Hagiwara Shou, a young boy, lived happily with his father, a strong sailor, and his dog-fighter, Daichi, who aspires to become a Yokozuna. However, while trying to save his friends, his father was swept away by a storm and disappeared into the northern seas. Now without any family to call his own, Shou goes to live with Hatayama, who runs a boxing gym. There, he begins training hard in boxing with friends in similar circumstances...!? (Source: Shueisha, translated)

A giant demon bear named Akakabuto has taken over Futago pass. Shortly after, a silver, tiger-striped Akita pup named Gin is born and is trained as a bear-dog. Gin is brought to Riki (the leader of a large pack of dogs and Gin's father) to join the pack. Riki let's him join after proving his strenght and sends his platoons to all parts of Japan to recruit strong males to fight Akakabuto. Gin, the third generation of bear-dogs goes through many hardships for the purpose of stopping the terrifying bear, Akakabuto. (Source: Anime News Network) *Note: Chapter count reflects the original serialization in Weekly Shounen Jump. The chapters were later combined into 55 chapters for the tankōbon release.*

A wild dog named Weed happens to hear that he is the son of Gin, the great leader of Ohu, who lead the dogs of Ohu to victory in a fight against the monstrous bear Akakabuto. Weed wants to find his father no matter of what. On his search, Weed meets many friends and enemies. (Source: Anime News Network) *Note: Includes one extra chapter.*

Lassie, born in a petstore and sold to countless owners, has yet to find her true master. Lassie encounters a girl named Asuki one day and develops an unbreakable bond. However, she is sold again before Asuki can take her home. Subsequently, Lassie has many adventures in an attempt to be reunited.

After the defeat of Akakabuto, Gin and company travel Japan to console the families of the fallen soldiers. A collection of short stories that take place after the events in Ginga: Nagareboshi Gin. Stories included: 1-3.**Choumon no Tabi** (弔問の旅, Journey of Condolences); Business Jump 2009 No.8-10 4-5.**Kai no San Kyoudai** (甲斐の三兄弟,The Three Kai Brothers); Business Jump 2008-02, 03 6. **Lonely Run** (ロンリー・ロン, Lonely Run); Business Jump 2007 No.2-3 1 7. **Lonely Run** (ロンリー・ロン, Lonely Run); Business Jump 2007 No.2-3 2 8. **Karadaki no Tomon** (枯滝の十文, Tomon of the Dried Up Waterfall); Business Jump 2010 No.7-9 1 9. **Karadaki no Tomon** (枯滝の十文, Tomon of the Dried Up Waterfall); Business Jump 2010 No.7-9 2 10. **Karadaki no Tomon** (枯滝の十文, Tomon of the Dried Up Waterfall); Business Jump 2010 No.7-9 3 11. **Benizakura-hen** (紅桜編, Benizakura Compilation); Business Jump 2010 No. 15-19 1 12. **Benizakura-hen** (紅桜編, Benizakura Compilation); Business Jump 2010 No. 15-19 2 13. **Benizakura-hen** (紅桜編, Benizakura Compilation); Business Jump 2010 No. 15-19 3 14. **Benizakura-hen** (紅桜編, Benizakura Compilation); Business Jump 2010 No. 15-19 4 15. **Benizakura-hen** (紅桜編, Benizakura Compilation); Business Jump 2010 No. 15-19 5

Riki, the grandfather of Weed and father of Gin, was born a runt. He was fathered by Shiro and mothered by Yamabuki. Shiro's owner, Gohei, pays no attention to Riki when he comes to pick a pup from the litter. Instead, Riki is never rehomed and becomes close to his mother. Unfortunately, Yamabuki's true owner, who had been sick, was healthy enough to take her back. She didn't feel she could handle two dogs, and decided that he would not take Riki in. Riki severely missed his mother, and one day set out to meet her. On his way, he is attacked by a pack of dogs. Hopelessly outnumbered, Riki tries to escape and falls into a river. Waking up, he learns that his father, Shiro, has rescued him. Riki had never seen his father, but had known his name. Shiro, on the other hand, didn't know that Riki was his son and left before Riki could say anything. But, not before giving him a speech on being strong. Riki makes it his goal and constantly tries to get stronger. (Source: Wikipedia)

The story begins in Futago Pass, a paradise for dogs where peace reigned thanks to the Ouu Army's exploits. Orion, the pup of Ouu Army Commander Weed, spent peaceful days with his newborn siblings: his older brother Sirius, younger brother Rigel, and younger sister Bella. But fate would not grant Orion tranquility. Suddenly, a natural disaster struck the mountains of Ouu, shattering the paradise. Orion and his siblings were scattered far and wide! (Source: Nihon Bungeisha, translated)

This collection of short stories features a variety of tales about dogs, including the exploits of “Justice,” a vigilante group made up of pet dogs; the coming-of-age story of Ron, a timid family dog who sets out on a journey in search of freedom; the love and courage that Kenta, a bullied boy, learns from a stray puppy named Shion; and the author’s deep affection for his own wolfdog, Hanako! (Source: Nihon Bungeisha, translated) Stories included: 2. **Mel no Tabidachi** (メルの旅立ち, Mel's Trip); Manga Goraku Super Special Issue 3. **Lonely Ron** (ロンリーロン, Lonely Ron); Shounen Sunday Zoukan 1992-09, 10 4. **Lonely Ron** (ロンリーロン, Lonely Ron); Shounen Sunday Zoukan 1992-09, 10 5. **Shion no Kaze** (シオンの疾風, Strong Winds of Zion); Monthly Shounen Ace 1996-02, 03 6. **Shion no Kaze** (シオンの疾風, Strong Winds of Zion); Monthly Shounen Ace 1996-02, 03 7. **HANAKO** (HANKO); Weekly Manga Goraku

The story of Jiroumaru, an akita puppy who lives in a mountain hut with his siblings, mother, and two owners. When the puppies mother and owner die, the puppies take on the responsibility of looking after the little girl left behind, Anju.

Fang is the son of a white wolf and the German Shepherd, Asukari. When Fang was a puppy, the General’s men attacked his home, killed his mother and shot his right eye out. To get revenge, he and his human trained to become military soldiers and investigators. Even though they have assignments to do, they still try to find out who entered their home on the night Fang lost his mother. What they don’t know is that the boss of Fang’s owner is the very same man whom thy are searching for. After an close encounter with him during a mission, they both realize that he’s the villain. They hunt him for weeks and when they finally stand face to face with him, Fang jumps to kill him. He doesn’t succeed and the General is crawling wounded through the grass to find his gun and kill Fang. However, the General falls upon the gun and accidentally pulls the trigger. He dies instantly. Fang has finally gotten his revenge and can return to his life as a professional military dog. (Source: GingaSite.net)

Riki, Gin, Weed, and Orion. Among the Ou Army—a group of renowned strategists who have long upheld its enduring history and a gathering of the dog world’s fiercest warriors—stands Akame, the Iga ninja dog, a figure of extraordinary ability. His origins have long been shrouded in mystery. Now, his shocking past is finally revealed!!! (Source: Nihon Bungeisha, translated)

A spin-off story about the Kai brothers' puppyhood and their first meeting with Ben. *Note: Published in Business Jump 2008-02, 03*