With only the very best of intentions, Whitby Palmerston-Hoff III steals an ancient Egyptian amulet, landing himself in more bother than is good for anyone. He finds his comfortable world thrown into turmoil when his actions lead him on a cosmic treasure hunt, pitting him against a deadly, supernatural foe. To survive, Whitby must solve a series of riddles that would baffle even the brightest of minds - no mean feat for a dog! With the help of several friends and an enigmatic cat, Whitby embarks on an adventure that will take him from his sleepy little village to the big city, where more than just his own future will be decided. Unfortunately, Whitby isn't feeling quite himself at the moment...