The Dog

The card

A dog stands facing outward, settled in its posture. It is the least aggressive animal in the deck.

Traditional meaning

Traditionally the Dog is a loyal friend, and someone who can be relied on.

How to read it

The Dog is "the person you can count on": a friend, a partner, the one who has supported you for a long time. It does not push events along; it tells you who is beside you. It also stands for loyalty itself — asked about fidelity, the Dog is a positive answer.

In context

Love

A trustworthy partner, or a relationship that grew out of friendship.

Work

A dependable colleague or a long-standing collaborator.

Timing

Constant; it does not indicate a particular time.

Common combinations

• The Dog + The Snake · Someone who looks like a friend but is not loyal
• The Dog + The Heart · Friendship turning into love
• The Dog + The Anchor · A long and steady bond
• The Dog + The Man · A dependable man
• The Dog + The Woman · A dependable woman
• The Dog + The Garden · A companion within your social circle
• The Dog + The Fox · A reliable colleague or collaborator
• The Dog + The Coffin · A friendship reaching its end
• The Dog + The Rider · News brought by a friend
• The Dog + The Cross · The one still there when it is hard