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Longleaf Flat-Coated Retrievers and Golden Retrievers
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Written by Longleaf Founder Karen Bunny James
The Longleaf kennel name originated in 1966 with our first litter of German Shepherds. This name was selected to represent the very prevalent Longleaf pine trees of Georgia.
Having been involved with purebred dogs prior to our marriage, my husband and I were already aware of the careful requirements for breeding dogs. His family had raised many generations of German Shepherds. My family had owned several purebred terriers and was active in obedience competition.
In 1979, we purchased our first Golden Retriever, "Shandy", and retired from German Shepherds. We later bred "Shandy" to one of the top Golden studs in America. Longleaf Golden Retrievers was launched. We have averaged one litter, per year, out of carefully selected Goldens.
