[Mr Rogers]

"They don’t research, they don’t breed toward a standard (and all breed standards talk about temperament, not just conformation)."

The problem is showing for conformation. When you do that, it puts the emphasis on stupid ideas like length of nose, and takes it away from anything useful.

Happily, MOST Border Collies aren't registered with the AKC - although the AKC is so large & powerful that it is an uphill battle.

My Aussie cross and Border Collie - neither would meet with AKC approval:

[brytlea]

Yes, I’m sure you’ve heard that before (PETA agrees with you).
I’m not going to argue the merits of breeding to a standard with you, you clearly have your mind made up. I’m not up to pointless tasks.