This was a very sweet, adorable read. I must admit it took me a while to get used to the japanese right to left structure but once I did it flowed perfectly. I need book two immediately!!! highly recommend

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for this ARC.

This was insanely cute and fluffy! I loved seeing how much both of the characters love their dogs. I really liked the art style of this manga too. I’m interested in continuing this series to see where it goes from here.

I was excited to read this manga when I saw the Japanese edition. From the moment I saw this ARC, I knew I had to read it and finally discover the actual story behind that amazing art. I’m so thrilled that there’s now an official translation available!

My expectations were not only met but exceeded—I absolutely loved it. The story is incredibly heartwarming. I loved how both characters are incredibly strong, but in different (and equally important) ways, and how they admire each other’s strengths. I’m hoping for more volumes because I need to see more of their relationship.

And let’s not forget the dogs—they’re absolutely adorable. I loved the chapter where their thoughts are shared. Really, I can’t wait for more!

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📚 Pupposites Attract by Hono Natsuna
⭐⭐⭐.5/5

I'd like to express my gratitude to @netgalley , the author, and the publishers for providing me with an #arc copy of this book.💕

My review 💌:

I have to say, it was a lovely experience. The storyline revolves around two characters who meet unexpectedly, thanks to their charming dogs and a beautiful, wholesome friendship/crush develops between the two. What sets this romance apart is the delightful contrast between the characters' personalities and their furry companions.

The English translation version I read was incredibly enjoyable, but I encountered a minor issue with the point of view switching between the main characters and their pets. The lack of clear indication made it occasionally difficult to discern whose perspective I was reading. Despite this small drawback, the story itself was undeniably endearing.

The characters and their pets complemented each other in a heartwarming way, and I found the interplay between them to be truly delightful. Opposites Attract" is a must-read for fans of sweet and heartwarming romances.

This book felt like a hug it was so fluffy and cute and as a dog person I am obsessed with all the little paws at the end of the chapters they are so tiny and cute 🥺.
The characters are perfect I loved how respectful and thoughtful they were towards each other, like Kiyotaka was such a gentleman like yeah he is a big firefighter but he is such a golden retriever with his small tiny dog and chiharu was so sweet and polite I loved how small she is and how enormous tscbu-chan actually is like he is almost her height😭😭😭.
This was such a fun cute time I really enjoyed reading it and wouldn't hesitate to pick volume two.
Thank you netgalley,the author and the publisher for the arc.

Thank you to Kodansha and NetGalley for the opportunity to check this volume out!

Basic premise: tall male MC with tiny overactive dog and small female MC with big dog. Think opposites attract.

Art style is cute. Storyline is cute. There isn’t much depth here but it’s a sweet little slice of life story with some added potential romance - I think if you’re picking this up you’re not looking for anything crazy.

The only part that confused me was the obsession with the strength of both characters. At one point the female MC is afraid to pet a hamster because of her strength. I wasn’t really understanding why the mangaka made such a big deal out of it.

Overall I enjoyed it and I would probably check out volume 2.

This manga was absolutely delightful! I love that our owners, Chiharu and Kioytaka, were totally opposites of eachother. Their dogs are also opposites of their own personality and of each other. This was a great, quick read. I love the occasional shift in perspectives to the dogs and hope to see more of that in future volumes. This was a great volume to get to know our characters and their dogs with a little glimpse into their budding relationship. I am very excited to read more!

Super cute, adorable, heartwarming, and lovely. This manga hit me as someone who pets Pomeranians at home and once petted a Rottweiler. The drawings are so pretty and the love story is also cute. I can't wait to see them together as a couple!

Thank you, NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the eARC!

Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha for the e-book copy!

Pupposites Attract follows dog owners Chiharu and Kiyotaka who have a chance meeting in a park. This meeting causes both to realize how mismatched they look to others as each has dogs that don't "suit" them. Despite this, they end up becoming fast friends with romance on the horizon. I was not expecting to enjoy this as much as I did. I think the main character's relationships with their dogs are what intrigues me. Chiharu is very stern with her dog while Kiyotaka is not. I can see this being a new lighthearted read for me and will definitely look forward to the next volume.

This book was incredibly heartwarming and comforting. I found myself smiling all the way through it. The humour and budding romance was delightful.

Very lovely story about two people and their dogs. It’s about prejudices and how getting to know each other can make you realize people, and dogs, can often be quite different from what you thought initially. I loved the loveydovey vibe in this book and I really liked that the well-behaved dog was a breed that isn’t usually pushed forward as the good dog and that the little dog that usually is pushed forward as the perfect good dog, wasn’t really in this story. Wonderfully done and I liked the artwork as well.

