I just wanted to check this out because it looked cute--and it IS. It's a sweet little story with dogs and awkward crushes. I can't wait to read more. I love this sort of adorable low stakes happy fluff.

Very cute! Love the characters and the dogs! Such a cute story. Lighthearted and fun. I definitely want to read more!

This was definitely a fluffy (no-pun intended), low-stakes romance. The beginning was very episodic where the chapters are super short while the second half of the story, which I much preferred, expands on the characters and lets us into their worlds. It was definitely heart-warming in. the end, and I'm a huge animal lover and a pet owner so I loved seeing the bonds between the owners and their pooches!

This was my first manga read, to fill up for the 24 in 24 Readathon. I'm glad I picked this up.
It was tricky for me in the beginning, because I couldn't understand the flow of the storyline/plot. But with time I adapted to it. There were also quite new words, thank goodness there was a dictionary at the end.
For the beginners, I'll be quite apprehensive in recommending this one. But if you have been reading mangas for a long time, you'll enjoy this one. It's cute and adorable.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC!

This was such a cute manga! I loved the characters (dog and human) and the relationship between the two MCs. It was just very adorable!

For those who have a dog as a pet, this manga is ideal. It shows us two people who have adopted two dogs who seem to be the complete opposite of their personality but who get along in an excellent way. As the characters and pets meet in a very funny and at the same time tender succession, we get to know the protagonists.

It is a super fun, light, relaxed manga, ideal for clearing your head and getting attached to some of the nicest dogs.

Thank you Kodansha Comics for the ARC I read on NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

So cute and so cozy. This is an extremely comforting manga, perfect to read when you’re all cuddled up with a warm drink. Absolutely enjoyed it!

The artstyle is the first thing that drew me in, I love the character design especially the one with the dogs.
I love how they start to meet when their dogs keep bumping into each other, and i love all the love they feel about theit own dogs.
I especially enjoyed the backstory involving their dogs. It was such a cute story but it lacked some development in my opinion, I would have liked to see some more time to develop their friendship.

A story that promises romance and cute dogs … GREAT!

But ack, do you know that feeling when your friend shows you their baby and you have trouble seeing why your friend thinks his baby is the most wonderful and unique thing ever?

It's the feeling I am left with after reading the first volume of ”Pupposites Attract, Vol 1” by Hono Natsuna.

It was a story with scene after scene about humans who adore their dogs, but also had weird and obsessive talks and comments about a woman worrying about her uncontrollable strength? Even the guy was thinking about it.
I have no idea what it was about, nor did the couple click to me so I can cheer on the romance.

The closer you get to the end, the more you get to see the heartwarming aspect (we saw how the female MC met her dog and how it changed her life) but because the story is illogical chronological told, and because the story has four main characters, I felt the story was trying to be a lot of things, but didn't deliver the punch that would make me buy volume two.

I can't sum up my thoughts better than:
What is the story's focus?
What is the story trying to tell me so I can get an idea of where it's heading?
Why do I need to hear four people's (two humans and two dogs) inner thoughts? And now that I think about it, we got the thoughts from a brother too. We are told the story, not shown it.
Is the story just an excuse for drawing cute-looking dogs?

Today as I am writing the review I have no patience for a story that lacks focus. I felt like I was being told the story, not shown it. I don't understand the characters or what journey they are heading for ...

Based on other reviews I am the only one feeling this way, and that's okay.
I just didn't enjoy the story as much as I had hoped, nor do I think I would use time on the next volumes. I'm sorry.

Super cute story, especially if you're a dog lover. Lovely art too!
On a side note, I really liked the translation notes - I've read some manga in the past so I can handle honorifics, but the information about the dog names, clothing, etc. were interesting and add to understanding.
Recommended if you'd like something short, cozy and dog related.

