I loved the art, but the story wasn’t very intriguing, especially to pick up the rest of the books! It’s still a cute story, and I can see the buildup for the romance, but again. Not interesting enough!

Thank you NetGalley for providing me with this arc in exchange for my honest review.

I loved the parts where the owners were alone with their dogs. The parts where they were together were just weird. I mean, how can you repeatedly be amazed at how someone can control his own strength and doesn’t crush his small dog. Just weird.. How are men supposed to hold babies if that was an actual issue…

So Kiyotaka has a small dog and Chiharu has a large dog. Which is a bit funny I guess. But we soon learn that it’s the small dog that is hard to control. They keep running into eachother and they eventually go on a date.

I loved how they really loved their dogs and learning more about them. Especially the backstory of how Chiharu met her dog, was beautiful.

I have a big and a small dog myself and it was wonderful to see both in this manga.

Review to come end of September to my blog (sorry, earlier wasn't possible), and then later to Goodreads/other places.

I received this book from Netgalley/the publisher in exchange of an honest review.

😍 I love how the humans weren't just opposites (she with a big strong dog and he with a tiny dog), but also the personalities of the dogs with their humans. Chiharu is bold and brave, but her rottweiler is a scaredy cat (for real, he doesn't dare come close to other dogs, even if they are very tiny, and when it storms he hides under blankets, it is also kind of cute though) and very shy. Then there is Kiyotaka who is very shy, but has a Pomeranian who is very outgoing! I really loved that the author went full out with it.
😍 I love their first meeting. How she was wondering how he wasn't crushing his tiny dog (she is superstrong) and he was wondering how the heck such a tiny girl was able to handle such a big dog. It just made me laugh, especially their facial expressions.
😍 I love that the chapters are short, there are 15 in total in this first volume, but it doesn't feel like too much.
😍 It was great that we got to see the POVs of both the characters and see how they go through their daily lives. Why they choose their dogs, how they choose their dogs (that chapter with baby Tsubu, my heart!!!), their feelings on the dogs, it was a lot of fun and it made me very happy. As I said the chapters are short, but you really get a good read on the dogs and the humans. You really learn all about them.
😍 OMG, that part where Kiyotaka gave a bib for Tsubu and he was worried he wouldn't like it... but it is all the opposite, it is now Tsubu's new favourite. It just was SO CUTE. *dies*
😍 I loved seeing them get more happy to see the other and even looking forward to it. You see them grow together, discover their feelings, and I was just shipping it like mad.
😍 I also want to visit a doggy cafe!! It looked like such a fun place with a special menu for dogs and humans~ Sadly, I did a search, and it seems we only have one cafe like this, but it is in Amsterdam. Not going there. Nope. Can we please make teleporting to a book/manga a thing?
😍 I also love that we got to see the thoughts of dogs, like in the cafe chapters. I loved how the Pomeranian was shipping it like mad and Tsubu was unsure as he worried his owner would drift away from him (boy, that will never happen, you are way too dang cute).
😍 Sorry, but I found it hilarious how they kept meeting up. Not just during walks, but also when visiting the pet store, and even during work. They are just fated to be!
😍 The art!! I just so loved every bit of it! How the humans were drawn, the expressions, the dogs. Everything!

All in all, if you are looking for a super adorable opposites attract along with cute/strong puppers, be sure to check out this one!

This was an incredibly sweet opposites attract story! The way the characters met felt very natural and is a scenario any dog owner could see themselves in.

The visuals were stunning and I especially loved the adorable rottweiler Tsubu-chan! The contrast in imagery and colouration between the two dogs really made this a visually striking manga to read.

This was the perfect way to start the series as it set the premise up quickly, kept characters to a minimum to help get to know them and left plenty of space for the story to develop.

I read lots of manga but don't think I've ever come across a story involving dogs so this also felt very original.

I already want a volume two to continue the adventure with these adorable 4 pawed friends and their equally as nice owners!

this is so cute

i love how the title holds true. not only are chiharu & kiyotaka opposites, but their dogs are opposites from them too. it's so cute to see an outgoing pomeranian & a shy rottweiler. monjuro & tsubuchan are adorable.

the art/drawing is so nice, i love how there is so much personality in this book, it's a really great first volume.

i really enjoyed the story of how chiharu got tsubuchan. i like how kiyotaka is always worried about monjuro, & i also like how chiharu & kiyotaka met from walking their dogs.

thank you to kodansha comics & netgalley
- arc provided via netgalley in exchange for an honest review

I really liked this slice-of-life manga. It was super cute, and I especially liked the contrast between the FMC and MMC and their dogs. I do wish the story was a little more fleshed out, but I will definitely read volume 2.

I really enjoyed this volume 1! It was cute and has heartwarming moments that made me reflect on my own relationship with my pet. If you are looking for a fluffy easy read this is perfect!

This manga was absolutely cute and fluffy! ;) The dynamic between the characters were incredibly heartwarming and super sweet. The initial misunderstandings based on how Chiharu and Kiyotaka interacted with their dogs were hilarious and perfectly balanced. It wasn't drawn out too long, nor was it rushed, allowing for a satisfying realization of their true feelings. Overall, a precious "feel-good" story that’ll leave you with positive emotions lingering afterward.

A romance for dog lovers! Chiharu has a big personality in a small frame which stands out even more when she's out with her sweetheart Rottweiler, Tsubu-chan. Kiyotaka is a shy giant who swoons over his fluffy pomeranian, Monjuro. A chance encounter leads to long walks and developing feelings that neither seems able to recognize yet.

