AKC is one of the worst kennel clubs in America they push show dogs(Irish setters, German Sheperd Dogs, and Labs) instead of the hunting or working talents the dog was bred for. There are too many run of the mill dogs being bred. I personally feel that a dog should not be entitled to be registered if it can't pass a work/hunt test to certify that the dog is capable of doing the job it's breed was orignated for. Think long and hard before you breed your dog.