Dog (gou)
Chinese Zodiac Sign of the Dog
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Chinese Sign of the "Dog"
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Season and principle month : Fall - October
Corresponds to the Western sign : Libra
Fixed element : Metal (positive)
Yin/Yang : Yang
Ruler of the hours: 7pm to 9pm
Direction: West - Northwest
Positive Traits
Devoted, Resilient, Unselfish, Honest, Resourceful, Reliable
Negative Traits
Nosy, Cynical, Cantakerous, Pessimistic, Anxious, Introverted
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The following occupations best suit the Dog personality.
LAWYER ¤ ACTIVIST ¤ TEACHER ¤ SCIENTIST ¤ SECRET AGENT ¤ PRIEST ¤ PSYCHIATRIST ¤ CLERIC ¤ DOCTOR ¤ POLITICIAN |
The Dog Personality:
People born in the year of the dog are usually candid, honest, generous, righteous, studious and energetic, which makes it easy for them to attract the favor of the opposite sex.
The Year of the Dog : A year for reflection and to assess ones values. Although this year is one of great cynicism a sense of balance and tranquility will be upheld. The year of the Dog is a time to work toward peace.
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Animal Sign - compatibility chart
Your Chinese Animal Sign finds harmony with certain animal signs and clashes with others. Find out which is which by using this simple compatibility chart. |
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Your Fortune Cookie
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The dog is one of the 12-year cycle of animals which appear in the Chinese zodiac related to the Chinese calendar. According to Chinese folklore, each animal is associated with certain personality traits. People born in this year are loyal, honest, and trustworthy, but can also be stubborn and selfish. Dogs get along with Horses, Rabbits, and Tigers.
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Years of the Dog
1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030
People born in the Year of the Dog possess the best traits of human nature. They have a deep sense of loyalty, are honest, and inspire other peoples confidence because they know how to keep secrets. But Dog People are somewhat selfish, terribly stubborn, and eccentric. They care little for wealth, yet somehow always seem to have money. They can be cold emotionally and sometimes distant at parties. They can find fault with many things and are noted for their sharp tongues. Dog people make good leaders. They are compatible with those born in the Years of the Horse, Tiger, and Rabbit
Courtesy of the Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco
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Animal Signs and Chinese Elements
People under the sign of the Dog are born in the years (roughly): 1922 (water), 1934 (wood), 1946 (fire), 1958 (earth), 1970 (metal), 1982 (water), 1994 (wood), 2006 (fire). Each of these years are influenced by an element which in turn helps to refine the nature of the individuals personality.
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Chinese Elemental Qualities:
Metal - Most strong-willed, impatient, critical of others, and firm in their beliefs.
Water - Open to suggestions, more diplomatic, sometimes unrealistic and prone to rationalization.
Wood - Most creative, very logical and reasoning, less assertive and avoids conflict.
Fire - Most outgoing, tends to be a perfectionist, extremely critical of others, charismatic.
Earth - Most social, patient and stable, balanced and fair, bad temper if agitated.
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People who have this Chinese sign include:
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Jennifer Lopez, musician, actress and model
Ava Gardner, actress
George W. Bush, President of the United States
Bill Clinton, Former President of the United States
Claudia Schiffer, supermodel
George McGovern, former presidential candidate
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Andre Agassi, professional tennis player
David Bowie, British Rock and Roll Musician
Madonna, singer
Laura Bush, First Lady of the United States
Michael Jackson, singer
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