Caring, unselfish and altruistic, the Dog is one of life's givers. The Dog person always has a kind word to say, an encouraging remark to offer and reassuring smile. Dogs make time for other people, listening to their problems, providing a shoulder for them to cry on, lending them support and finding some wise counsel from that seemingly bottomless well of common sense philosophy that they possess. Their detractors on the other hand, might say that they are just nosey, following people around and giving advice when it wasn't asked for. People rarely notice that their Dog friend knows more about them than they know about the Dog. The Dog doesn't like to reveal his or her own problems and tends to be a bit of worrier in private.

Years of the Dog

Tenth in the cycle, Dog years follow on from the Rooster and recur every twelfth year thereafter.

1910 1922 1934 1946 1958

 1970 1982 1993 2006 2018

People born in the Year of Dog share specific characteristics that are common to all other Dogs. To say that someone is a Rooster is simply a shorthand way of describing that individual's personality.

Reliability :: Devotion 

 Perseverance  :: Honesty Unselfishness ::  Cynicism Resourcefulness :: Anxiety

 Introversion ::  Nosiness  Pessimism :: Cantankerousness

BASIC CHARACTER

There are times when , because they think they know best, Dogs can be somewhat high-handed, marching in and taking over a situation without waiting to be asked, and twice as forcefully as anyone expected. But such occasions are rare and it's more often that the Dog's generosity of spirit and genuine concern shine through in every action. For as far as the Dog type is concerned, it is always people that count. Money, power, prestige - none of these things matter to the Dog. For these people, their family and loved ones constitute all the treasure they need and they have a widespread - and genuine - concern for others.

Dog people specialize. They won't be seen wasting their energy by following each new scent that greets them and wasting their time on one new thing after another. Once they have chosen a hobby or interest, they stick to it. And they tend to be the same with work - sticking purposefully to their chosen career. It is just as well for them to choose carefully. They need the incitement of knowing that what they are doing is worthwhile and they may show a slightly lazy streak if they are not motivated enough. Dogs are disarmingly honest, highly principled and morally upright and those who come to know Dogs soon learn  to respect their great integrity and to value their warm and faithful friendship.

Metal Dog

Year: 1910 &  1970  

Uncompromisingly scrupulous and with extremely high standards, Metal Dogs have a serious outlook on life. Fiercely loyal and faithful, once they have shown their allegiance to a person, party or cause, there is very little that will persuade them to retract. These Dogs have firm confidence in themselves and in the importance of their chosen cause. They are forthright and not afraid to speak their minds and will back their causes loyally and consistently in word and deed. With the unbending influence of the Metal element, this type of Dogs tends to want to have a plan and to feel a little anxious if the plan seems to be going wrong. Sometimes it would help them to lighten up a little and not to take things quite so seriously.

Water Dog

Year: 1922 & 1982

The Water Dog's keen insight, quite contemplative nature, and powerful psychological penetration make it easy for Water Dogs to appreciate other people's points of view. They are more flexible and easygoing than some of the other Dog people because of the Water influence, but they can also be in need of more control. Their easygoing nature may encourage them to be incautious with money and perhaps be a little less loyal and reliable than the majority of Dogs. However the Water Dog's friendliness and warmth, tolerance and understanding guarantee that these Dogs will never be short of friends and they are sure to be among the most popular of people with friends and colleagues alike.

Wood Dog

Year: 1934 & 1994

Fire Dog

Year: 1946 & 2006

Fire Dogs make born leaders. This element imparts dynamism, energy, enthusiasm, independence, a strong streak of adventurousness and tons of charm with a  charismatic personality. An outgoing disposition and creative mentality ensure the Fire Dog popularity and success. Fire Dogs are usually very attractive to people of both sexes and have great self-assurance. Nevertheless, they have the Dog person's sterling qualities of honesty, loyalty and reliability and they do not get carried away with their own success. With their adventurous spirits, Fire Dogs are less settled than others and may have a more volatile nature.

Earth Dog

Year: 1958 & 2018

Slow but sure, the solid Earth Dog is a wise and kindly character. The Earth element lends these people innate practicality and invaluable talent when it comes to giving advice and dealing with money. Honesty,, objectivity and impeccable integrity are the trademarks of Earth Dogs. They are good at influencing other people's opinions through their quietly persuasive manners and they always weigh the evidence, the Earth Dog will always dispense justice wisely and be thoroughly dependable when placed in positions of power.

