Riley is an only child who lives 25 miles from his school. The drive to and from school does not matter to Riley but it is starting to wear on the family. Riley is an athletic child who is at the age to join organized sports. As time goes on Riley asks for his own dog. The adventure brings you to several different dog breeders, naming the dog, and the decision to move. Riley is afraid of the unknown. He loves his house and does not want to leave. The bond between Chief and Riley grows stronger and stronger. The two are inseparable and help each other through this difficult time.