"Manga Dogs" is a comedic manga series centered around Kanna Tezuka, a 15-year-old high school student and aspiring manga artist who has already achieved professional success with her debut work. Despite her early accomplishments, Kanna struggles with the pressures of maintaining her career and balancing her personal life. Her world takes a turn when she transfers to a new high school, only to discover that it specializes in nurturing young manga creators. The school is filled with eccentric students, each with their own unique artistic ambitions and quirks.

Among the standout characters are three boys who form a group called "Manga Dogs": Shota Fujiki, a cheerful and energetic boy who dreams of creating gag manga; Taro Saito, a serious and introspective artist focused on dramatic storytelling; and Eiji Usuta, a laid-back and somewhat lazy individual who prefers creating slice-of-life manga. Despite their contrasting personalities and artistic styles, the trio shares a deep passion for manga and often collaborates on projects, though their efforts are frequently derailed by comedic mishaps and misunderstandings.

Kanna’s interactions with the Manga Dogs and other classmates provide the foundation for the series’ humor and lighthearted tone. The narrative explores the challenges of creative work, such as meeting deadlines, overcoming artist’s block, and dealing with criticism, while also highlighting the camaraderie and rivalry among the students. The series frequently incorporates meta-humor, poking fun at the manga industry and the creative process itself, often breaking the fourth wall to comment on storytelling tropes and conventions.

Throughout the series, Kanna’s growth as an artist and individual is juxtaposed with the antics of the Manga Dogs, who serve as both foils and sources of inspiration. The dynamic between the characters drives much of the plot, with each chapter presenting new comedic scenarios, from failed collaborations to school festivals and competitions. The series balances its humor with moments of genuine insight into the struggles and joys of being a young creator, making it an engaging read for fans of manga and comedy alike.