It's adorable and sweet and all the positive emotions you could possibly think to assign to a story. Chiharu and Kiyotaka are total opposites in everything from their choice of dog to their personalities, but they're a perfect match when it comes to emotions and the love they have for their furry companions. There are a ton of great emotional and comedic moments to keep things interesting and it always feels like the plot is moving even when what we're seeing are flashbacks.

The art is nothing special but it conveys the adorableness of the doggies and the emotions of everyone perfectly so it works wonders with the story.

I'm looking forward to picking up the next volume.

Delighted thanks to NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the adorable read!

A very cute and light story. Great for anyone that loves dogs or animals in general. Felt very cosy, while also including some funny scenes.

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for a digital ARC in return for an honest review.

The story is cute, the characters are lovable and I love the style. Suggested if you're looking for something heartfelt and cozy that makes you smile.

It was really cute and perfect for dog lovers. I liked the contrast of personality between FL and ML and between their dogs. The romance looks promising and I am looking forward to pick the next volume.

This had me from the first page. It's cute, so, so cute. The mind that has you smiling and giggling to yourself. I love the personality of each character, pets included. Their thoughts and feelings towards other pet owners in public makes me feel seen. Animal lovers must read this. I will be recommending this to several coworkers and customers at my store.

This is such a cute manga. I love dogs and these characters have such a cute chemistry. It’s always adorable when the two leads have complete opposite personalities and they slowly start falling for each other.

I would love to read the next volume of this manga since I’m curious to know about their blooming love story and to view the cute doggos 🤗

Thank you to Kodahsa Comics and Netgalley for a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review

While pitched as an "Opposites attract" with a title to relfect, this manga is about a slow developing friendship between 2 dog owners. While they are mutually attracted to eachother, they initially reach out and start talking because of their dogs. Sharing puppy supplies and going on playdates will hopefully lead up to actual ones. So far in this first volume they are just getting to know the other person. This isn't the most exciting, but they're genuinely nice individuals and its relaxing and calm to watch them interact and open up. I can see this becoming a series I come back to when I am having a bad day or need a pick me up.

In fiction its rare to see an animal character that isn't fully anthropromorphic. At one point the dogs do have a converation, but for the most part they exsist as closest to real pets. Their relationships with their owners are very sweet and caring. As a single cat mom it's nice to see parts of my days with her reflected here.

I would recommend this to someone looking for a slowburn and cute romance as well as any pet owners (not just dog ones).

3.75 🌟!

so so cute! a really easy read, and I can't wait for volume 2! characters are so so adorable and likeable :)
would def reread on a cozy day

This is such a cute and quick slice of life story. I love the opposites attract trope and in this story we have lots of versions of it. From the owners and their opposite dogs to their respective relationship human to human. The ongoing gag that Chiharu can't control her strength and will thusly crush little things is so funny to me. I also love a gentle giant so Kiyotaka is so cute to me. Overall just a really fun and cute quick episodic story. Very light on the romance since it was volume one but still super fun. Can't wait to read more of this series.

Stories about animals are my weakness. Here we have a very cute manga about a fragile girl with a big dog and a brave fireman with a small dog. In general, the story is about such completely different owners and their dogs and how these people (along with their pets, of course!) keep meeting by chance on the street.

Cons: first of all, both the drawing and the story itself (although it is not that there actually is any proper story? but anyway) are quite simple. In addition, constantly hyperbolized repetitions were tiring. For example, the girl's thoughts like "oh my god, how is he touching such a small dog???? how is he not afraid to crush her???????". And there were actually a lot of different moments like this one.

BUT, overall, I still kinda liked it, so I recommend you give it a try if you want something nice and cozy to read.

This is adorable. I was a little worried when I requested it that the humour might be in bad-taste in some way, but it very effectively subverts gender norms and has a compelling humour. Both characters are very likeable, and while this is very slice-of-life, it does feel like there's a lot of depth to the characters that will probably be revealed in later volumes.

The art style is really pretty and the dogs are absolutely adorable.

Thank you so much to Netgalley and Kodansha Comics for this copy in exchange of an honest review.

This is such a feel-good manga where we meet Chiharu, Kiyotaka and their respective dogs, the exact opposite of themselves. Chiharu’s dog Tsubuchan is a dark giant: a Rottweiler, but despite his size and reputation as a dangerous breed, he is just a shy and sweet looking scaredy-cat. Kiyotaka’s dog, Monjuro, is a tiny white Pomeranian, whose personality is outgoing and daring. Both Chiharu and Kiyotaka meet in more than one instance, and they decide to hang out together so their dogs also get to befriend each other. What they don’t know is that they might be the one’s to befriend each other faster than their dogs…and maybe some other feelings might arise from these casual meetings.

The drawing style in this is absolutely adorable, I cannot wait to start making reaction stickers with the doggies faces because they are so expressive. The story, at least until now, does not get very deep into the characters backgrounds, their likings and worries; but as an introductory volume I feel like it gives you the perfect first impression on both to make you attached to them and leaving you wanting to know more. The start of their “romance” (as this is not yet developed, only some cute interaction which will make your heart melt) is also quite interesting as it is clear that both of them need in their life a person like the other. Chiharu needs someone to calm her and understand her independent self, while Kiyotaka could use some more energy and fun which Chiharu can guarantee with her clumsy self.

Overall, I would recommend it if you want a really easy to read and follow story which will make you laugh and want to get a dog only to fall in love at the dog park!