Overall Forecast

For Dogs, 2008 will be defined by difficult beginnings that somehow turn into sweet endings. Negative stars abound in the Dog Palace this year, however, the auspicious Sky Relief Star ensures that all will end acceptably well. This year, be patient and persevere to make sure all things resolve properly. This experience will be valuable for Dogs, because through this, you will learn the importance of self-realization.

The first inauspicious star is the Blood Knife Star. This star denotes bodily harm and bleeding. Prevention would be wise, so try to avoid dangerous activities and high risk sports. In addition to this, you should go for a medical check up that includes a full blood test. Under extreme circumstances, you may even require surgery, so do all you can to avoid risky situations.

The second inauspicious star is the Suspended Guest Star. With this star in your palace, the traditional belief is that you should not attend funerals, visit people at the hospital, or put yourself in any place of death or sickness, because you yourself may fall ill.

The Solitary Star is  yet another negative star in your celestial path. This star denotes loneliness and estrangement. You may face difficulties in expressing your feelings or getting others to understand you. Relations with close friends and family will require more work than usual, and may become strained.

The Fu Chen or Float and Sink Star makes it inadvisable to play with water. Avoid water related activities, in particular, dangerous pursuits like sailing, diving, and white water rafting.

Even with the Sky Relief Star in your palace, the negative effects of all these inauspicious stars will be felt. You should keep a low profile and try to keep things peaceful with others around you. Accept the difficulties of this year, and spend the year in preparation for better times. This is the time for self-cultivation and self realization, spending more time with family and becoming more spiritual.

Career

Career Luck is good for the employed, because the Sky Relief Star signals that your superiors will aid you in settling issues and be generally helpful.

Employers will be busy solving problems for employees because the Suspended Guest Star attracts other people's issues. For the same reason, do not take on another person's role or post if you are not fully ready, because you will find that you have bitten more than you can chew.

This year, you will have to put your now to the grindstone and work extra hard. There is a small chance of promotion, which will turn out positively. Be patient and persevere, so that the mitigating effects of the Sky Relief Star can manifest.

Wealth

With a lack of positive Wealth Stars in your palace, you will have to work harder this year. There may be some trouble maintaining a healthy cash flow, so curb your expenses where possible. The Sky Relief Star is not a Wealth Star, but it does ameliorate the circumstances by solving problems - accordingly, your accounting hassles and other problems will be resolved satisfactorily. The Sky Relief Star will also relieve money problems and smoothen things out in the end, so there is no need to worry. Those who are in publishing, printing, or timber industries will do relatively well this year.

Relationship

The Solitary Star affects your ability to communicate and connect with others. This year, there will be many solitary moments for you, and some rude awakenings when it comes to other people. You feel inept, and lose trust in someone or something. Take these hard times as a trial, and remember that the Sky Relief Star will life these problems away if you persevere. For those who are married, the Sky Relief Star will help with existing long-term problems. However, it will not be helpful with other marriage problems. Emotionally, you will be affected by the Fou Chan Star, which can create love-hate relationships with the people around you.

Health

Older generation Dogs will have a rough year health-wise because of the Blood Knife Star and Suspended Guest Star. To deal with these inauspicious stars, adopt a more spiritual lifestyle and take up activities that strengthen your Qi, e.g., Yoga, Qi Gong, or Reiki. Always see a doctor at the signs of illness, and if you have a choice, do not opt for surgery this year.

Forecast for Rats born in Different Years

1922 (Water)

Manifold worries and mental instability are your main problem this year. Try to think of happy times and reflect on the good things you have. This is the time to count your blessings and tell your stories to the younger generations.

1934 (Wood)

This year, will be altogether happy. If you are running your own business, this is a good year for wealth accumulation. Investments will start to pay off. Besides this, you have many friends around you and relationships with others keep getting better and better.

1946 (Fire)

This is the time to talk less and do more. Gossips and hassles from work make it a troublesome time. Try not to travel if possible. Consolidate matters and stay at home more. You may be disappointed with old friends who do not respond when you call for help.

1958 (Earth)

A string of minor problems keep you busy this year. Changes at home, a move of premises and changes at work results in you feeling unsettled. Be patient, and things will work out fine.

1970 (Metal)

Career sees positive developments this year. You relate well with people and with a Nobleman Star in your celestial path, there are people around who are there to help. Be prepared for many battles ahead that will keep you busy - through all this, remember your ultimate goals. With focus, you stand to make a lot of money! Health-wise, some throat and chest problems are possible.

1982 (Water)

Loyalty and patience are called for this year. Be focused and faithful to your cause, and remember your loyalties in the face of work pressure, politics, and hassles. There will be detractors around, and people are ill-tempered. Be careful of documentation issues and be sure to scrutinize all documents thoroughly before putting your name down.

1994 (Wood)

If you are studying, this is your lucky year, because you will find it easy to learn. Although you have good Peach Blossom luck, it is best to concentrate on your studies first. Do not get involved in politics, as this will be a waste of time. Altogether a fine year for you.