The Dog ranks the 11th among the animals of the Chinese zodiac. Years of the Dog include 2018, 2006, 1994, 1982, 1970, 1958, 1946...The next Dog year is 2030.
In Chinese culture, the Dog is highly regarded for its protective nature, strong sense of responsibility, and willingness to go above and beyond for loved ones. The zodiac sign Dog is a symbol of loyalty, companionship, and faithfulness.
People born in the Year of the Dog are often described as reliable, honest, and steadfast.
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Find Out if You Were Born in a Dog Year
The most relevant years of the Tiger include 2018, 2006, 1994, 1982, 1970, 1958, 1946...
If you were born in one of the above calendar years, your Chinese zodiac sign is probably the Dog, and in China you would be known as a Dog.
However, the Chinese zodiac year is usually said to start from Chinese New Year, which ranges from late January to mid-February. Therefore, if you were born in January or February in one of the above years, you might be a Dog, or possibly an Rooster.
Additionally, if you were born in January/February in one of the years immediately following those above (2019, 2007, 1995, 1983, etc.), then you may be a Dog or a Pig.
You can use our free Chinese zodiac sign calculator tool below to find your zodiac animal sign or see the table below.
| Dog Years | Date | Element |
|---|---|---|
| 1934 | February 14, 1934 – February 3, 1935 | Wood Dog |
| 1946 | February 2, 1946 – January 21, 1947 | Fire Dog |
| 1958 | February 18, 1958 – February 7, 1959 | Earth Dog |
| 1970 | February 6, 1970 – January 26, 1971 | Metal (Gold) Dog |
| 1982 | January 25, 1982 – February 12, 1983 | Water Dog |
| 1994 | February 10, 1994 – January 30, 1995 | Wood Dog |
| 2006 | January 29, 2006 – February 17, 2007 | Fire Dog |
| 2018 | February 16, 2018– February 4, 2019 | Earth Dog |
| 2030 | February 3, 2030 – January 22, 2031 | Gold Dog |
Dogs' Horoscope Predictions and Lucky Color for 2025
2025 is the Year of the Snake, and for you, being a Dog, there's not really a strong connection between your sign and the Snake. Overall, things should be pretty stable, but watch out for some fluctuations in your luck due to some negative influences. Don't take things lightly—keep an eye on how your fortunes develop!
- Career: Your career looks stable in 2025. With some lucky stars shining on you, you might find some helpful people popping up in your life. Your relationships with colleagues and leaders should improve, and if you've had any past conflicts with coworkers, you'll likely be able to resolve them. With the support of these lucky stars, you'll gain your boss's trust, so make sure to seize any opportunities that come your way. This could be a great chance for a turnaround!
- Wealth: When it comes to finances, you can expect stability in 2025. Your strong career will bring you good luck with money, and you might even get a promotion or a raise thanks to the recognition you'll receive. If you're in business, collaborating with other merchants could lead to some nice gains. For those of you working a regular job, keep pushing yourself to improve and plan for the future. Don't just settle; take action to avoid being left behind.
- Relationships: In terms of love, things should be quite stable for you this year. Thanks to some lucky influences, single Dogs might find their romantic prospects looking up, and you could meet someone special. Plus, older relatives might step in to help you find a match, speeding up your journey to finding love. If you're already in a relationship, things look good—your love life is vibrant, and it won't affect your bond with your partner.
- Health: Health-wise, though, you might face some challenges in 2025. Overall, it could be a bit unstable, and the presence of negative influences means you should be careful with your health. With a busy work schedule, remember to take care of yourself and enjoy life. Don't neglect your well-being for the sake of work!
Lucky color for 2025: silver, brown, and red
Read more about Dog Monthly Horoscope 2025
Dog's Personality
Dogs are usually loyal and honest, amiable and kind, cautious and prudent. Due to having a strong sense of loyalty and sincerity, Dogs will do everything for the person who they think is most important.
