Year of the Dog - from Dwnn's Chinese Horoscope page

Overview:

Year of the Dog

General outlook for the Year of the Dog:

At first blush it might seem that there could be no greater indignity for a cat than to be born in the Year of the Dog. Relax. You won't find yourself barking and chasing your tail! In fact, the Year of the Dog could actually enhance your best character traits.

Guard against the future: save money rather than speculate and avoid risk-taking. The Dog's idealism is expressed in conservation, environmental, and philanthropic endeavors. The Dog is associated with property concerns so it is a good idea to look after your property and personal security.

Family life is the focus this year, and marriage during this time brings happiness and good fortune. Relationships made this year can be based on trust and deep devotion, primary character traits of the Dog.

Year of the Dog outlook for:

|Rat| |Ox| |Tiger| |Rabbit| |Dragon| |Snake| |Horse| |Ram| |Monkey| |Rooster| |Dog| |Pig|

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Rat

The Year of the Dog is not an auspicious year for the Rat, especially for relationships. There will be much tension and anxiety. It can be a very unsettling year, so try to accept the fact that you are likely to feel bewildered and out of sorts much of the time.
Full horoscope reading for Rat.
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Ox

This year offers considerable opportunity for the Ox. Although not everything will go the way you want it to, keep plodding along and you will find it very interesting. This is an excellent year to get out more. The Year of the Dog will have a pleasing outcome for you.
Full horoscope reading for Ox.
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Tiger

Try to control your impulsiveness and pushy ways, and this can be a very good year for you. Excellent prospects for romance. You will have many opportunities this year, but others may become jealous of your good fortune. A very satisfying year.
Full horoscope reading for Tiger.
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Rabbit

You can make steady progress this year with no major hurdles in work or romance. Make the most of your success this year. Don't let petty quarrels disrupt and spoil it. Keep going, and you'll be fine.
Full horoscope reading for Rabbit.
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Dragon

Keep a low profile this year for there will be many difficulties. Focus on doing what's best for others as well as for yourself. Hard work will be required, and you must develop patience. Money matters do well this year for the Dragon who does not act too hastily. There will be lots of romance (if you can control your flirty nature) and a happy home life.
Full horoscope reading for Dragon.
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Snake

There will be much activity and many opportunities in the Year of the Dog, so build in some relaxation for yourself so that your health doesn't suffer. Emotional affairs and travel are surrounded with good fortune this year. Time to bring forward some of your "back-burner" projects as well as confront new initiatives. Don't forget that being security-minded pays off.
Full horoscope reading for Snake.
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Horse

Face the year with optimism, but don't allow yourself to become complacent. Work, study, and plan sufficiently, and you will have rewards and recognition. New relationships, even a move to a new home can bring success this year.
Full horoscope reading for Horse.
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Ram

Dog years are difficult for the Ram, and your family life is likely to be particularly troubled. Remain calm, and many of the problems will resolve themselves. Don't forget to acknowledge your friends and supporters during this time.
Full horoscope reading for Ram.
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Monkey

This year is likely to be difficult and perplexing for you. Sometimes you might suffer distress, but remember that sometimes your behavior causes distress to others. Read fine print carefully and watch out for fraud and trickery. Just keep working, and don't let your spirits be dampened.
Full horoscope reading for Monkey.
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Rooster

You will experience mixed fortune this year. This is a time for hard work and avoidance of short-cuts. You are likely to have to travel more than you wish, but you should find happiness at work and in your home life. Be careful of other's feelings and be prepared to talk through problems in your relationships.
Full horoscope reading for Rooster.
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Dog

Your own year offers plenty of scope for making steady increases and for gathering the recognition you deserve. Your social life is varied and excellent, others listen to your ideas, and you can sit back and relax for a while.
Full horoscope reading for Dog.
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Pig

There are many difficulties early in the year, but conditions improve as the year progresses. Review your aims and objectives and make long-range plans. A good year to consider plans for marriage, moving, or starting a family.

Remember that strange events of this year won't have a negative effect on your long-term happiness.
Full horoscope reading for Pig.
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