Underdog - Recommendations

• Vol: 1; Ch: 4
• 2001

• Vol: 5; Ch: 39
• 2014 - 2015

Story of Akame's family origins dating back to the days when the conflict between Iga and Kouga started.

• Vol: 1+; Ch: 16+
• 2017 - ?

• Vol: 1; Ch: 6
• 2001

While hurrying to join Weed in Ohu, Mel is shown kindness by the house dog Jody. When Jody's masters are kidnapped, Mer decides to repay her kindness by helping them. Meanwhile a Great Dane called Ron escapes from his home to run free, but is soon sent running for shelter by a thunderstorm. He meets Bull, a Kai-Ken, and through their friendship learns courage if not for himself then at least for others. Elsewhere a little boy befriends a stray puppy and his mother, learning through them to be a stronger person.

• Vol: 30; Ch: 239
• 2009 - 2014

The adventures of the Ouu army continues, centered around Weed's children Sirius, Orion, Rigel, and Bellatrix, along with several other children of Ouu's veterans.

• Vol: 1; Ch: 6
• 2001

Riki is the son of Shiro, the strongest bearhound in Ohu. He was born the runt of his litter, the only red pup and much smaller than his siblings. Feeling sorry for him, his mother Yamabuki's owner decides to keep him, naming him Riki - a "big, strong" name. When Yamabuki's original owner asks for her dog back, Riki is unhappy with the forced seperation from his mother and runs away from home. He is rescued by Shiro, who encourages him to become stronger and stand up for himself. Moved by Shiro's words and his display of power, Riki returns to his owners, striving to get stronger. Over time he grows rapidly in size, becoming stronger and more powerful than ever, and Shiro proudly acknowledges Riki as his son.

• Vol: 2; Ch: 15
• 2009 - 2010

After the war against Akakabuto, Gin and his friends adventure to find the fallen soldiers' relatives to give their condolences.

• Vol: 6; Ch: 72
• 2001 - 2004

A comedy about a cute stray Shiba puppy.

• Vol: 2; Ch: 16
• 2000 - 2001

Lassie was born in a petstore and sold numerous times, but had not found his true master. Lassie helps a store employee named Asuki and finds the right match. However, he is sold again before Asuki can take her home. Subsequently, Lassie has many adventures trying to be reunited with Asuki.

• Vol: 60; Ch: 499
• 1999 - 2009

It is said that deep in the mountains of Ohu, in a place called Futago Pass, there exists a paradise for dogs. Fourteen years ago, the legendary Gin led many warriors against the evil bear Akakabuto and won; now, in the present, Gin's secret son, Weed, has just learned the news of his father's identity. Alongside companions such as the English Setter GB, young and lovable Mel and his late mother's friend, Uncle Smith, Weed sets forth to find his father; and along the way, he meets new friends and defeats powerful enemies alike!