The Supposedly Enlightened Persons Guide to Raising a Dog [Hardcover]

Kac Young never imagined that after a lifetime as a cat person she would fall in love with a tiny rescue dog named Talulah.

She took her home to the Californian woodlands to live with her partner and six cats. The stories of life as a first-time adopter describe Kac’s progression from slightly shell-shocked beginner to savvy, adoring dog guardian.

Entertaining and informative, you’ll see how Kac consulted with behaviorist Lisa Tenzin-Dolma on all things dog-related, and will get Lisa’s observations and guidance on a wide range of subjects following Kac and Talulah’s many stories.

Get started on the right food (or paw) with your new dog, or get reacquainted with your longtime friend!

Passionate about dog welfare,Lisa Tenzin-Dolmais the founder and principal of The International School for Canine Practitioners, and founder of the Dog Welfare Alliance, a non-profit organization which brings together members of the public and dog professionals, and supports rescue organizations across the globe. Lisa is the author of 21 books, including three about dog psychology and behaviour, and is a consultant for the BBC on dog-related issues.

Kac Younghas been a producer, writer and director in the Hollywood television industry for more than 25 years. In a varied career she also has an impressive assortment of qualifications in natural healthcare practices, and has written 15 books, includingThe (Supposedly) Enlightened Person’s Guide to Raising a Dog, andThe One Minute Cat Manager, both published with Hubble & Hattie. Kac has been a cat parent for over 40 years, researching felines, and has been closely connected to the Cornell University Feline Research Department studying cat behavior, physiology and diseases. She is the current keeper of five cats, all over the ripe old age of 14. She holds the record for raising the oldest cat in thelC