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Chinese Zodiac Sign of the Dog

Dog (gou)
Chinese Zodiac Sign of the Dog


Chinese Sign of the "Dog"


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

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.

Chinese Couple Animal Sign - compatibility chart
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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.

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

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.

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.

People who have this Chinese sign include:

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

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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