Ace | French Bulldog | Tujunga, CA | In-Training

Meet Ace! Ace is a year and a half old French Bulldog here for our Two-Week Community Board and Train Program.  Ace is a sweet pup; however, he does display several unwanted behaviors.  Ace has poor leash manners, will not recall, and is inconsistent with obedience.  Ace can perform a command or two with proper motivation; however, he lacks structure and performs tasks inconsistently.  Over the next fourteen days, Ace will learn to be an obedient pup through consistent, clear communication and balanced training at home, as well as by exploring new people and places.  Ace will learn to perform all these things on and off leash through a positive and balanced training environment.  Through structure and consistency, Ace will demonstrate how great a pup he can be!  Stay tuned for Ace’s two-week transformation!

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Ace | French Bulldog | Pupdate 02/01/26

Today, Mr. Ace joined me for his Two-Week Urban Community Board and Train Program.  On the way home, we stopped at a local park to see what commands Mr. Ace could perform.  He did not do very well!  But I think you know that, and that's why he's here.  After I tested his skills, we had a mini photoshoot for his profile picture for his blog.  I don't know if you know this, but as soon as dogs see a phone or camera in front of their face, you are now invisible to them, and they must ignore you at all costs.  Once we got what we needed, we loaded up and headed to Mr. Ace's temporary residence for the next two weeks.  Mr. Ace did not throw up but had excess saliva, indicating the stress of the drive. 

Once we got home, I let Mr. Ace smell Ms. Toji through the front gate.  Ms. Toji was excited to see Mr. Ace.  Mr. Ace was willing to sniff her but was a little apprehensive.  Mr. Ace had no problems coming to the house.  I let him explore each room and meet everyone.  Throughout the introductions, Mr. Ace showed no adverse reactions.  I took Mr. Ace outside to meet Ms. Toji.  Mr. Ace was excited to meet Ms. Toji, but she was not too happy about it.  I think Mr. Ace and Ms. Toji will be fine hanging out with each other.    

We then went on a long walk around the block so that he could get used to the sights, sounds, and scents of her temporary new neighborhood.  He had no issues with walking around the block.  He walked ok on the leash.  He was super interested in and very stubborn when sniffing things he enjoyed.  I noticed that he is even licking the “hot spots”.  He went ahead occasionally and lagged at times, but mostly stopped to investigate some dog “hot spots,” and was willing to keep walking.  He mostly ignored all the other dogs in the houses that barked at us as we went around. 

I can see that he is a gentle pup.  I expect to see him work well with the structure and positive reinforcement.  With clear, persistent communication and expectations, he will learn to be a well-mannered pup!

I gave him dinner and observed how much he eats.  I keep track of his weight and will ensure that she maintains her weight while she is with me.  

I've attached the e-collar familiarization video.  Please review the video a few times before Mr. Ace's turnover.  We'll practice together to make sure you are comfortable with the system before using it with Mr. Ace.  I will introduce the e-collar for tomorrow’s training.  

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