Ryan Newman, a depressed individual, contemplates ending his life. However, his plans are interrupted when he's asked to care for his neighbor's dog, Wilfred. What Ryan sees as a typical canine, others perceive as an ordinary dog. As he spends more time with Wilfred, Ryan forms an unexpected bond and learns valuable lessons about human connection, love, and the importance of living.
After a failed suicide attempt, Ryan notices that he sees the neighbor's dog ...