

A Dog Year
- Comedy
- Drama
Jon Katz is close to burnout. He's a writer with writer's block; his wife has left for her sister's because he's emotionally distant; he rarely answers his phone. A kennel sends him a border collie that's undisciplined because of abuse. Despite a series of mishaps, Jon decides to keep trying with the dog, and he rents a dilapidated farm house to give the dog room to run. A local handyman refers Jon to a woman who might be able to help him train the dog. Reluctantly, Jon gives her a try. Is the dog the problem, or the owner?
A Dog Year is a 2009 comedy-drama film about a burned-out writer who adopts an abused border collie and rents a farmhouse to start fresh. The movie follows Jon Katz as he learns to open up emotionally while training his challenging new companion. Released in September 2009, it explores themes of redemption and human connection through the bond between man and dog.
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Jeff BridgesJon Katz
Lauren AmbroseEmma
Lois SmithLois Blair
Domhnall GleesonAnthony Armstrong
Welker WhiteBrenda King
Elizabeth MarvelMargo
Pamela StewartPatti
Deirdre O'ConnellDonna Brady
Karen AllenPaula (voice)- Leo TrombettaRichard (voice)
Patricia LentzHolly (voice)- Jan Leslie HardingNancy Longhetti
Teresa YenqueAirport Bystander
Glenn KesslerAirport Police- Joe WachowskiAirport Police

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When was A Dog Year released?
A Dog Year was released on September 3, 2009.
What is A Dog Year about?
The film centers on Jon Katz, a writer with writer's block and emotional distance from those around him, who adopts an abused border collie. As he rents a farmhouse and works to train the dog with help from a local woman, he discovers whether the real problem lies with the dog or with himself.
What genres does A Dog Year fall into?
A Dog Year is a comedy-drama that blends humor with emotional depth as it explores themes of personal growth and connection.













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