They are usually protective and caring, going to great lengths to ensure the safety and happiness of their loved ones.
Most Dogs may initially be cautious, but once trust is built, they can be warm and friendly. They are known for their reserved nature, usually preferring to stay in the background rather than seeking the spotlight.
As Dogs are not good at communication, it is difficult for them to convey their thoughts to others. Therefore, sometimes Dogs tend to leave others with the impression that they have a stubborn personality.
Wood, Fire, Earth, Gold, and Water Dogs
In Chinese element theory, each zodiac sign is associated with one of the five elements: Gold (Metal), Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth. For example, a Wood Dog comes once in a 60-year cycle.
It is theorized that a person's characteristics are decided by their birth year's zodiac animal sign and element. So there are five types of Dog, each with different characteristics.
| Element of Dog | Personality |
|---|---|
| Wood Dog | Sincere, reliable, considerate, understanding, and patient |
| Fire Dog | Intelligent, hardworking, and sincere |
| Earth Dog | Communicative, serious, and responsible in work |
| Gold Dog | Conservative, desirable, cautious, and always ready to help others |
| Water Dog | Brave and self-centered, even seemingly selfish; well-versed in dealing with financial issues |
Lucky Things for People Born in a Year of the Dog
Things that will bring Dogs luck:
- Lucky numbers: 3, 4, 9, and numbers containing them (like 34 and 49)
- Lucky colors: red, green, and purple
- Lucky flowers: rose, cymbidium orchids
- Lucky directions: east, south, and northeast
Things that Dogs should avoid:
- Unlucky colors: blue, white, gold
- Unlucky numbers: 1, 6, and 7
- Unlucky direction: southeast
Zodiac Dogs' Love Compatibility
See below for the compatibility of the Dog with other animals, and find out if the Dog is compatible with your sign or not.
Each animal sign has its unique characteristics. Love compatibility within the Chinese zodiac animals works on the principle that only those whose characteristics match have good compatibility. Those who don't match need to put more effort into their relationships.
- Best with: Tiger, Rabbit, Horse, or Monkey
- Worst with: Dragon or Goat
Want to know if she/he is compatible with you? Use our zodiac love compatibility calculator below. Or you can check the 12 Chinese zodiac signs' love compatibility in detail.
Best-Suited Careers for Dogs
Due to their loyal personality, Dogs tend to choose a career based on the principle of serving others. Dogs are seen as valuable employees as they put their heart and soul into their tasks.
They are easygoing and kind, and are always ready to alleviate the workload of others, which makes them very popular in their work circle.
Recommended careers for Dogs include: Police officer, Scientist, Counselor, Interior designer, Professor, Politician, Priest, Nurse, Clerk, and Judge.
Health Tips for Dogs
Overall, Dogs enjoy good health as they tend to be happy all the time. Dogs are active at sports so they are resilient to illnesses, such as colds, coughs, and fever.
In heavy work periods and frequent social activities, they should ensure they get plenty of rest in addition to taking proper exercise, which will benefit both their physical and mental health. Since Dogs are not keen on seeking money and power, they feel less stressed and tense at work and in their home lives.
How to Build Relationships with Dogs
They would rather suffer a loss than make trouble for others, and never go against their hearts to do something immoral.
When making close friends, Dogs will take some time to gain a thorough understanding of their friends, due to their traits of being conservative and cautious. Once they become close friends, Dogs will be faithful to maintain the relationship.
In love relationships, Dogs will not easily fall in love with someone. But once they do, they will be incredibly faithful to maintain the relationship and be loyal to their partner. However, their emotions have ups and downs when dealing with love relationships.
Famous Dog Year People
- Donald Trump: born on June 14, 1946, a Fire Dog
- Madonna: born on August 16, 1958, an Earth Dog
- Michael Jackson: born on August 29, 1958, an Earth Dog
- Justin Bieber, born on March 1, 1994, a Wood Dog