998 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Dog
Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 998 is, plus Chinese New Year date, element, personality themes, and compatibility.
Chinese zodiac uses Chinese New Year boundaries. January and early February birthdays may belong to the previous zodiac year.
Quick Facts for 998
Zodiac sign
Dog
Chinese New Year date
late January or February
Five element
Earth
Cycle position
11 of 12
998 Year of the Dog Meaning
In Chinese astrology, 998 belongs to the Dog branch. People born on or after late January or February in 998 are usually counted as Dog.
If born before late January or February, the sign is usually Rooster.
Read the full Dog profileDog Compatibility
Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Dog:
- Best matches: Tiger, Horse
- Challenging matches: Dragon, Rooster
Other Dog Years
Years in the same 12-year cycle:
FAQ: 998 Chinese Zodiac
What Chinese zodiac is 998?
998 is the Year of the Dog.
What element is 998 in Chinese zodiac?
998 is a Earth Dog year in the sexagenary cycle.
How do I check January or February birthdays for 998?
Compare the birthday with late January or February. Before that date is usually Rooster year.