Training is everything. You may want to start with Richard Wolters books/videos. He one of many references. The key is to start with the basics, stay withone program, be consistant and don't skip steps. You kinda put me off by your lab slamming title. As far as hunting training, labs are one of the easiest breeds to train (if you follow whatI said above). I'm sure after you have trained a good lab you will be heading your next messge- "LAB'S BEST DOGS EVER- HOW COULD I HAVE BEEN SO WRONG ABOUT THEM."

Kidding. Enjoy the training. Go slow and be patient.

-Mathewsconquest2