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Dog Style  
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Description
An entertaining romp from Modoru who has once again veered away from her dark side and visited the side of her humorous stories. Of course it's still rather twisted. A couple of high school delinquents discover that despite being from opposing sides, they have no objection to a bit of a sheet tumble with one another. Doggie-style refers more to how one of them is referred to as a dog by the other. Neither of these guys is an innocent, and it will be interesting to see where it goes.

The series was named after the doujinshi "Dog Style" (Slam Dunk) Modoru wrote in 1994.

Type
Manga

Related Series
N/A

Associated Names
ドッグ スタイル
狠狠爱

Groups Scanlating
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Latest Release(s)
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Status in Country of Origin
3 Volumes (Complete)

Completely Scanlated?
Yes

Anime Start/End Chapter
N/A

User Reviews
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Forum
1 topics, 3 posts
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User Rating
Average: 8.8 / 10.0 (581 votes)
Bayesian Average: 8.7 / 10.0
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Last Updated
April 28th 2013, 4:32am PST

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Genre
Comedy  Drama  School Life  Slice of Life  Yaoi 
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Recommendations
N/A

Author(s)
MOTONI Modoru

Artist(s)
MOTONI Modoru

Year
2005

Original Publisher
Biblos (2005)
Libre Shuppan (2007)

Serialized In (magazine)
Be x Boy GOLD

Licensed (in English)
Yes

English Publisher
Media Blasters (3 Volumes - Complete)

Activity Stats (vs. other series)
Weekly Pos #586 increased(+132)
Monthly Pos #1031 increased(+97)
3 Month Pos #1095 decreased(-27)
6 Month Pos #1061 increased(+68)

List Stats
On 233 reading lists
On 212 wish lists
On 1131 completed lists
On 23 unfinished lists
On 265 custom lists

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Volume 3 1428 days, 9 hours, 20 minutes ago

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 A Favorite   
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
by iyris
February 11th, 2013, 2:04am
The very first yaoi I gave the rate of 10. (Second was Not Equal by Ike Reibun) The art is really good and their expressions were well drawn (especially their happy faces). Very good narration and realistic emotions--given that they were delinquents. The pair was not too cheesy. It was practical and natural. The plot was simple but well-developed and well-delivered. I had fun reading it the first time. And I still had fun reading it the second time. smile
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 Real Gem!   
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
by ann03
January 6th, 2013, 3:01am
This was a real gem for me because of the scale of this piece, how the characters were able to move me and how I was drawn into the story!
I really loved it and would recommend it to everyone! It's a must read for a real yaoi fan!
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 Don't hesitate, just read it!   
Rating: 9.0 / 10.0
by PansyWansyLinsy
November 18th, 2012, 10:17pm
For only a length of three volumes, this series really does pack an emotional punch. I'm trying to put together a summary of what happens in this series, but to be honest, not a lot happens in terms of plot. Dog Style is primarily character-driven and the two main leads take you on an emotional roller coaster ride of ups and downs.

Dog Style is not your typical run-of-the-mill yaoi, heck it's not even your run of the mill anything. Motives, reasonings and feelings are often difficult to comprehend and sometimes suspect. The only consistency is the growing attraction between Miki and Chiaki. The pace is frenetic, much like some of the wild escapades and running gags in the story. Erotic, sometimes absurd, comedic and dramatic, this is one of those instances where the how - not the what - keeps you reading.

If you've read any other work by this same manga-ka, then it should be quite easy to jump into Dog Style. If you're like me however, and this was your first time reading Modoru Motoni, then it might take some minor adjusting to get used to her manner of writing and drawing. Don't let the art throw you off. I skimmed the first couple of pages and couldn't get past the strangeness of her style and almost put the series aside. I don't know why I continued reading, but it must have been the overwhelming positive reviews that decided me otherwise (for which I'm extremely grateful). Now that I've done a couple of re-reads and have gone through some of her other works, I've been completely converted. She is now one of my favorite manga artists.

I only had a couple of minor complaints with the series. I thought the running stray dog metaphor was a tad forced in places and despite having read an official English translated version of the series, I still found some of the conversations confusing. Based on some of the reviews I've read about her other works, Motoni is fond of using Japanese puns and wordplay, which probably accounts for some of the odd phrasing and nonsensical conversations. It's a shame there weren't a couple of pages of side notes explaining the meaning behind some of these translations.