There is an innate shyness about Dog people that can get in the way of making friends. Perhaps this is because Dogs need to know people well before they entrust them with their affections. Perhaps they are suspicious with a fear of being hurt and let down. For Dogs are sensitive and emotionally tender - they do not easily throw slights over their shoulders and consequently their wounds take a long time to heal.

Having found his or her soulmate, the Dog person makes a loyal and true companion. As a lover, Dogs are kind and gentle. Helpful and supportive, they care tenderly for those they love and are always anxious to please. They stick by their partner, sharing all the highs and lows of life, defending and protecting him or her if need be with every fiber of their being.

A Dog who is contented and loved is happy to plow his or her won furrow. Dogs are undemanding and have simple needs. Because they find change disturbing, even if they are unhappy in love, they are likely to stay put rather than cast off into the cold unknown. Honesty is the Dog's abiding principle, but harsh truths can do untold damage in a relationship and Dogs need to learn to deliver their criticisms with tact if they are to avoid being accused of possessing a caustic tongue.

The system of Chinese horoscopes is very specific about which Animals are compatible and which are antagonistic, and this tells us whether our relationship have the potential to be successful. Most people get on well with Dog folk and they make good partners with many of the other types. A bit on the serious side and rather down-to-earth, the Dog may find the flashy Rooster or the fiery Dragon tiresome and there will seldom be love lost between the two, while the Sheep will find the Dog unbending and bring out his or her bossiness.

Their general philosophical acceptance of human nature and the vagaries of life tend to give Dog people resilience and keep their health on an even keel. Because of this they seem to have a remarkable ability to absorb and withstand the buffeting of events that life throws at them. Being happy is the Dog's best protection against disease; otherwise, a tendency to feel deep-seated anxiety can bring out problems associated with the nervous system.

The Dog at Home

Dog-born individuals love their homes to be clean and well-organized and will spend hours dusting and polishing. But although it is neat and orderly, there is always a comfortable feel about the Dog person's environment. Deep sofas in attractive upholstery simply beg the welcome guest (and the Dog owner) to sit down and take it easy. Dog people go for good taste, so there is nothing showy about their house's interiors. Tradition is important to them and they are more likely to favor conservative styles and will choose solid wood in preference to plastic, wool carpets rather than synthetics, and antiques or traditional furniture instead of modern pieces.

Cheerful and willing, Dog people are thoughtful and helpful and whether at the top or bottom of the ladder, often take on extra responsibilities in order to lighten the loads of their colleagues. As a consequence, they are always popular and respected members of the workforce. In positions of responsibility the Dog is a good judge of people, possessing insight and intuition and so thoroughly honest and open that he or she inspires loyalty from the rest of the team.

All those who are born in the Year of Dog share not only similar talents and inherent skills but also the same kind of aims and ambitions in life.

Lawyer :: Judge :: Teacher :: Nurse 

 Police officer :: Scientist :: Doctor 

 Welfare worker :: Carer :: Surgeon

  Psychiatrist :: Psychologist :: Nun

 Councilor :: Politician :: Priest

Interior decorator :: Cleric :: Builder ::Gardener

Compatible Business Partners

Whether Monkey benefit from or constantly conflict with their business partners depends, as in all relationships on whether their Animal signs are harmonious or antagonistic to each other.

Compatible Friends

Although each individual person is unique, Chinese astrologers are very precise about which Animals have a general shared understanding and which have characters that are antagonistic to one another.

Best Friends -  Tiger & Horse

Secret Friend - Rabbit

Mortal Enemy - Dragon

Likes

Color Preference

• Pale yellow

Suitable Gifts

• Window box

• Rocking chair

• Puzzle

• Latest novel

• A massage session

• Silk flowers

• Lace tablecloth

• Red roses

Hobbies & Past Time

• Gardening

• Craftwork

• Sailing

• Cooking

• Dancing

• Flower arranging

Dislikes

• Injustice

• Letting the team down
• Hurting people's feeling
• Losing their temper