[HairOfTheDog]

Look, the physical defects I described are well documented, and I think you know this, which is why you want to argue the less definable term "idiot". It's an opinion, obviously, and is found mostly in breeds largely without a strong working following, breeds like Cockers, Setters, and Collies, for example. Gorgeous dogs, not known for remaining particularly talented in their original purpose, and ranging from nutty to dull in temperament. These are intangibles, and obviously include a very subjective value judgment about the temperament the perfect dog of each breed ~should~ have.

You're free to disagree, and I don't even mind. I'm glad you think you're doing good work. More power to ya. But you certainly know that in many breeds there has become an unfortunate divergence between show and working lines, and in many cases I side with the working line breeders on which is the better dog.

Speaking of dogs with a strong working following, Border Collie breeders were very resistant to AKC recognition. Why is that?

[sissyjane]

Speaking of dogs with a strong working following, Border Collie breeders were very resistant to AKC recognition. Why is that?


If the Border Collie owners don't want them shown, then they won't show them.

I read that article, and they like AKC sanctioned events, as long as they aren't conformation events. Don't show 'em!