About Livingston Gundogs

British Labradors in Olney

Livingston Gundogs is a British Labrador breeding and gundog training program whose Texas operation is led by Sammy Livingston in Olney, the small town in quail country where he grew up. His father and grandfather owned and trained gundogs, and Sammy spent eight years training for a family and private plantation before founding Livingston Gundogs in 2015 with nearly two decades of gundog experience. The motto is "Quality over quantity."

Training approach

The training mentality centers on positive reinforcement, building trust and confidence early through socialization, teaching and structure before consequences and pressure are introduced. The program trains its Labradors without e-collars, works with each dog as an individual and focuses heavily on obedience and manners.

Programs

Puppy Head Start is a one-month board and train inside the trainers' homes, covering crate training, socialization and sitting for food. Basic Obedience is a three-month board and train teaching heel, sit, place and recall. Gundog Training follows a la carte, with gunfire, group work, birds, lining and handling. Boarding is offered for existing clients. The kennel also breeds first-generation British Labradors from UK field-trial lines and offers started dogs.

What to ask

Ask about pricing, availability and upcoming litters.