog, and loyal. I have to train the dog with positive dog training methods because they don't take to slapping on the nose. I would research this too, but all the sites want money for a program and others make no sense. Now I was wondering if anyone knows of good positive dog training methods?

Please help and thank you.

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Hi,

Here are a lot of trainings for your dog that will give you a step-by-step tips without money. These are indeed positive because training is the best investment you can make in your relationship with your dog. Check them out:

http://dogtime.com/training.html

Online Dog Training - Train Your Dog Using Your Computer - Seriously!

• The best thing you can do is take the puppy to puppy kindergarten followed by basic obedience classes. Nothing is free, but the cost of the classes (usually about $100 for 8 weeks) is well worth it. This is especially true with stubborn, independent dogs like Shiba Inus. These classes will teach you how to train your dog. And if you are unfamiliar with positive training, this is the best option.
  
  On the cheap you can go to the library and check out some books on positive dog training and dog behavior. It is good to start before you bring the dog home.
  
  Books on dog behavior:
  Don't Shoot the Dog- Pryor
  The Other End of the Leash- McConnell
  Culture Clash- Donaldson
  
  Books on Positive Dog Training:
  The Power of Positive Dog Training- Miller
  The Complete Idiot's Guide to Positive Dog Training- Dennison
  Getting Started: Clicker Training for Dogs- Pryor