Our trainer is great, he expects discipline, but in no way advocates cruelty and "bully boy" tactics, and always makes a point of saying this to any newcomers to the gun dog training group.
Our 14 month WCS absolutely adores her training sessions, and we are hoping to work her fully this coming year. My OH wasn't really into it at first, but watching Isla do "her stuff" has been addictive to him and he will even get up after a night shift to take her.
Isla has excellent recall now and her training to the whistle has made it as easy as it could be when we are out and about and she spots a pheasant.
Highly recommended with the right trainer!!!