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Irish Wolfhounds
The Dog
Ranking order : Eleventh
Hours ruled by the dog : 7 pm - 9 pm
Direction of sign : West - Northwest
Season and principal month : Autumn - October
Corresponds to Western sign : Libra
Lucky Gemstone: Diamond
Fixed Element : Metal
Stem : Positive
Greatest Affinity : Tiger, Horse
Greatest Enmity : Dragon
Dogs are born under the sign of idealism, and as a result they are loyal and caring, hating injustice. They can be somewhat headstrong, and patience is not one of their strong points. Brave by nature, they do not shy away from danger. If riled, dogs can be vicious in their counter-attack.
The dog is a complex person, and not easily categorized, and come in all shapes and sizes. They are strongly influenced by a sense of fairness and of equality, and are often found to be promoting social reform. Indeed, most dog people will seek out injustice and fight it with every means possible. Once a dog has adopted a cause no other animal sign can equal their stubborn determination to see it through at all costs. Equality, freedom and justice are what dogs fight for.
It is not easy to win a dog's trust, but once gained, it is something that you can rely on at all times. The dog's passions are strong: just as they will be loyal and faithful to those they trust, they are unforgiving to those who cross them. If abused, a dog will feel a deep grievance, and although it may not always show on the surface, be careful of what lies beneath the surface.
Stubborn, watchful and often defensive, dogs find it hard to understand the general indifference people have to the wrongs of the world. They are quick to point out this fault, and to criticize our lack of concern for the world's injustices.
Fear of not being thought to do their best frequently causes a dog to become anxious. A dog will often speak out of turn and appear cynical at times, often unaware that those around are doing their best.
The dog's main ambition is to please. The desire to please often leads the dog to periods of anxiety, worrying that they are not doing their best. What other people think is important to a dog, and this can also lead to anxiety, and they can become very pessimistic when things aren't going well. Dogs are often materially successful, and can make large sums of money; however, their cares for the world often means that their wealth does not bring happiness, which is brought about by personal relationships.