Dog is the eleventh in the 12-year cycle of Chinese zodiac sign. The Years of the Dog include 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030, 2042...
Dog is man's good friend who can understand the human's spirit and obey its master, whether he is wealthy or not. The Chinese regard it as an auspicious animal. If a dog happens to come to a house, it symbolizes the coming of fortune. The invincible God Erlang in Chinese legend used a loyal wolfhound to help him capture monsters.
Lucky Signs for People Born in Dog Year
Lucky Numbers: 3, 4, 9
Lucky Colors: green, red, purple
Lucky Flowers: rose, oncidium, cymbidium orchids
Lucky Directions: east, southeast, south
Personality of the Dog
People born in the Year of the Dog are usually independent, sincere, loyal and decisive according to Chinese zodiac analysis. They are not afraid of difficulties in daily life. These shining characteristics make them have harmonious relationship with people around.
- Strengths
Valiant, loyal, responsible, clever, courageous, lively
- Weaknesses
Sensitive, conservative, stubborn, emotional
Love Compatibility of the Dog
- Best Matches: Rabbit
They are born to be a perfect match. Similar personality traits and common hobbies add much fun to their love relationship. They can understand each other and face difficulties with enough patience.
- Bad Matches: Dragon, Sheep, Rooster
Different sense of worth cause many conflicts in their daily life. Both of them are not willing to share inner true feelings. The lack of effective communication and trust won't bring a happy and relaxing marriage life.
Fortune in 2018
The year of 2018 is the Zodiac Year of Birth (Ben Ming Nian) for Dog people. In general, people with Chinese zodiac Dog sign will have a year full of challenges. Their career may face changes. The financial condition will be not as good as last year. Failed investments may lead to the unbalance of income and expenses. Most of them need to make great efforts and adapt for a long time. During the Year of Dog, they may suffer from sub-healthy body condition. Even though they feel exhausted because of the high pressure from work, they should balance well their health condition and career.
Which Type of 'Dog' Are You?
Combining the 12-zodiac cycle and the 5-element cycle, people show diverse traits and horoscope. See what kind of Dogs you are.
Types |
Years of Birth |
Personality Traits |
Wood Dog |
1934, 1994 |
Honest, reliable, considerate, having a strong feeling for justice. |
Fire Dog |
1946, 2006 |
Kind-hearted, cautious, working in a down-to-earth way. |
Earth Dog |
1958, 2018 |
Persistent, meticulously attentive, with good fortune in wealth. |
Metal Dog |
1910, 1970 |
Conservative, accommodating, strong sense of self-respect. |
Water Dog |
1922, 1982 |
Foresighted, responsible, but some self-centered. |
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