Dog is a straightforward and honest sign upholding justice. People of Dog sign are diligent, eager to learn knowledge, virtuous, sincere and as cool as cucumber. They usually come to front and win over the opposite sex with the unconditional loyalty. The honest Dogs are ready to defend the weak and helpless, listen and share the pain of others, and never put on an act. They are strong-willed, suit action to the word and consider the situation. But people born in the year of Dog can be confused, fragile, stubborn, indecisive and less independent.
狗 (Gǒu)
Xu (戌)
Yang
Earth (Tu)
Amitabha, The Buddha of Infinite Light
Northwest
East
Southeast
Things that will bring dog luck:
3, 4, 9
green, red, purple
east, southeast, south
rose, oncidium, cymbidium orchids
Diamond
Things that dog should avoid:
1, 6, 7
Blue, White, Golden
Southeast
Dog Years
Year
When
Stem-Branch
Element
Yin Yang
1934
Feb.14, 1934 – Feb.3, 1935
Jia Xu
Wood
Yang
1946
Feb.2, 1946 – Jan.21, 1947
Bing Xu
Fire
Yang
1958
Feb.18, 1958 – Feb.7, 1959
Wu Xu
Earth
Yang
1970
Feb.6, 1970 – Jan.26, 1971
Geng Xu
Metal
Yang
1982
Jan.25, 1982 – Feb.12, 1983
Ren Xu
Water
Yang
1994
Feb.10, 1994 – Jan.30, 1995
Jia Xu
Wood
Yang
2006
Jan.29, 2006 – Feb.17, 2007
Bing Xu
Fire
Yang
2018
Feb.16, 2018– Feb.4, 2019
Wu Xu
Earth
Yang
2030
Feb.3, 2030 – Jan.22, 2031
Geng Xu
Metal
Yang
Dog Love Compatibility
Inarticulate in expressing their feelings, Dog people prefer the long and lasting love. They are kind-hearted, traditional and conservative, and would not fall in love readily. But once they do, they will treat their loved ones wholeheartedly. They are too stubborn to consider from many aspects or think about the feelings of others, which can affect the relationship to some extent and even cause a failed marriage.
Best with: Rabbit
Worst with: Dragon, Goat, Rooster
Dog in 2019
Career: Come Down to Earth & Don't Take Shortcuts
Officials born in the year of the Dog should not take shortcuts or go after fast luck this year but come down to earth and be careful in offering help which may bring them trouble; a steady attitude towards everything will bring them some unexpected good luck. Businessmen born in the year of Dog will get many chances and opportunities and need to be prudent in investment, so as not to make a wrong judgment due to improper selection and suffer money losses; they'd better seek steady development in this year.
Wealth: Save and Cut Spending
Despite the good luck for wealth, Dogs tend to spend a lot, especially on the opposite sex. Therefore, they are suggested to save and cut down some unnecessary expenses. In particular, those married Dogs and those working for the government should watch out for the windfall, so as not to damage the reputation or invite trouble due to money.
Marriage: Select Properly & Keep Away from Illegal Love Affair
For the married people of Dog sign, love relationship can be eventful this year and they should not quarrel over trifles; it is of particular importance to keep the opposite sex at distance, or an illegal affair or one night stand would ruin their career and family! Single Dogs should be careful in starting a relationship, never draw a conclusion blindly but investigate from many aspects to avoid any possible deception.
Health: Care for the Elderly & Seek Medical Advice in Time
Pig belongs to water while Dog belongs to earth and the two elements are an inter-restriction group. In human body, water refers to kidney, blood and urinary system while earth represents spleen, stomach, abdomen, intestines and digestive system. Therefore, people of Dog sign should pay attention to their kidney and stomach health, care more about the elderly and kids and seek medical advice in time to nip in the bud.