The Lives of People Born in the Year of the Dog in Five Categories
In the 60 combinations of the Chinese Zodiac cycle for the Dog, the combinations are “甲戌 (Jia Xu)”, “丙戌 (Bing Xu)”, “戊戌 (Wu Xu)”, “庚戌 (Geng Xu)”, and “壬戌 (Ren Xu)”. Their corresponding Five Elements are different: Jia is Wood, Bing is Fire, Wu is Earth, Geng is Metal, and Ren is Water. Thus:
- Those born in the Jia Xu year are “Wood Dogs”.
- Those born in the Bing Xu year are “Fire Dogs”.
- Those born in the Wu Xu year are “Earth Dogs”.
- Those born in the Geng Xu year are “Metal Dogs”.
- Those born in the Ren Xu year are “Water Dogs”.
(1) Life of the Wood Dog (Born in Jia Xu year – 1934, 1994)
Wood Dogs born in the Jia Xu year are modest and honest, knowledgeable, and largely sincere. If their birth chart has auspicious stars, they will encounter good luck and prosperity. If without such stars, they may have a good reputation but find it challenging to realize their ambitions and dreams. In their career, they may encounter obstacles, and relationships might be challenging. Female Wood Dogs can be strong-willed and may struggle to be a supportive partner. Wood Dogs have a strong sense of justice and are willing to help others, even at their own expense, which earns them others’ trust. They are dependable friends and colleagues, enduring hardships and, once committed to a goal, will persevere without regrets. They possess good understanding, are cautious, and are unwilling to remain idle, which sometimes leads to feelings of loneliness due to their inability to express themselves.
(2) Life of the Fire Dog (Born in Bing Xu year – 1946, 2006)
Fire Dogs are ambitious and full of energy. They dislike unfairness and are careful not to damage their beliefs and image. While they might lack humor and sometimes struggle between conservatism and innovation, they are diligent and can achieve satisfying results. They have strong leadership abilities, decisive in action, and command respect from others. Fire Dogs have innate talents and often push beyond their abilities relying on their intelligence. If they have auspicious stars in their birth chart, they can attain both wealth and reputation. Without such stars, they might pretend to be competent, gaining empty fame. This birth year tends to be more beneficial for females than males.
(3) Life of the Earth Dog (Born in Wu Xu year – 1958, 2018)
Earth Dogs born in the Wu Xu year think in the grand scheme of things and can prioritize the greater good over their own interests. If they have auspicious stars in their birth chart, they can become saviors during tumultuous times, leading to wealth and respect. Without such stars, they might face disputes and disasters when about to achieve big things. Earth Dogs are calm yet sometimes indecisive. They are rational and serious, giving an impression of being stern and lacking humor. They are compassionate and good caretakers of the weak. Earth Dogs are firm in their positions, valuing their integrity, and will seize opportunities bravely. They are conservative in their approach to work and can offer constructive ideas in public settings, displaying wisdom and versatility.
(4) Life of the Metal Dog (Born in Geng Xu year – 1910, 1970)
Metal Dogs born in the Geng Xu year are talented, compassionate, and love to collect items. If they have auspicious stars in their birth chart, they are prudent and systematic in their actions, leading to successful careers. Without such stars, they might face challenges in leadership and family harmony despite their talents. Metal Dogs are stubborn and prefer to have their own world, sometimes appearing rigid and facing interpersonal challenges. They persist in their beliefs, even in the face of failure. They believe in justice and wouldn’t harm others for personal gain. Once they find their life’s purpose, they dedicate themselves wholeheartedly. Metal Dogs are serious about relationships and value loyalty. They work hard for their families and prioritize having a dependable partner.
(5) Life of the Water Dog (Born in Ren Xu year – 1922, 1982)
Water Dogs are knowledgeable and diligent, earning trust from others. They despise injustice and are full of enthusiasm for their duties, often facing a moral dilemma when asked to perform dubious tasks by superiors. They might be too submissive, leading to exploitation by others. When they realize they’re being used, they can become heartbroken and lonely. Water Dogs, although hardworking, sometimes lack the ability to set clear goals. They are open-minded but conservative in actions. Their natural charm attracts the opposite sex. However, they lack assertiveness and can get lost in fantasies, gradually giving up on their ambitions. Water Dogs are laid-back and have a fondness for traveling, fantasizing about a nomadic lifestyle. They often find themselves being overly generous, which can be detrimental. If they have auspicious stars in their birth chart, they can enjoy comfort and abundance. Without such stars, they might have grand plans that remain unfulfilled.
