Tour guide Sophie Strodtbeck takes you on an informative yet emotional journey through a dog's life. It begins with a gentle start, moving on to the wild twists and turns of adolescence. With the adult dog, calmer waters are reached before it's time to "prepare for landing." Along the route, there are stops to explore the various personalities of the travel group, the entertainment program, and the travel provisions. The bags are packed full of knowledge, but equally filled with emotions. The author presents even complex scientific connections in an understandable way. Her own pack of dogs ensures that the journey is never boring, as they infuse the facts about dog behavior with humor and life. And in the end, the journey will, as always, come to an end far too quickly.