4/5 Stars. This was cute. I was primarily in this for the dogs if I’m honest. This slowburn manga introduces us to Chiharu, a small woman with a big dog named Tsubu, and Kiyotaka, a large man with a small fluff ball named Monjuro. The pair accidentally bump into each other on a walk one day and their dogs hit it off. Over the course of the manga the romance builds and so does the doggie cuteness. I liked the playful mixing of the big scary, scaredy cat dog, and the manic mini puffball. The banter between Chiharu and Kiyotaka was cute. Overall this was a really quick read and I enjoyed it. The art was adorable and I loved all the dog themes (cafes, outfits, accessories, toys, etc). Thank you Kodansha Comics, Hono Natsuna, and NetGalley for providing an e-ARC for review!

Cute and cozy quick read. Absolutely loved the main characters and the dogs of course!! Definitely a slow burn romance which is not for me, but the story was lovely.

Cute story of two people who meet while walking their dogs. Lots of stereotypes thrown in (small girl, big dog vs. man with tiny dog) to add to the storyline but I found it a little corny and I probably won’t continue with the series. Recommended for those who like slow burn romances with cute characters.

This manga was adorable! I can't wait to see where it goes, as an avid dog lover myself this made me feel so cozy and had me snuggling my pup on the sofa whilst reading.

This book was so adorable and amazing, I loved the fact that the character are so completely different from there dogs, this an amazing manga for people who love dogs and I do. I loved it
5/5 stars

Okay, so I kind of loved this?!

I’ve never read manga before but I was drawn in by the dog theme, cute cover, and silly title so I thought I’d give this a try. I went in with an open mind and had so much fun with this story! 🐶♥️

It took me a few pages to understand the reading flow but I got there. The story was gentle and sweet. The art was incredible. Hono Natsuna can capture the nuance of dog expressions so authentically! I laughed out loud at some of the dynamics between the humans and their beloved dogs - totally relatable stuff!

The characters were great. I particularly related to Chiharu’s bond with her Rottie and loved their relationship. It was fun seeing how the dogs reacted to their humans developing a friendship. I can’t praise the dog characterization enough… both dogs have such distinct and believable personalities.

I loved the translation notes at the end, I learned some things about honourifics and came to fully appreciate some of the puns and jokes too. It looks like Hono Natsuna is a debut author too - wow, I can’t wait to see what they do next!

I’m so glad I gave this a try! This delightful wee graphic novel hits the shelves on August 6. If you’re a dog guardian or someone who enjoys dogs, this is a gentle, comforting story with heaps of character - check it out!

Huge thanks to Kodansha Comics for making this available on NetGalley! 🐾

Pupposites Attract by Hono Natsuna
Ahh, this was just the cutest manga. Pupposites Attract looked so fun and I was excited to try it out. It is the first manga in the series and it is written by Hono Natsuna. I was drawn to this manga by the cover and the story.
This was such a sweet manga. I read it in one sitting. I enjoyed the story and getting to know Chiharu and Kiyotaka along with their dogs. The drawings are fun to look at and the characters draw you in. I like how you were able to get to know both Chiharu and Kiyotaka and their dogs. Their dogs are their own characters who have personalities of their own.
Pupposites Attract is a sweet and clean manga, it is a perfect quick read. I would recommend this manga to those who enjoy light and easy mangas with hints of romance.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher through Netgalley. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, a positive review was not required.

Thanks Netgalley and publisher for allowing me to read this manga as a dog lover. I honestly love Mon-chan, absolutely adorable like she melted me heart 😭❤️ However I just didn't really care about the main couple here like yeah it's fluff but they just didn't click with me bro tbh....

this was such a cute and quick read, the cover matches the vibes of the manga perfectly! super sweet and adorable. i will definitely recommend this to friends and new readers to manga as it was also super simple to follow along!

This is an adorable story about two people who are walking their dogs. It not only gives a glimpse of what the characters are thinking, but also what their dogs are thinking too. It really gives the story a really cute vibe, and I am cheering for all the characters involved and can't wait for the next book. The art really brings the story to life!