Max's mom gets a new job and his life becomes unmoored. In the process of moving Max has to deal with sadness and gloom and feeling different and alone. He has to relearn how to make friends. Max's move away from all he had known is a journey of (re)discovery of himself. It takes Max some time, but a cheerful dog named Chief helps him realize he can find happiness again. With a new perspective, Max comes to terms with his sadness and decides to move...