I have two dogs, a bull terrier (which would be considered a medium breed, but its strength is too much) and a pinscher and I feel very identified with all this, hahaha.
Somehow the little ones always manage to generate what in Spanish is known as "the small dog syndrome" (I don't know if it has the same name in English) which means that they become the kings of the house and one is just another poor slave. While the big one is only calm.
To make a long story short, I found it adorable and entertaining. Both characters and their respective dogs are endearing and, of course, I love the idea of knowing more about them.

This was super cute! I love the concept and art style! The dynamics of the dogs' personalities and sizes are so cute and I love the difference between the owners' design and their dogs.

The romance is very cute so far! I look forward to seeing how it develops in future volumes!

(Read on Netgalley)

OMG PLEASE GIVE ME MORE. This book was so cute and fluffy. As a dog lover and manga enjoyer I will be following this series. These characters meet by walking their dogs and life goes on. Absolutely loved the art style and the translations at the back are very helpful. 10/10 would recommend, quick and cute read.

I am a huge dog lover so this manga was right up my alley. I really enjoyed that the focus of the manga was on the relationship between the MCs and their dogs. The plot is more slow paced and the romance was more slow burn which I really loved. I cannot wait for the next book in the series to be released.

Thank you NetGalley for this eARC. I’d seen screenshots of pages of this manga on Twitter earlier this year so when I saw ARCs were available to read, I knew I had to request it seeing as it had already been on my tbr list for a while and was just waiting on its publication.
As a dog/animal lover, I knew I was going to really enjoy this manga, the dynamic between the dogs and their owners being so different and unexpected yet so sweet. As well as the dynamic between the dogs as well as the owners which of course blooms into a cute romance.
I would’ve blown through this first volume had my kindle not malfunctioned once I hit the 75% mark for some reason. The art style was wonderful and that’s usually the main thing that draws me to a manga/anime series more than the plot at times

Super cute dog lover manga. It was nice to read a dog manga considering how many very fun cat based ones there are.

The art was really fun and engaging. I enjoyed it all overall but i did find some of the chapters to be a smigde short. Definitely interested in collecting this digitally.

'Pupposites' attracted me to read this debut for my love of simple josei manga and pets. The title delivered on cuteness while remaining light. The pace is slow, but I enjoyed the delicate dance between the main characters. They are indeed very opposite in many ways, but the one similarity that connects their budding friendship is their love for their dogs. Any dog or animal lover will find this light read successful and be curious about future volumes. The art is clean, the detail to the dogs is great.

*Pupposites Attract* is a delightful manga that combines heartwarming romance with the irresistible charm of our four-legged friends. Perfect for dog lovers and anyone who enjoys a feel-good story, this manga explores the unexpected connections that can blossom between people and pets.

The story follows Chiharu, whose Rottweiler, Tsubu-chan, is as sweet as he is large, and Kiyotaka, whose Pomeranian, Monjuro, is small but bursting with personality. When these two pairs meet at the park, their differences are immediately apparent—Chiharu’s bold demeanor contrasts sharply with her timid Rottweiler, while Kiyotaka’s quiet nature is a stark contrast to Monjuro’s energetic antics. Despite the initial friction, their shared love for their pets leads to a series of chance encounters that begin to change their perspectives.

The charm of *Pupposites Attract* lies in its exploration of how unlikely friendships can form in the most unexpected places. As Chiharu and Kiyotaka’s paths continue to cross, the manga skillfully depicts the evolution of their relationship, both with each other and their beloved dogs. The interactions between the characters are sweet and genuine, offering a glimpse into how love and companionship can grow when we open ourselves to new experiences and people.

The art style complements the story beautifully, with expressive and endearing illustrations that bring both the humans and their pets to life. The contrast between the characters—both human and canine—adds an extra layer of depth to the narrative, emphasizing how opposites can indeed attract and form meaningful bonds.

Fans of *A Man and His Cat* and *Lovely Muco* will find much to love in *Pupposites Attract*. The manga is a comforting reminder of the joy that comes from both human and animal relationships and the ways in which these connections can enrich our lives. Whether you’re a pet owner or simply a fan of heartwarming romances, this manga offers a charming and uplifting experience that celebrates the magic of unexpected friendships.

Thank you Kodansha Comics for a copy of Pupposites Attract!

"A fluffy, feel-good romance manga for dog lovers! Chiharu enjoys every day with her sweetie of a Rottweiler, who probably weighs as much as she does. Meanwhile, Kiyotaka can't get enough of his fluffy Pomeranian, who barely comes up to his knees. When these two mismatched pairs chance upon each other at the park, they're like oil and water. But, after enough chance meetings, could this turn into an unlikely friendship, or something more?"

I picked this up after watching a horror movie and it gave me all the cute and fluffy feels!!

Pupposites Attract is a comforting read for pet lovers! It's about finding joy in the unexpected, and the importance of bonds with our pets and friends! For fans of A Man and His Cat and maybe even Hamtaro!