Originally Posted by JS
It could be six of one and half a dozen of another. I think your dog being a lab does love the water but, although he lets the children abuse him and that is what it is I am sure he does not relish this. Children should be taught to treat any animal with respect. That means they should be taught what to do and what not to do with the animal and its fur etc.
Believe me this dog in not abused! He is loved every inch of the way. I'm sorry you misunderstood my description of how good he is with the kids.