5 recommended manga featuring cats and dogs!

The comic is a bestseller, with over 500,000 copies in circulation, and currently has six volumes in total. It has a large following among both dog and cat lovers, and is a "dog and cat encyclopedia" that explains and compares the unique behavioral differences between dogs and cats.

Another highlight is the commentary by zoologist Tadaaki Imaizumi, known for his "Encyclopedia of Unfortunate Creatures." The series is serialized on the manga app Palcy.

Just having a dog next to you

This one-volume story by Natsu Kitagawa is based on the true story of a stray dog ​​who becomes a therapy dog ​​and performs miracles.

You'll be touched by the bravery of Bota, a therapy dog ​​who brings healing to the residents of a nursing home through his interactions with them. The story also portrays the caregivers' work realistically, and the various events that occur there are far from romanticized.

Bota's realistic yet gentle portrayal of his exploits will capture the reader's heart and draw them deeper and deeper into the story. And the story ends with a tragic ending...Even current dog owners will rediscover the charm of their beloved pets. This work will make you feel even more love for your beloved dog when you think about the day you will have to say goodbye, and will make you want to cherish it all over again.

My dog ​​found a kitten

This is Sayuri Tatsuyama's best-selling novel, which has sold over 400,000 copies.

The long-awaited fourth volume of this story about a dog, two kittens, and an older man has just been published. The story begins when Peritas, a large dog owned by a novelist, picks up and begins to raise two abandoned kittens.

The kittens, named "Kip" and "Maro," display the laid-back nature of cats. The two little kittens eat, sleep, and play as they please, leaving their owner and Peritas constantly at their wits' end. Before you know it, those days of struggle become an irreplaceable part of everyday life. This is a touching story of family life, filled with the adorable kittens.

The author has also published "Golden and Silver Cat House" and "One Day, a Letter Came from Dog Country."

Star Guardian Dog

This popular work by Takashi Murakami, starring Toshiyuki Nishida and Tetsuji Tamayama, was also adapted into a highly anticipated film. The comic is a two-volume series. Its shocking story begins with the protagonist's father being discovered as an unidentified "dead wanderer." Having lost his job, his family, and everything else, the father embarks on a carefree road trip with his beloved dog, Happy. Running out of money and gas, the grassland becomes his final resting place.

Happy's innocence is heartbreaking, but the father's support for his dog until the very end is also deeply moving. The tagline for the film is, "I believe there is hope beyond the bounds of hope." While a heartbreaking end can often leave one feeling depressed, author Murakami says that Happy and his father were by no means unhappy. What kind of happiness did the two feel? This is a deeply moving story that will have you searching for answers as you read.

This story was serialized in Manga Action (Futabasha).

My beloved Muco

This is a manga series by Takayuki Mizushina that has been serialized for 10 years and has also been broadcast on television.

The story is complete in 17 volumes. It is a heartwarming and heartwarming story that depicts the daily life of Komatsu, a glass workshop owner in a forest rich in nature, and his beloved dog, Mooko.

Mooko, who adores Komatsu, dreams that "Komatsu will one day become a dog and we'll go for walks together, find each other's tails, and run around in circles." Despite not being able to communicate with him, Mooko's love for his owner, his innocent and silly behavior, is sure to draw laughs.

The meticulous art style, reminiscent of a comedy anime, is also entertaining! Rumor has it that Komatsu and Muko are actually based on real people. Be sure to check out the "My Dear Muko Anime Official Website."

The series was serialized in the young adult magazine "Evening."

Summary

What do you think of our top five bestselling comics featuring dogs and cats? Just reading the synopsis will draw you in.

Each of the hit manga we've introduced this time is entertaining and moving in its own way. You'll empathize and laugh, and empathize and cry. It's a reminder that the touching stories that dogs and cats bring us are not just found in the world of comics, but are already happening in our daily lives.

Reading popular dog and cat manga will help you reaffirm that spending time with your pet is even more precious and precious. Watching movies and anime adaptations will immerse you in a world that's completely different from the comics. Be sure to find your favorite!