Dog Zodiac Sign
Loyal, courageous, and driven by a powerful sense of justice.
Years of the Dog include 2030, 2018, 2006, 1994, 1982, 1970, 1958, 1946, 1934. Dogs hold the 11th position in the twelve-year cycle. Dogs protect what matters. They are sincere, reliable, and quick to champion the underdog. Their intuition for right and wrong keeps them aligned with meaningful missions.
Dog Horoscope Forecasts
Most Recent Dog Year (2018 - Earth Dog)
2018 is a Earth Dog year with a yang pulse.
Career: Career & Ambition: Expect momentum whenever you collaborate or share ideas openly. Make space for skill upgrades and you will stand out during the busiest chapters of the year.
Wealth: Wealth & Opportunity: Budget mindfully in the first half of the year, then double down on investments that pass both your intuition and your research filters.
Relationships: Relationships & Community: Show up consistently for the people who value your heart. Action-oriented gestures will dissolve any lingering misunderstandings.
Health: Health & Vitality: Balance ambition with rest. Combine movement with calming rituals so your nervous system stays steady while you chase new horizons.
Lucky colours: Saffron, Olive, Sand
Upcoming Dog Year (2030 - Metal Dog)
2030 is a Metal Dog year with a yang pulse.
Career: Career & Ambition: Expect momentum whenever you collaborate or share ideas openly. Make space for skill upgrades and you will stand out during the busiest chapters of the year.
Wealth: Wealth & Opportunity: Budget mindfully in the first half of the year, then double down on investments that pass both your intuition and your research filters.
Relationships: Relationships & Community: Show up consistently for the people who value your heart. Action-oriented gestures will dissolve any lingering misunderstandings.
Health: Health & Vitality: Balance ambition with rest. Combine movement with calming rituals so your nervous system stays steady while you chase new horizons.
Lucky colours: Silver, Slate Blue, Pearl
Dog Lucky Items
These are the lucky items that bring Dogs luck.
Things that bring Dogs luck
- Lucky numbers: 3, 4, 9
- Lucky days: 7th Lunar Day, 28th Lunar Day
- Lucky colors: Green, Red, Purple
- Lucky flowers: Rose, Orchid, Cymbidium
- Lucky direction: East, Southeast
- Lucky months: 6th Lunar Month, 10th Lunar Month
Things to avoid
- Unlucky colors: Blue, White
- Unlucky numbers: 1, 6, 7
- Unlucky direction: South
- Unlucky months: 5th Lunar Month
Dog Love Compatibility
Best Matches
Trine Partners (三合)
Natural allies who share core values and energy. Powerful and harmonious connections.
- Dog + Tiger — Loyalty meets courage. Dog supports Tiger's brave endeavors. Tiger appreciates Dog's devotion. Noble and trustworthy alliance.
- Dog + Horse — Freedom and faithfulness balanced perfectly. Horse gives Dog space while Dog provides security. Harmonious and lasting bond.
Six Harmony (六合)
Perfect complementary match. Balances and completes each other beautifully.
- Dog + Rabbit — Natural protector and protected. Dog's loyalty provides safety Rabbit needs. Rabbit's gentleness softens Dog. Beautiful harmony.
Friendly Matches
Generally harmonious. These pairings can work well with mutual respect and understanding.
- Dog + Monkey — Dog grounds Monkey. Can work with understanding.
- Dog + Pig — Both kind-hearted. Pleasant and supportive.
- Dog + Rat — Both loyal. Can build solid foundation.
- Dog + Ox — Both honest and hardworking. Respect each other.
- Dog + Snake — Different but can appreciate each other's depth.
- Dog + Goat — Dog provides security. Goat appreciates protection.
- Dog + Dog — Loyal and understanding but may be too similar.
Challenging Matches
Harmful (六害)
Creates subtle tensions. Best to maintain respectful distance.
- Dog + Rooster — Rooster's pride irritates Dog. Dog's directness wounds Rooster. Creates awkward and tense interactions.
Conflict (六冲)
Direct opposition. Requires significant effort and compromise.
- Dog + Dragon — Fundamental opposition. Dog's cynicism deflates Dragon's dreams. Dragon's showiness bothers Dog's humility. Constant misunderstanding and friction.
Dog Personality Snapshot
General
Dogs value honesty, lasting friendships, and purposeful work. They can be cautious at first but fiercely devoted once trust is earned.
Men
Dog men are guardians with strong moral codes. They need consistency, appreciation, and space to recharge from social demands.
Women
Dog women are brave healers. They shoulder responsibility gracefully and expect respect before opening up fully.
Dog Element Combinations
Layer the five elements with the animal to understand how each sixty-year cycle expresses itself.
| Animal + Element | Key Traits |
|---|---|
| Wood Dog | Wood Dogs are compassionate team players who fight for fairness. |
| Fire Dog | Fire Dogs are bold advocates who refuse to back down from a cause they believe in. |
| Earth Dog | Earth Dogs are pragmatic counsellors, anchoring their communities with common sense. |
| Metal Dog | Metal Dogs are disciplined protectors with razor-sharp instincts. |
| Water Dog | Water Dogs are intuitive listeners who heal through presence and empathy. |
Dog Years & Elements
Each cycle starts on Chinese New Year in the Pacific/Kiritimati timezone (UTC+14) so the upcoming year becomes available the moment it begins anywhere on Earth.
| Year | Element & Polarity | Cycle Start | Cycle End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030 | Metal (Yang) | February 3, 2030 | January 22, 2031 |
| 2018 | Earth (Yang) | February 16, 2018 | February 4, 2019 |
| 2006 | Fire (Yang) | January 29, 2006 | February 17, 2007 |
| 1994 | Wood (Yang) | February 10, 1994 | January 30, 1995 |
| 1982 | Water (Yang) | January 25, 1982 | February 12, 1983 |
| 1970 | Metal (Yang) | February 6, 1970 | January 26, 1971 |
| 1958 | Earth (Yang) | February 18, 1958 | February 7, 1959 |
| 1946 | Fire (Yang) | February 2, 1946 | January 21, 1947 |
| 1934 | Wood (Yang) | February 14, 1934 | February 3, 1935 |