Who is Mcintosh Bullie Zone?
My name is Jacob McIntosh, of McIntosh Bullie Zone, and you can find us in Lehigh Acres, Florida.
What type of dogs do you breed, and what inspired you to get involved with that particular breed?
The type of dogs I enjoy to breed are American Bullies and French Bulldogs. My inspiration for this particular breed started at an early age. Both of my parents siblings were into breeding dogs. My Father’s brother bred Rotwilers and my Mother’s brother bred Pitbulls. Growing up I was mostly around Rotweilers, so I really didn’t know much about Pitbull’s. The Rotweiler’s had such a distinct color pattern that caught my eye. They possesed a unique look and I loved that. At the age of sixteen, one of my uncles gifted me my first Pitbull. It was then that I started to know more about them and fell in love with its personality. Owning one made me want to continue the family’s tradition of breeding dogs.
A love for the combination of the personality of the Pitbull, and the infactuation of the Rotweilers tri color pattern, lead me to venture and produce my very own style of Pitbull also known today as American Bully. My passion grew more and more for dogs, and after about fifteen years of educating myself on the different breeds of dogs I wanted to produce a line of dogs that my kids would remain demonate too no matter the age of the dog, that still had the bully attributes and tri color pattern. This lead me into the french bulldog world.
What type of diet do you keep your dogs on throughout the year?
The type of diet I keep my dogs on consists of free feeding dry kibble of Royal Canin english bulldog puppy, between the hours of 5:30am till 3:00pm. At 6pm I give them a combination of dry royal canin, water, and raw beef.
What is your favorite bloodline?
I dont necessary have a favorite bloodline. To me the structure of the dog is more important over their bloodline. I like working with a combination of Miagi, Dax, with a touch of Razor Edge blood for my American Bullies. For my French Bulldogs I have my favorites, but because of my infactuation with tri colors, I breed according to the dogs color DNA and structure.
Do you currently show, any of your dogs?
Yes, I’ve had a chance to showcase my dogs with UKC, ABKC, BBCR, and IBR kennel organizations.
What advice do you have for any upcoming breeders?
Try to breed your personal likings as close to the breed standards as possible. Be patient, picky, and persistent when choosing the dog to start your foundation breeding program.
What do you think, is the most difficult thing for people in the bully game to overcome?
The most difficult thing for people in the bully game to overcome is breeding excessively in pursuit of the perfect dog .
How do you think they can overcome this thing?
I would have to say that the way to overcome this is by researching the specific breed you are interested in. Look into the pedigree of the particular dog, and know it’s flaws and strongest attributes. This could be beneficial to the breeding itself.
Who do you look up to in the bully game, and why?
There isnt just one particular person who has inspired me in the bully game. In fact, there are many individuals that have contributed to my breeding program. I’d like to call out a few names, Denise Sharpe, Nicole Krell, Lindsey Tebbs, AJ Clemons, and I cant forget Nick Ferrio who is like a big brother to me. Their production has given me the confidence of knowing that I will have a calculated breeding of rare colors and structures each and every time.
Tell us about one of your most memorable moments, in 2016 so far.
One of the most memorable moments in 2016 was my first production off my blue and tan merle AKC registered male.
Describe how you would want things, in the bully Commuity, to be 10 years from now.
I would like to see everyone breeding for the well being of the dog, not just for bragging rights.
What separates your kennel from the competition?
My infactuation for tri color patterns. Blue and tan, black and tan, chocolate and tan, lilac and tan, and merle and tan colored american bullies. Also french bull dogs that meet their breeds standards.
What other hobbies or interests do you take part in?
I dont particulary have a hobby other then keeping up with my kennel organization, however, I do enjoy meeting new breeders and expanding my knowledge.
What motto do you live by?
“If I cant better it thru a breeding. I wont better it at all”.
What do you think of Bully Girl Magazine?
I think its awesome that they go out and capture different dog show events, and the different breeds. Its a great way to represent the bully community, and their clothing line is of good quality.
