1970 Chinese zodiac: year of the Metal Dog
1970 was the year of the Metal Dog in the Chinese zodiac. It began on 6 February 1970 and ended on 26 January 1971.
1970 is the year of the Metal Dog (Yang). The Chinese year of the Dog ran from 6 February 1970 to 26 January 1971, so anyone born between those dates is a Metal Dog. Babies born in 1970 before 6 February 1970 belong to the Earth Rooster of 1969.
1970 Metal Dog personality
People born in the year of the Dog are loyal, sincere and protective. Their strengths are fairness, reliability and devotion to people they love; their watch-outs are anxiety and pessimism.
The Metal element adds determination, strength and self-discipline, so the Metal Dog of 1970 combines the Dog's nature with metal qualities. Yang years are traditionally seen as outgoing and active.
Careers that suit the Dog: law, social work, healthcare, teaching, security.
Born in January or February 1970?
The Chinese year does not start on 1 January. In 1970, Chinese New Year fell on 6 February 1970.
- Born 6 February 1970 or later in 1970: Metal Dog.
- Born 1 January – 5 February 1970: Earth Rooster (1969 sign).
Dog compatibility
| Match | Signs |
|---|---|
| Best (same triangle) | Tiger, Horse |
| Secret friend | Rabbit |
| Traditional clash | Dragon |
Other Dog years
1934, 1946, 1958, 1982, 1994, 2006. The Metal Dog itself returns in 2030.
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Frequently asked questions
What Chinese zodiac is 1970?
The Metal Dog, for births from 6 February 1970 to 26 January 1971.
What if I was born in January or early February 1970?
If you were born before 6 February 1970, your sign is the Earth Rooster of 1969, because the Chinese year had not yet changed.
What element is 1970 in the Chinese zodiac?
Metal (Yang). Metal is linked with determination, strength and self-discipline; its colour is white and gold.
Which signs are compatible with the Dog?
Best matches are the Tiger and Horse, plus the Rabbit as a "secret friend". The traditional clash is with the Dragon.
When is the next Metal Dog year?
2030. The same animal and element combination returns every 60 years.
How old is someone born in 1970 in 2026?
They turn 56 during 2026.
Source and method
Chinese New Year dates (China Standard Time) were cross-checked against two independent lunar-calendar tables and published listings. Animals and elements follow the traditional 60-year (sexagenary) cycle.