Set against the backdrop of the Canadian wilderness, this heartwarming adventure about a young boy and his dog is perfect entertainment for the whole family. When their boat capsizes in turbulent waters off the Pacific Northwest, John McCormick's (Bruce Davison) 14-year-old son Angus (Jesse Bradford), and newly adopted Golden Lab are swept ashore. As his terrified mother (Mimi Rogers) and father never give up hope he will be found alive, Angus and his faithful friend struggle to survive in the rugged wilds. In the process, they forge a special bond that neither time nor distance can break in this special story of love, loyalty and perseverance.