I’m excited to announce that my new book, Tortitude: The BIG Book About Cats with a BIG Attitude, will publish on February 5, 2016.
This book has been a true labor of love for me. In addition to facts about torties, the book features stunning photographs and quotes dedicated to these beautiful cats. Ultimately, Tortitude is a tribute to these special cats and their passionate guardians.
The book features a foreword by Kate Benjamin, Founder of Hauspanther and New York Times bestselling co-author of Catification: Designing a Happy and Stylish Home for Your Cat (and You!) and Catify to Satisfy: Simple Solutions for Creating a Cat-Friendly Home.
Advance Praise for Tortitude from Jackson Galaxy
“To call torties misunderstood would be the understatement of the year; the misinformed and un-initiated might just see them as moody, grouchy or mean! In this book, Ingrid brings all of her talent, skill and heart to the job of setting the tortie record straight. Anybody who has had the honor of sharing their life with a tortie owes Ingrid a debt of gratitude, because she has taken the stereotype, turned it on its head, and opened the world’s eyes to the true meaning of tortitude.”
Robb
February 10, 2018 at 8:07 am (10 months ago)I have a Tortie called Crumb. We rescued her from a house that abused and neglected her. I’m the only human she tolerates, and will spend many hours laying with me on the bed…but always on her terms. Having had cats all my life,I can definately vouch for ‘tortitude’ She’s standoffish, headstrong, and only does things she wants to do.The only time she shows any true affection is at night when it’s time for bed. She’s also spoilt rotten, especially by me, and Id say she owns me, not the other way around! But we both love her to bits, and she makes the house we live in a home. I feel especially close to her because I know what she went through as a kitten. She’s now 4 and a half and is my pride and joy.
Ingrid
February 10, 2018 at 11:58 am (10 months ago)Crumb does sound like she’s got some major tortitude! 🙂
June Merritt
March 24, 2017 at 10:17 am (2 years ago)I have a tortie and she bites all the time except for night night time. She turns to an angel. She absolutely does not want to be petted. I’ve had all kinds of cats but she’s exceptionally challenging. Any sugguestions.
Ingrid
March 24, 2017 at 11:18 am (2 years ago)What you’re probably seeing is either petting aggression http://consciouscat.net/2016/04/04/cope-correct-petting-aggression-cats/ or play aggression: http://consciouscat.net/2016/04/13/prevent-correct-play-aggression-cats/ Try all the tips offered in these articles and you’ll most likely see the behavior stop.
REA
February 17, 2017 at 1:05 am (2 years ago)Hi INGRID I’D LIKE TO KNOW IF YOUR BOOKS ARE AVAILABLE IN LEADING BOOKSTORES HERE IN THE PHILIPPINES LIKE NATIONAL BOOKSTORE
Ingrid
February 17, 2017 at 6:31 am (2 years ago)Bookstores can order all of my books, so simply ask your local bookstore to order them for you, Rea, and thank you!
AM
December 12, 2015 at 10:05 pm (3 years ago)I have a tortie and her name is Bella. I’m looking forward to your book.
Sue Brandes
November 23, 2015 at 7:14 pm (3 years ago)Congrats Ingrid. Sounds like a wonderful book.
Ingrid
November 24, 2015 at 7:47 am (3 years ago)Thanks, Sue!
Ellen Pilch
November 22, 2015 at 4:34 pm (3 years ago)I love my tortie 🙂 I can’t wait to read this.
toni / rctees
November 22, 2015 at 5:43 am (3 years ago)Oh Ingrid, I’m so excited for you. I know what a labor of love this has been and can not wait to read it!
Ingrid
November 22, 2015 at 7:30 am (3 years ago)Thanks, Toni!
Rachel
November 22, 2015 at 4:49 am (3 years ago)Fantastic news Ingrid! Do you know if I can get the book in the UK in Feb? Best of luck with it xx
Ingrid
November 22, 2015 at 7:30 am (3 years ago)It will be available in the UK, Rachel.
Debi
November 21, 2015 at 11:05 pm (3 years ago)Wonderful news and congratulations! All the best with it!
Gail
November 21, 2015 at 10:46 pm (3 years ago)Congrats. I adopted a senior torti named Precious bc she was. She lived only 9 more months but what a special girl
Ingrid
November 22, 2015 at 7:35 am (3 years ago)Bless you for adopting a senior kitty, Gail!
Lynda
November 21, 2015 at 9:29 pm (3 years ago)Big Grats Ingrid! We can’t wait to get our paws on your book.
Ingrid
November 22, 2015 at 7:35 am (3 years ago)Thanks, Lynda!
Christy
November 21, 2015 at 6:48 pm (3 years ago)Oh I would absolutely love to read this….lol..I am a first time tortie owner and I tell you she is something else. .lol.where will I be able to find it??
Ingrid
November 22, 2015 at 7:36 am (3 years ago)Stay tuned for pre-order information, Christy. The book will be available on Amazon, in bookstores, and everywhere else where books are sold.
Lisa Barrett
November 21, 2015 at 1:05 pm (3 years ago)Congratulations!!!
Ingrid
November 21, 2015 at 5:23 pm (3 years ago)Thanks, Lisa!
Janine
November 21, 2015 at 11:19 am (3 years ago)I look forward to reading your book
Laurie
November 21, 2015 at 5:19 pm (3 years ago)Congrats! So excited for you! Really looking forward to reading it.
Ingrid
November 21, 2015 at 5:23 pm (3 years ago)Thank you, Laurie!