Ike LaRue is back, and this time he is entering the wild world of politics. When a strict mayoral candidate named Hugo Bugwort threatens to impose harsh rules on the fun-loving dogs of Snort City, Ike decides he cannot just sit by. He throws his own collar into the ring and runs for mayor to protect the rights of his fellow canines. Through a series of urgent letters and local newspaper clippings, Ike details the chaotic ups and downs of his election campaign. He tries to win over voters while dealing with the anti-dog rhetoric of his opponent. But when a sudden accident happens at a major campaign rally, Ike has the chance to prove that he is not just a political underdog, but a true hero. This funny election story offers a clever look at campaigning from a dog's perspective.