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The real star is Rafie, the golden pup that plays Quill; dogs can be taught to sit or lie down, but they can't fake the sort of connection he makes with the people around him.
What are people saying?
What are critics saying?
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Puppy appeal nudges past some dramatic deficiencies -- if just by a nose.
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New York Daily News by Joe Neumaier
Yoichi Sai's movie may be a bit tough for young viewers, but it is gentle and illuminating.
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Village Voice by Melissa Anderson
When isn't it a good time to show a movie tracing the development of a kind, charismatic yellow Labrador retriever from frolicsome puppy to devoted seeing-eye companion to weary senior?
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Chicago Sun-Times by Roger Ebert
What sets this film above so many movies about animals is that it's about a dog who is realistic in every aspect.
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The rigors of identifying and training companion dogs are fascinating, but they would fit more comfortably in a non-fiction format, where nobody has to play pretend. As it stands, the dog is the only creature who acts naturally.