Within the cusp of turning 65, a man and his beloved recovery dog of similar vintage have a poignant, often bemusing, and keenly observed trip across America and find out a big-hearted, welcoming country filled up with memorable characters, a newfound appreciation for the life they temporarily left out, and a determination to live even more fully in as soon as as old age looms. Motivated by John Steinbeck’s Travels with Charley, Zheutlin hits the road for the 9,000-mile odyssey with Albie to experience all that American is definitely and means today. Similar in approach and build to Expenses Bryson’s bestselling travel classics, but with an endearing canine sidekick, The Dog Went Over the Hill will delight pet dog lovers, seniors, and anyone who seeks to experience existence on the open road using a four-legged companion.