The best advice that I can give for people training labs and GSPs, is that you really have to train YOURSELF. These are incredibly smart, loving and affectionate animals that NEED your attention and input. They want to be part of the "pack," and wont do well without attention and guidance. Like I said before, if you want a dog that is going to be part of everything you do, and literally be on top of you, labs are the best bet.