Love Is for the Dogs (2025)
Synopsis
A divorce lawyer Aiko and vet Kai bond over their dogs, while Korean conglomerate heir Seo-ha approaches Kai on a mission. Their paths collide in a love story about connection and growth sparked by their pets.
First Air Date: 2025-07-01
Last Air Date: 2025-09-02
Number of Seasons: 1
Number of Episodes: 10
Networks: TBS
Top Cast
- Kaya Kiyohara as Aiko Hanamura
- Ryo Narita as Kai Shirosaki
- Na In-woo as Wu Seo-ha
- Riku Hagiwara as Kosuke Watanabe
- Emma Miyazawa as Rumiko Yuge
- Kyoko Fukada as Yuuka Miyase
- Goro Kishitani as Keita Motosawa
- Takeshi Nadagi as Takashi Oshiro
- Kayo Noro as Michiru Sugimoto
- Riko Nagase as Kana Misugi
Seasons
Season 1 (2025)
No overview available for this season.
Episodes:
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Ep. 1: A Fated Encounter
A lawyer, Aiko, and a veterinarian, Kai, meet while walking their dogs, which are instantly drawn to each other. Meanwhile, a Korean chaebol heir, Seo-ha, arrives in Japan with a purpose.
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Ep. 2: A Strategic Date
Seo-ha claims Kai's dog is his, and Aiko, as a lawyer, tries to find a legal way for Kai to keep the dog. To gain her trust, Seo-ha takes Aiko on a date in Yokohama.
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Ep. 3: Love or Friendship?
Kai's dog is suddenly kidnapped. He suspects Seo-ha, who denies any involvement. Aiko reveals to Kai that they share a past connection involving a stray dog from their childhood.
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Ep. 4: Under One Roof
Kai reluctantly agrees to live with Seo-ha. At work, Aiko finds herself in a difficult position, forced to legally oppose Kai over the ownership of his dog due to her boss's decision.
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Ep. 5: Secrets of the Past
An old friend returns with a shocking offer for Kai, bringing back a dark past. Tasked to investigate Seo-ha, Aiko instead learns Kai's secrets.
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Ep. 6: The Sister's Arrival
Aiko's confession leaves Kai confused. A new rival emerges as Seo-ha’s sister arrives, confesses to Kai, and vets Seo-ha for the family succession.
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Ep. 7: An Honest Confession
Aiko is bewildered after Seo-ha confesses his feelings for her. Aiko's mother, who is consulting her about a divorce, invites both Kai and Seo-ha to dinner, leading to a tense meal.
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Ep. 8: After the Kiss
After Aiko's impulsive kiss with Kai, things are awkward. Seo-ha selflessly pushes them closer. As they finally discuss the kiss, a crisis hits Kai.
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Ep. 9: Broken Bonds
Guilt-ridden over Kai's crisis, Seo-ha flees to Korea and rejects their pleas. Aiko's subsequent attempt to uncover the truth backfires, putting her own career in jeopardy.
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Ep. 10: Three Hearts, One Path
Seo-ha returns with evidence, uniting the trio for a final battle. As he plans to propose to Aiko, Kai makes the heartbreaking choice to support his friend over his own feelings.
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