Page 1 TRIPPERS BOOK A Champions Story Page 2 over photo a look of quality and nobility--difficult to define, but unmistakable when present strong, agile, well muscled animal, alert and full of life Page 3 Tripper has often been called a “once in a lifetime “ dog and he was! The only whelp of his Dam Ivy's last litter, he demonstrated the epitome of the German Shepherd dog's character, beauty and loyalty. Page 3 At six weeks old, Tripper already possessed the “look of eagles ”. With his courage and presence, he assumed control of the kennel and captured our hearts. Page 4-5 Photo 1: Tripper at six weeks; what a joy! Photo 2: Tripper with his handler, Leslie takes his first major from the 9-12 class under judge, Deborah Hokkanan at the Northern New Jersey Specialty Show. Photo 3: A picture perfect photo of Tripper in motion, a true classic example of the correct gait of the German Shepherd. Opposite page (5 text over photo) One of the few photos of Tripper and his Dad, Ed. The bond of loyalty and trust between the German Shepherd and owner is special to our breed! Photo by Rose O’Connell Page 4-5 Tripper served as a true ambassador to our breed. He enjoyed activity. He approached the world with confidence and joy. Tripper traveled the country, welcomed new acquaintances and displayed a special sensitivity for children and people with special needs. Sitting in the car passenger’s seat for a Saturday jaunt about town with Dad always was an anticipated treat and meant visiting his many friends. (Photo by Miguel) Page 6-7 Our boy loved the show ring. His presence demanded attention. On these pages he is shown winning both his Futurity and his Maturity the following year. Like the Kentucky Derby, these breeder’s shows are of great importance to the German Shepherd fancy. Above: Tripper is awarded 2000 Best In Futurity in the Northwest Region. The judge is Henry Dancosse and the handler is Patti Breault. Above: Tripper is awarded 2001 Best Opposite In Maturity in the Northeast Region.. The judge is Helen Miller Fisher and the handler is Leslie Dancosse. Page 10 Top : Tripper begins his championship with a 4 point major from the 9-12 class at the Northern New Jersey GSDC specialty in March of 2000. Judge, Deborah Hokkanan awards the points. Bottom : He completed his championship at the GSDC of Eastern CT. specialty show. Judge Leon Breault then honored Tripper with Best of Breed over specials. This was a truly beautiful day in 2001. ------------------------------------------ Page 10 Ch. Sirius Park’s Ivy League OFA , Tripper’s dam. Here she is not only going Winner’s Bitch, but also Best of Breed with handler Jerry Guzman. The judge is Dave Rinke at the Las Vegas specialty show. Page 10 Ch. Sirius Park’s Worth The Trip OFA , TC gains his first American Select Excellent title under judge Ed Barritt at the 2002 National Specialty Show. The handler is Morris Bartucci. Page 12/13 Sel. Ex.. Am. Ch. Sirius Park’s Worth the Trip OFA. TC goes to Canada in 2003 to garner a Canadian Select title under judge Dave Rinke. Ken Tank is the handler. Sel. Ex. Am. / Sel. Can.Ch. Sirius Park’s Worth The Trip OFA, TC, is awarded a second select title under judge Dave Rinke at the 2003 National Specialty Show. The handler is Leslie Dancosse. The year 2005 completed the titles that Tripper would need to earn the highest award in the German Shepherd world, the Award of Excellence.. Tripper earned a PT or herding title, an ROM which illustrated his worth as a producer to finish the requirements for this honor. AOE 2x Sel. Am. / Sel. Can.Ch. Sirius Park’s Worth The Trip OFA, TC, PT, ROM Page 15 ?????? with the AOE photo yet to be taken ???????? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 3 Tripper has often been called a “once in a lifetime “ dog and he was! The only whelp of his Dam Ivy’s last litter, he demonstrated the epitome of the German Shepherd dog’s character , beauty and loyalty. At six weeks old, Tripper already possessed the “look of eagles ”. With his courage and presence, he assumed control of the kennel and captured our hearts. Page 4 Below - Tripper at six weeks; what a joy! Tripper with his handler Leslie takes his first major from the 9-12 class under judge, Deborah Hokkanan at the Northern New Jersey Specialty Show. A picture perfect photo of Tripper in motion, a true classic example of the correct gait of the German Shepherd. * Tripper earns yet another Best of Breed with Leslie under judge, Paul Johnson. * (new photo needed here) Opposite page (5) One of the few photos of Tripper and his Dad, Ed. The bond of loyalty and trust between the German Shepherd and owner is special to our breed! Photo by Rose O’Connell Page 7 Tripper served as a true ambassador to our breed. He enjoyed activity. He approached the world with confidence and joy. Tripper traveled the country, welcomed new acquaintances and displayed a special sensitivity for children and people with special needs. Sitting in the car passenger’s seat for a Saturday jaunt about town with Dad always was an anticipated treat and meant visiting his many friends. Page 8 Our boy loved the show ring. His presence demanded attention. On these pages he is shown winning both his Futurity and Maturity, the following year. Like the Kentucky Derby, these breeder’s shows are of great importance to the German Shepherd fancy. At top : Tripper is awarded 2000 Best In Futurity in the Northwest Region. The judge is Henry Dancosse and the handler is Patti Breault. Below : Tripper is awarded 2001 Best Opposite In Maturity in the Northeast Region.. The judge is Helen Miller Fisher and the handler is Leslie Dancosse. Page 10 Top : Tripper begins his championship with his first major, 4 points. from the 9-12 class at the Northern New Jersey GSDC specialty in March of 2000. Judge, Deborah Hokkanan awards the points. Bottom : Our boy completes his championship at the GSDC of Eastern CT. specialty show. Judge Leon Breault then honored Tripper with Best of Breed over specials. This was a truly beautiful day in 2001. Below Ch. Sirius Park’s Ivy League OFA , Tripper’s dam. Here she is not only going Winner’s Bitch, but also Best of Breed with handler Jerry Guzman. The judge is Dave Rinke and the event is a Las Vegas specialty show. Page 13 Ch. Sirius Park’s Worth The Trip OFA , TC gains his first American Select Excellent title under judge Ed Barritt at the 2002 National Specialty Show. The handler is Morris Bartucci. Sel. Ex.. Am. Ch. Sirius Park’s Worth the Trip OFA. TC goes to Canada in 2003 to garner a Canadian Select title under judge Dave Rinke. Ken Tank is the handler. Sel. Ex. Am. / Sel. Can.Ch. Sirius Park’s Worth The Trip OFA, TC, is awarded a second select title under judge Dave Rinke at the 2003 National Specialty Show. The handler is Leslie Dancosse. Page 15 ?????? with the AOE photo yet to be taken ???????? The year 2005 completed the titles that Tripper would need to earn the highest award in the German Shepherd world, the Award of Excellence.. Tripper earned a PT or herding title, an ROM which illustrated his worth as a producer to finish the requirements for this honor. AOE 2x Sel. Am. / Sel. Can.Ch. Sirius Park’s Worth The Trip OFA, TC, PT, ROM