Dog Years and Elements
You're a Dog if you were born between these dates (Lunar New Year to the day before the next):
| Year | Element | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | Wood Dog | Feb 14, 1934 | Feb 3, 1935 |
| 1946 | Fire Dog | Feb 2, 1946 | Jan 21, 1947 |
| 1958 | Earth Dog | Feb 18, 1958 | Feb 7, 1959 |
| 1970 | Metal Dog | Feb 6, 1970 | Jan 26, 1971 |
| 1982 | Water Dog | Jan 25, 1982 | Feb 12, 1983 |
| 1994 | Wood Dog | Feb 10, 1994 | Jan 30, 1995 |
| 2006 | Fire Dog | Jan 29, 2006 | Feb 17, 2007 |
| 2018 | Earth Dog | Feb 16, 2018 | Feb 4, 2019 |
| 2030 | Metal Dog | Feb 3, 2030 | Jan 22, 2031 |
| 2042 | Water Dog | Jan 22, 2042 | Feb 9, 2043 |
Dog Personality
The Dog is faithful, fair and protective — a trusted friend with a strong moral compass.
Keywords: loyal, honest, protective.
Strengths
- Loyal
- Honest
- Responsible
Weaknesses
- Anxious
- Stubborn
- Critical
Dog in Love
Dogs are devoted partners who need trust and sincerity.
Dog Compatibility
Dog Careers
Good fields for the Dog: Law, social work, medicine, teaching and security.
Dog in 2027
Neutral to steady. 2027 is a steady year for you: progress comes through consistent effort, kindness and creativity — the Goat's gentle themes.
See the full 2027 Fire Goat forecast.
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Questions & Answers
What years are the Year of the Dog?
1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030, 2042 (check the Lunar New Year date if you were born in January or February).
Who is the Dog compatible with?
Tiger, Horse (trine) and Rabbit (secret friend).
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