Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Bailey's Irish Cream PT OFA H/E, at work.
Owned by Jan and Rich Fitzmorris, Cappy Pottle and Gloria Birch

At Covy-Tucker Hill we have always believed that intelligence, temperament and soundness of working structure are essentials in the well-bred German Shepherd Dog. Our dogs have excelled in performace activities, and in particular seem to have a natural talent for Herding. Some of our dual-titled dogs are listed below.

AOE GV CH. Woodside's Nestle Quik Merwestyn HT ROM OFA H/E
AOE Sel. Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Jordache HT OFA
AOE Sel. Ch. Utopia's Meet Joe Black HT TC ROM OFA H/E
AOE 4x Sel.Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Romantico HT ROM OFA H/E
Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Puff the Magic Wolff HT OFA H/E
Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Fly'n'Jib Bodega PT TC OFA H/E
Am/Can Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Monte Alban UDT ROM OFA
Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Storm Brier CD ROM OFA H/E
7x Sel Ch. Tucker Hill's Angelique CD ROM
Ch. Kovaya's Contessa CD ROM
Ch. Covy's Aida of Tucker Hill CD ROM
Ch. Covy's Felita of Tucker Hill CD ROM
Ch. Kovaya's Jill CD ROM
Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Smart Re-Marc PT OFA H/E
Am/Can Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Dulcenia HT OFA
Am/Can/Mex Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Hot Legs CD
Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill V Royal T's Edsel CD NA TC HIC OFA H/E
Can Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill’s Allante HT TT CGC HCT TD
Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill’s Sancho Panza CD TC

Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Wildrose UD HT TC OFA H/E

Ch. Covy-Tucker and Echo Hill's Valence PT OFA Excellent H/E

Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill's Bailey's Irish Cream PT OFA H/E

Sel. Ch. Tucker Hill's Jolly Jingles CD

Sel. Ch. Tucker Hill's Dusky Lady CD

Sel. Ch. Juvanko's Mia CD

Sel. Ch. Alibob's Arby of Tucker Hill CDX

GCH Covy-Tucker Hill's TjR's Marc Flex CD RE HXAs HSAcd OFA H/E 

Ch. Covy Tucker Hill's Kean Marc Flash Drive HT OFA H/E

Understanding Herding Titles: 

The American Kennel Club offers two Herding programs, Herding Trials, and Herding Tests. In the trial program, dogs are individually scored, and then ranked, with a minimum score required to proceed. Three legs under three different judges are required to earn each of the following titles: Herding Started (HS), the started level, Herding Intermediate (HI) the intermediate level, and Herding Excellent (HX) the advanced level. Once the advanced level has been achieved, the dog may then achieve the Herding Champion (HCH) title, by earning 15 points through class placements at the advanced level.

The testing program is judged on a pass/fail basis, with no scoring or class placements. Two legs, under two different testers must be accomplished. The Herding Tested (HT) title involves moving the livestock (sheep or ducks) around a small arena, and performing both a stop, and a recall. The Pre-Trial (PT) title involves moving the livestock through a larger course, a stop and recall are also required.

 Ch. Covy-Tucker and Echo Hill's Valence PT OFA

Ch. Covy-Tucker Hill Just A Crush OFA

The German Shepherd is one of the most intelligent breeds of dog, and it needs structure, someone to love, companionship and a purpose in life. Getting your dog, and yourself involved in an activity, such as obedience, agility, herding or rally is a great way to challenge your dog and develop a great working relationship. If you are unsure of how to get involved with these activities, contacting your local kennel club is a great start. They will be able to provide you with information on classes in your area. The AKC provides an excellent listing of U.S. dog clubs. Visit the AKC website for more info.