Champions in the field and the home

  • British Lab Duck Hunting

  • Yellow British Labrador Puppy

  • British Lab Crane Hunting

  • Black British Labrador Puppy

  • Fox Red British Labrador Goose Hunting

  • Black British Labrador

  • Yellow British Lab Training

  • Black British Labrador Duck Hunting

  • Yellow British Lab Stud

  • British Lab Puppy

  • Birch Pheasant Rerieve

  • British Lab Quail Hunting

  • Yellow British Lab Puppies

  • Black British Lab Dove Hunting

Simply put, attention to detail. It all starts with the time and effort we put into our British Labrador puppies. After all, every gundog starts as a little pup, a blank slate. We are committed to raising your next gundog without compromises. From health & wellness to socialization, enrichment and learning, we are dedicated to doing everything that we can to produce the highest quality British Labrador pup available. It all starts with top tier pedigree, health and temperament standards. This is merely the beginning of the process, and it is our goal to send you and your new British Labrador pup home with all the resources necessary to develop a champion in the field and the home.

WHAT SETS LIVINGSTON GUNDOGS APART?


What we do

  • The true UK standard for a Labrador retriever is found just where you would imagine, in the UK. The fact of the matter is that as long as the UK field trialing system remains unique to the UK, the core of the British Labrador breed will also. Throughout the years we have forged relationships that allow us to import health tested, top tier pedigreed dams and sires for our program. Very, very few of our pups have the opportunity to enter our breeding program. Rigorous health testing and a very high standard in temperament must be exemplified to be considered for breeding. We believe that this is necessary to stay true to these roots, and remain a “first generation” British Labrador breeding operation.

  • We breed roughly four litters of British Labrador puppies at both of our locations each year. It is our goal to meticulously plan pairings that will produce consistent temperaments and abilities in the field and home. Over the years we have chosen to import particular studs and also purchase frozen semen to pair with our chosen dams. Contact us or visit our puppies page for information on upcoming litters.

  • Our training mentality is centered around positive reinforcement, but, as any gundog trainer worth his salt will tell you, it can’t all be fairy tales and rainbows. Our goal is to build trust and confidence at a young age through proper socialization, teaching and structure. This sets the dog up for success as consequences, reprimands, and pressure are incorporated into their lives. Although we believe that e-collars can be great tools for training, we choose to train our labradors without their use. It is our goal to train the dog in front of us as the individual that they are. This means that we must take into consideration their breeding, life experiences, strengths, weaknesses and the pace at which they learn best. We focus heavily on obedience and manners, and believe that these two things are paramount for building a champion in the field and the home.

By far the best breeder around. I have never experienced an operation that provides you with a puppy that knows their purpose in life from the moment you pick them up. My pup definitely had a noticeable jump start compared to any dog I’ve ever owned or seen raised. Couldn’t ask for a better experience. You won’t regret choosing Livingston Gundogs.
— LG client, William Vaughn
  • British Labrador Studs

    "Really enjoyed getting to meet Michael and Kirsten! They have an amazing facility and some awesome dogs that are obviously well loved! I highly recommend joining the LG family!"

  • British Lab Puppies

    "We bought our lab puppy from Michael and we send her to him for training and I have to brag on him and his wife!! They are very caring people and he is an amazing trainer! I highly recommend sending your dog here for training."

  • British Lab

    "Unbelievable experience for my family. Top notch genetics, top notch service. Sammy, Andrea and their staff were super friendly, considerate, professional and they did an excellent job explaining things and answering questions. The minute we walked in, we knew we had made the right choice. Not only did we get a new pup, but we also gained ourselves some great new friends!"

  • Yellow Lab Puppies

    "Visited with Michael and his wife when I went to pickup my new pup. The facility is top notch, clean and up-to-date on the latest things. I liked Livingston Gundogs Atlantic so well I went ahead and booked training for my new hunting partner. Can't wait for Michael to work his magic on my new boy."

  • Tullyah Jasper

    "Best dogs that can be acquired."

  • Black Lab Puppies

    "I can't say enough about this place! The kennel was spectacular. It was clean, up to date and no detail goes unnoticed. As far as the puppy we brought home from here; she has exceeded all expectations thus far and I can't wait to see what the future holds for our "Reba"! If you're in the market for an exceptional gundog and family companion, look no further!"

  • British Labrador

    "We’re on our way home with our new Livingston pup from the Finn/Jessie litter and can’t speak high enough praises with our experience. They were patient, educational and enjoyable to hang out with while we sorted through 8 beautiful pups to find our Boone. He is already eager to please, learn and we know training will be so easy with this smart pup! Thank you so much Livingston Gundogs!"

  • British Labrador

    "I had a great experience with Michael at Livingston Gundogs Atlantic. After spending a long weekend at his kennel, I decided to put down a deposit on a Diesel x Amber pup. I am loving my relationship with this dog. She is 8 months old now and is super willing to please, and is great in the house and the field."

  • British lab

    "Quality genetics.. 8 week old pup naturally heeling, sitting and just a very calm loving pup... they did a great job of explaining do’s and don’ts... They consistently follow up to check in and check on progress, as well as let you know when the pup should be progressing to different levels of skill."

  • British Labs

    "Sammy is the real deal! Livingston gundogs truly is the best gun dog in the USA! He imports the best Labrador’s from the UK and these dogs are proof. They hunt hard and love harder. My kids crawl all over our dog Rex and he loves it! So proud of my LGD and can’t wait until next season!"

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