Chinese Zodiac Sign: Dog

Years: 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018

The Sign of Dog is the most likeable symbol in the Chinese Zodiac. Loyal, compatible, faithful and honest, Dogs have the most profound sense of duty. Dogs are sensitive to others and empathize with them. Dogs’ friends are most likely turn to Dogs for help in a crisis. Dogs, on the other hand, are always prepared to sacrifice their own desires and ambitions for the sake of others, especially for those they love. Dogs value the friendship as the most essential and important part of their lives. Dogs may suffer anxious and uncertainty in life, and feel defeat because lots of work are to be done.

People born in the Year of the Dog are honest, friendly, and faithful to those they love. They are brave, generous, stubborn, reliable, and rarely withdraw from a commitment. They are also cautious; though sometimes they could put themselves in a constant worry position. They have strong morals and ethics, and are often devoted to the welfare of others and support the people around them. Dogs are introvert and rarely show their feelings. They are determined individuals, who always try to master a new subject before they start, and always finish what they start. They are also good listeners and don’t like to gossip.

Strengthness

Dogs are honest, faithful, sincere, attentive, modest, devoted, dutiful, intelligent, and courageous. Their warmth, empathy and genuine makes them the best and most honorable companion on earth. They respect tradition and value honor. Being a good listener, and ready to help anytime win them lots of closed friends. They like to keep a well-organized home and get things done efficiently. Dogs are the least materialistic for they are unselfish individuals, but they spend money wisely for they prefer saving money to prepare for future expenses.

Weakness

The Dogs can also be judgmental, self-righteous, defensive and picky. They can be stubborn in the extreme, bad-tempered, and narrow-minded. Although Dogs are trustworthy, they may have trouble trusting others. They may find it difficult to adapt to changes. Dogs are idealistic. They have a tendency to become nervous and anxious since the pessimistic side of them makes them constantly worry about the natural and human disasters. They can benefit by learning to relax and not worrying about problems that have not been materialized yet.

People born in the Year of the Dog will do well as a businessman, activist, educator, social worker, counselor, doctor, police officer, scientist, interior designer, priest, nun, charity worker, nurse, Judge, or lawyer. Dogs are often seen as valuable employees, work well as a member of a team, and are also able to become an accessible leader.

The Best Love Match: Horse and Tiger

Dog and Horse: They will make a happy couple. Both respect each other and value loyalty highly.

Dog and Tiger: They have mutual respect to each other. When a balanced and harmonic relationship is established, they will adventure together to achieve a long term success.

Words of Caution: The Dog tends to have frequent conflicts with the Dragon. Both have strong and unyielding characters that happen to be hard to relate to each other. The Dragon is too proud to accept the Dog's caustic comments and critical approach. The righteous Dog will not give up and compromised.

Love Affairs

Person born in the year of the dog tends to have a tough time when it comes to romance. The Dog's insecure, worrisome, anxious, and critical nature may scare off their partners. However, when Dogs enter a relationship, they are generous, loyal, honest, and straightforward. And because of this, Dogs may find it more suitable to form a friendship first, and then develop it into a romance. Though Dogs may sometimes be too possessive and protective, they are generally open and trusting their mates.

Yin/Yang: YIN and YANG
Colors: Green, Red, Purple
Directions: East, Southeast, South