I'm not sure how it is for others, but my enjoyment for reading something is increased by tenfold when I really like the main characters. There was something about Chiaki and Miki that made them magnetic and enthralling. They're two complex individuals with some heavy emotional baggage who only come together at first for the most superficial of reasons (sex). It's not even enjoyable for one of the individuals the first few times. While the sex may seem passionate at first, it becomes fairly obvious that the lack of a deeper connection makes it what it is - just sex. However, their love-making subtly becomes more involved and erotic (oh my, their kisses were nose-bleed worthy!) as their relationship evolves. They aren't perfect individuals, and depending on how much you buy into the story, you'll either like them or hate them. So take my advice and don't expect anything when you start reading.

There's probably more I say about Dog Style, but it's just one of those series you have to experience by actually reading it. It's the kind of story that grips you from the start and wrings you out by the end, but you're glad you stayed along for the ride.

... Last updated on December 6th, 2012, 1:04am
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 Good!   
Rating: 8.0 / 10.0
by mlat26
November 9th, 2012, 7:43pm
I remember reading this one twice. It's a good manga with a bit of a complex plot and characters with a lot of depth. They have a lot of problems and some past traumas which makes this manga realistic and a bit dark.

It's not all fluff and pure love, there's some comedy, but there's also some darker and more serious subjects on it.

kevs926 Condoms are VERY important in the life of a sexually active individual. They will save you from a lot of things and keep you out of trouble most of the time. So I recommend reading up on what they are and how they work wink
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 disgusting   
Rating: 1.0 / 10.0
by kevs926
October 11th, 2012, 7:07am
one of the worst manga ive seen. nuff said

there's even condoms, what the F is that for??

i have never seen something so abominable as this one. The last one i recall was that Euphoria episode 2

... Last updated on October 11th, 2012, 7:54am
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 overwhelming dialogues, touching relationships and naive characters   
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
by tekiteki
August 1st, 2012, 5:35pm
I don't really understand, why I'm giving it 10/10. While reading it, I had been often confused by the translation, I couldn't keep up with the dialogues (I don't really know, is it a translation or Motoni Modoru herself). But there is something about the plot and the characters and their confusing dialogues.Overwhelming, touching and naive). Oh my.. I want to reread it! I suppose, it's just something emotionally close to me. For me, it has a similar feeling as "Let Dai".
After reading some of her works, I came to think that Motoni Modoru is very talanted ^^.
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 Cut off the very end-- and it's brilliant   
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by Pebble_
May 31st, 2012, 6:11pm
Extremely good yaoi, profound, enticing, moving, with very 'real' characters and emotions.
Just get rid of the very end, where the author unfortunately added some useless incoherent fake drama, and you get one of the best series of the genre.

... Last updated on May 31st, 2012, 6:13pm
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 just finished reading   
Rating: N/A
by freakazoid
April 18th, 2012, 12:43pm
i love this manga i thought the way the relationship played out was executed well
there was actual development the characters had a history and friends which made them much more 3 dimentionsal
i just wish it was a bit longer - personally i could have read a bit more but it prob did end in the right place.
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 Breath Taking   
Rating: 9.0 / 10.0
by cherrykookie
February 6th, 2012, 1:01am
Initially i was hesitant upon reading this manga. It seemed boring and the drawing style was more seinen. However after reading further, it evidently improved, with the main characters' relationship developing deeper. The manga focuses chiefly on the two main characters and although there are many side characters, they are quite static. Teru and Miki out stand them, claiming the spotlight with their special bond. I loved the concept of the characters being like stray dogs, always on the run.. it was very refreshing and nice (especially the end) I'm real glad that i didn't stop reading this.

... Last updated on February 6th, 2012, 1:03am
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 This is a must read yaoi title!   
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by soybean710
February 4th, 2012, 5:57pm
This yaoi was simply beautiful. It really works at the heart strings. The two main characters are believable and has many flaws but it is their flaws that make them that much more interesting! The sex was burning hot. This manga has a very well taught out plot and makes you want to continue reading and not put it down! The language they used made you believe they were real high school-ers and not perfect-every-day kids. The situations are possible also. Please, read this manga because it is worth every penny and every minute. The ending in this manga is the ultimate prize!
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