Jon Katz is close to burnout. He's a writer with writer's block; his wife has left for her sister's because he's emotionally distant; he rarely answers his phone. A kennel sends him a border collie that's undisciplined because of abuse. Despite a series of mishaps, Jon decides to keep trying with the dog, and he rents a dilapidated farm house to give the dog room to run. A local handyman refers Jon to a woman who might be able to help him train the dog. Reluctantly, Jon gives her a try. Is the dog the problem, or the owner?

Jeff Bridges
as Jon Katz

Lauren Ambrose
as Emma

Lois Smith
as Lois Blair

Domhnall Gleeson
as Anthony Armstrong

Welker White
as Brenda King

Elizabeth Marvel
as Margo

Pamela Stewart
as Patti

Deirdre O'Connell
as Donna Brady

Karen Allen
as Paula (voice)

Leo Trombetta
as Richard (voice)