The DM Test I don't often write on this list, and find it enjoyable to read and learn. With that being said, I feel the "DM" Test is a "TOOL" to be incorporated into our breeding program. As with any "TOOL" it has it's interpretation, depending on who is using it and the outcome they wish it to have. I use it in my breeding program, as a "TOOL" . I feel that by using it this way, I may be able to make wiser choices. I'm not saying it's the perfect "TOOL", it's what we have at the present time.....As I recall, back in the early days of OFA, there were people who reflected on that "TOOL" feeling like it wasn't correct. As with all choices, we have to live with them....as I tell people when inquiring about a dog to breed to, it's just a "TOOL" that I want to use in my breeding program. I did hire a geneticist and she also did some research for me.....it was very interesting. Again, "TOOL'S" are building blocks for our future - it's all a matter of what and how you wish to use them. Humbly and respectfully, Candee R. Foss Legend Shepherds home of #6 Futurity/Maturity BISS AM/CAN CH Kridler's Turmeric v Signature, OFA Excellent H&E, CGC, 2010 Canadian Maturity Victrix CH Windvane's Shake Rattle and Roll, OFA Excellent H&E, HIT, PT, CHIC PNW RFB Legend's Kensington . ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2012. All material remains the property of the original author and of GSD Communication, Inc. NO REPRODUCTIONS or FORWARDS of any kind are permitted without prior permission of the original author AND of the Showgsd-l Management. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Each Author is responsible for the content of his/her post. This group and its administrators are not responsible for the comments or opinions expressed in any post. ALL PERSONS ARE ON NOTICE THAT THE FORWARDING, REPRODUCTION OR USE IN ANY MANNER OF ANY MATERIAL WHICH APPEARS ON SHOWGSD-L WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF ALL PARTIES TO THE POST AND THE LIST MANAGEMENT IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN, AND IS A VIOLATION OF LAW. VIOLATORS OF THIS PROHIBITION WILL BE PROSECUTED. For assistance, please contact the List Management at admin@xxxxxxxxxxx VISIT OUR WEBSITE - http://showgsd.org SUBSCRIPTION:http://showgsd.org/mail.html NATIONAL BLOG - http://gsdnational.blogspot.com/ ============================================================================