Peggy (Shannon) is a happy-go-lucky secretary - a great friend, employee, and sister who lives alone with her beloved dog. But when Pencil unexpectedly dies, Peggy must embark on a journey of personal transformation that is hilarious, poignant and heartbreaking. "Year of the Dog" marks the directorial debut for Mike White who has written "Chuck & Buck," "The Good Girl" and "School of Rock."