We can all agree that dogs deserve our love and respect. But should we truly—and are we even capable of—treating them like people? Most of us consider our dogs part of the family, though legally they’re not always seen that way. In some places, however, a dog facing legal proceedings can be assigned their own lawyer. The filmmakers gathered these and many other intriguing examples from legal and canine-related fields to explore the complexities of our relationship with dogs in this highly informative and humor-filled documentary. To what extent should we be responsible for everything “our” dogs do? And is pet ownership ethical in the first place? Like any good documentary, the film raises more questions than answers, and it’s a must-watch for anyone who has a vet’s number saved on their phone. 

Konrad Wirkowski