There are some fantastic businesses in and around Aylesbury and we want to showcase these businesses and show our support so we asked a number of local business owners a series of questions (including dog-related ones)!
We’re delighted to introduce the fifth business owner in our series…
Kerry Young of Zookie Cartoons who has produced some fabulous cartoons for Potter Paws’ clients.
What products/services do you provide?
Custom pet caricatures and cartoon illustration.
How long have you been in business?
5 years
What was the reason you started your business?
I started Zookie Cartoons as I'd always had a love of drawing cute cartoon animals and crazy creatures. I quickly discovered that drawing provided me with a wonderful distraction from the stresses of everyday life!
Do you have a pet? If so, what do you have and what is their name/s?
Wilma and Pippin who are both long coat chihuahuas. I also own two guinea pigs called Ginny and Sprout.
What is your favourite dog breed?
Long coat chihuahuas... completely biased I know!
Who is your favourite famous dog, or favourite film featuring a dog that you love to watch?
One of my favourite childhood films has to be Homeward Bound. As a cartoonist though, two of my favourite canine characters are Odie (Garfield) and Gromit.
What is your favourite quote?
I don't have a favourite quote, but I do have a mug that says, 'Follow Your Dreams' on it. Those words mean a lot to me.
What's your favourite way to spend a Sunday?
Doodling cartoons, walking the dogs and enjoying a big roast dinner!
What three words would your significant other/parent/child use to describe you?
Creative Thoughtful Reliable
What did you want to be when you grew up?
Any career with animals
Do you have a useful poo bag hack?
No, but I seem to have them poking out of every pocket and bag I own!
Discover more about Zookie Cartoons at
http://www.zookiecartoons.com .
Thanks for supporting local!
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