Originally Posted by
dxboon
Body slamming is very common for Labradors. It's why a lot of other breeds don't like to play with them. That trait, and the fact that most Labradors have no sense of personal space. Many other breeds don't like their play style and only act that familiar with dogs that they either live with or have known for some time. Labradors tend to be in your face, instant best friends with all. Many guardian and herding breeds in particular will react with annoyance (or worse) when faced with a rowdy young Labrador who wants to play and doesn't understand when their new "friend" responds with barking and growling. I always watch my dogs' interactions closely with new dogs. I would never encourage my dogs to body slam me. It would take some management to make sure your dog doesn't equate being allowed to body slam you with being allowed to body slam just anybody. It's an accident waiting to happen.