OMG, this is by far the cutest thing I have ever read!

Dogland Rescue is an energetic, heartwarming, and beautifully illustrated comic that delivers far more charm and craftsmanship than most all-ages titles even attempt. Martin Lloyd has created a world that feels instantly inviting, filled with humour, tension, and genuine emotional beats that land without ever feeling heavy-handed.

The story follows Bruno Basset, a loyal and determined crime-fighting dog who becomes tangled in a rescue mission that quickly escalates into a larger mystery. What begins as a routine case turns into a high-stakes adventure involving missing puppers, shady villains, and a surprising conspiracy beneath the surface of Dogland. Bruno’s instincts, loyalty, and refusal to back down drive the entire narrative, making him not only lovable but legitimately heroic.

The writing is sharp and accessible, balancing humour with heartfelt moments. The dialogue is playful and quick without sacrificing clarity, and the pacing keeps younger readers hooked while providing enough substance and wit for adults to enjoy. It strikes that rare all-ages sweet spot where nothing feels simplified or watered down.

The artwork is genuinely stunning. Bright, expressive, and expertly composed, each panel adds depth to the story rather than simply illustrating it. Characters are emotive, the action sequences are fluid, and the environments are richly designed. It’s the kind of visual storytelling that makes you want to pause to take it all in.

This comic is funny, clever, warm, and—most importantly—built around dogs, which is an automatic win. I’ll be purchasing a physical copy when it releases, and I fully expect it to find a loyal audience (hoping there is more to the series also!). An outstanding title that deserves enthusiastic recommendation.

Dogland is a quaint valley along a winding river comprised of the village Ruffley inhabited by canines. St. Bernard’s Home is an orphanage for young pups owned by golden retrievers Woofert MacDuff and his wife. Summer at St. Bernard’s was peaceful and quiet, akin to Manet’s picnic painting. Weeks later villager Albert the bulldog observes barbed wire surrounding St. Bernard’s property and the MacDuffs haven’t been seen for quite a while. At that moment MacDuff has been chased into the river and shot. Albert rescues MacDuff from his boat and takes him to the pub to be cared for by fellow villagers. MacDuff was able to tell his tale of how an unsavory sheepdog named Smiler came to St. Bernard’s with the intent to provide a large donation. The MacDuffs invited Smiler and his cohort Slimey inside for tea and cakes when they were overtaken by gunpoint. Mrs. MacDuff and the orphan pups were held prisoners in the dungeon but MacDuff managed to escape. St. Bernard’s is now protected by curs (vicious guard dogs).

With Bruno Basset (think of a canine Sherlock Holmes wearing a trench coat and a penchant for “dognac”, aka canine cognac, lol) and Fred Baskerville (bloodhound) as lead investigators on the case, MacDuff with his canine companions and friend informant Broxter the badger plan to rescue his wife, the orphan pups and St. Bernard’s Home … all in between their doggie naps, of course.

This has got to be one of the most adorable and creative graphic novels I have read in a long time. Having been a dog owner since birth, I love dog stories. However, this canine graphic novel really leads the pack (pun, get it?) in entertainment. There are many dog-related terms and puns such as a crossword puzzle clue: Sadness from the sound of a fruit dog – melancholy! Besides the dognac mentioned previously, some other puns: Pucci handbag, Kennel No. 5 parfum, The Dogfather, Hairy Potter, etc. The story is topnotch and the illustrations and colors are beyond any words I can possibly describe. The anthropomorphism is perfect.