Humane Dog Training Ethical Frameworks
Many important animal care professional organizations, including those who educate veterinarians and dog trainers, also advocate for humane animal training methods.
A select few of their statements on the ethical treatment of animals are below.

IAABC Statement on LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive)
Statement by the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants on the LIMA ethical standard
AVSAB Position Statements and Handouts
Position statements by the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior
AAHA Canine and Feline Behavior Management Guidelines
American Animal Hospital Association guidelines for managing canine and feline behavior
Fallout from the Use of Aversives
Two reference lists from eileenanddogs for the side effects of the use of aversives in punishment, negative reinforcement, and without behavioral change.