The release of "Dogarama" sparked controversy and debate, particularly among feminist groups and law enforcement agencies. The film was seen as a representation of the exploitation of women in the adult film industry, and Lovelace's involvement was viewed as a prime example of this exploitation. In 1971, Lovelace testified before a U.S. Senate committee investigating the impact of pornography on society. During her testimony, she claimed that she had been coerced into appearing in "Dogarama" and other adult films, stating that she had been subjected to physical and emotional abuse.
as one defined by systemic abuse rather than consent. Her subsequent activism against the pornographic industry and testimony regarding exploitation marked a significant shift in her life, highlighting the contrast between her early adult film involvement and her later advocacy work. Further information on her life and advocacy is available in her autobiography linda lovelace dogarama 1969 checked