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FAQ
- The United States has the largest pet cat population in the world.
- There is close competition between households with cats and those with dogs:
- 43 million households have 72 million dogs
- 38 million households have 82 million cats, making cats the #1 pet in US as of 2008.
- 17 million of those households are considered PREMIUM pet product demographics. (Source; Animal Smart by Steve Dale; market Research Statistics AVMA - U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook 2008).
- The US pet industry as a whole is a $43 billion business (Aug. 2008, Pet Industry Trends)
- What if I am a crazy cat person?
- We love you! We'd love to hear from you. Even if you're not a crazy cat person, you probably know one. Keep reading...
- Is Crazy Cat People fiction or nonfiction?
Both. It contains fictional stories based on actual experiences at a cat hospital. Names have been changed to protect the reputations of the cats!
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Who drew the illustrations for Crazy Cat People?
- The illustrations were created by fashion artist, Carlos Sandoval.A selection of images are available as a set of 8 postcards and 7 greeting cards, and enlarged prints by request.A perpetual calendar is in the works.Readers interested in fashion will be excited to know, Sandoval's line of crazy cat people couture can be viewed in the slide show on Crazy Cat People Illustrations page.Despite multiple inquiries about Sandoval's exclusive line of crazy cat people couture, the designer has refused to sell. Models on San Francisco catwalks wearing crazy cat people couture, purred with excitement saying his designs make them feel playful and attractive.
- Are there other crazy cat people items for sale besides the paperback book?
- Funny you should ask! In addition to the items mentioned in previous FAQ, the following item is being developed.
bilingual Spanish/English childrens' book using illustrations from Crazy Cat People and simpler text for early readers, with a focus on pet care.
- Where can I purchase a copy of Crazy Cat People?
You may purchase a copy of the book from this website. Buy direct from the publisher for the best deal anywhere on the Internet. Here, your books are autographed by the author and illustrator. Here, you also receive free postcards and notecards with every book purchase! Try to find that on Amazon or in a bookstore.
I also encourage support of neighborhood independent bookstores. If your bookstore doesn't have Crazy Cat People on the shelf, well, they must be crazy. Or maybe they just haven't heard about us yet. Ask your bookseller to contact the publisher about wholesale pricing. They can easily order one for you, and maybe a few for their other customers. If your bookstore happens to be in San Francisco or the general Bay Area, author and illustrator are available for signings and other events.
- Is it possible to meet the author and illustrator?
- A variety of events are being scheduled, including appearances by live models wearing crazy cat people couture.Because Dr. Jones is busy being a dedicated cat veterinarian, she may not be available for public events. Please respect her privacy and do not contact Dr. Jones for matters related to Crazy Cat People, or the next book may include a story about you!
- Who is the publisher for Crazy Cat People?
- Skot Jonz Publishing. This book is a true self-published book, not through a print-on-demand company, vanity press, or subsidy publisher. The author, Skot Jonz, is self-published and has all the necessary legal documentation to sell Crazy Cat People retail or wholesale. Authorized wholesalers with a resale certificate can receive a substantial discount. Crazy Cat People is a quality paperback currently printed in the USA by PRINTMEDIA BOOKS.
Crazy Cat People has been featured in catalogs, and/or raffle items at the following cat shows or other pet events::
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