Dog And Scissors [Season 1 Episode 1 to Episode 12]

Dog & Scissors: A Wild Ride of Absurdity and Charm

When Dog & Scissors first aired in 2013, it didn’t just walk into the anime scene—it sprinted in with a dachshund’s stubby legs and a pair of scissors. Produced by Gonzo and directed by Yukio Takahashi, this 12-episode series is a bizarre yet oddly endearing mix of comedy, mystery, and… well, a boy reincarnated as a dog.

The Premise: A Bookworm’s Afterlife

The story follows Kazuhito Harumi, a high schooler whose love for books—especially those by his favorite author, Shinobu Akiyama—borders on obsession. His life takes a sharp turn when he’s shot during a café robbery while trying to protect a stranger. But death isn’t the end for Kazuhito. Thanks to his undying desire to read Akiyama’s unpublished final work, he’s reborn as a long-haired dachshund. And if that wasn’t weird enough, he’s now the pet of Kirihime Natsuno, a sadistic novelist who wields scissors like a weapon and happens to be his idol’s pen name.

From the get-go, Dog & Scissors throws logic out the window and embraces its absurdity. The first episode sets the tone: fast-paced, chaotic, and unapologetically ridiculous.

What Fans Are Saying

The anime community has mixed feelings about this one. On MyAnimeList, some viewers called it “mainstream mid,” while others defended its unique charm. One user noted, “I really enjoyed Dog and Scissors. This… seems less good.” Another pointed out the ecchi elements, saying, “I just feel like I’ve already seen this before, I guess this will have an ecchi angle?”

And they’re not wrong—Dog & Scissors does lean into fan service and generic anime humor at times. But what sets it apart is its self-awareness. The show doesn’t take itself seriously, and neither should you.

The Good, the Bad, and the WTF Moments

The Good:
– Kirihime Natsuno steals the show. Her violent, scissor-wielding antics and twisted personality make her a standout character.
– The premise is undeniably creative. A bookworm turned dog? Sign me up.
– The humor, while hit-or-miss, has its moments. If you enjoy over-the-top absurdity, you’ll find plenty to laugh at.

The Bad:
– The ecchi content feels forced at times, detracting from the story.
– Some jokes fall flat, relying too much on anime tropes.
– The plot can feel disjointed, especially in later episodes.

The WTF:
– Kazuhito’s internal monologues as a dog are both hilarious and unsettling.
– The random musical numbers. Yes, there are musical numbers.

Final Verdict: Love It or Hate It

Dog & Scissors isn’t for everyone. If you’re looking for deep storytelling or groundbreaking animation, you won’t find it here. But if you’re in the mood for something completely off-the-wall—a show that doesn’t care about making sense—then give it a shot.

As one fan put it, “If you don’t like it after the first episode, don’t bother continuing. It doesn’t get better from there.” But if the first episode hooks you, you’re in for a wild, scissors-wielding ride.

Rating: 3.5/5 – Flawed but fun.

Now, excuse me while I go rewatch that scene where Kirihime threatens a guy with scissors… for the fifth time.