Caring for a puppy seems straightforward feed, walk, love. But when Sophia welcomes Dennis, a scrappy Parson terrier with large eyes and larger opinions, she discovers it's far from simple. After an unexpected breakup, she's solo-parenting a mischievous pup who snacks on earplugs and shreds slippers. Yet, amidst the chaos, Dennis becomes an unexpected comfort during a tumultuous year. In this honest and humorous memoir, Sophia navigates modern life's quirks dating woes, online perfection pressure, and dog-to-baby parallels realizing life's journey isn't always linear but can still be fulfilling. By year's end, Dennis has transformed Sophia's world, making it wilder, messier, and more alive. This is Sophia's tale of heartbreak, healing, and an unforgettable pup, perfect for anyone who's loved a dog or been saved by one.