Misfortune ahead for Chinese New Year Dogs?

Chinese Year of the Dog: 2018 Not so Lucky Online Casino Pups!

So many of us look forward to being the center of attention when the Chinese New Year comes around. 2018, for example, is the Year of the Dog. Anyone born in a year that places them on the Dog position of the Chinese zodiac might be cheering, but should they?

If you aren’t too familiar with the legend of Shēngxiāo (the Chinese zodiac), you’re probably among the enthusiastic doggy masses. After all, the exact philosophy isn’t very prevalent throughout Canada. We assume it’s a good thing, because it sounds like a good thing. But that’s not actually how Shēngxiāo works.

In reality, if it’s your birth animal’s year, you may be headed for very rough seas ahead. 2018’s Year of the Dog actually bodes misfortune for its pups. These people are supposed to keep their heads down, take no unnecessary risks, and prepare for the worst.

Last year’s prominent Roosters were said to be the unluckiest of 2017. The year before that, Monkeys suffered the wrath of misfortune. If the Chinese legends are true, peace and prosperity only comes in the 11 years between your animal’s 12-month reign on the calendar.

Chinese New Year – Year of the Dog

Is this your year to fear? Well, that depends on the year you were born. The Year of the Dog befalls anyone born in:

1910
1922
1934
1946
1958
1970
1982
1994
2006
2018

If your birth year appears above, there is some good news. According to the Chinese calendar, 2018 will a short year, ending February 5, 2019. The Gregorian calendar and Chinese lunisolar calendar vary dramatically. So all you dogs will only have to endure 11-1/2 months of potential misfortune.

2018 Unlucky for Online Casino Pups

While 2018 may not be the luckiest for all you online casino pups out there, it doesn’t mean you have to stop playing altogether. After all, gambling is a form of entertainment. Enjoyed responsibly, there’s nothing wrong with spending a few bucks to have a good time. And there are ways to increase your luck, according to Chinese folklore.

Lucky Online Casino Tips for Dogs

Here’s a few tips to consider if you take to the virtual felt or spin the reels at your favorite gambling site in 2018.

Make sure to trade your ‘tidy whities’ for ‘steady reddies’! Dogs are said to have the best luck when wearing red. Underwear, socks and accessories seem to be quite popular. However, the item is supposed to be a gift, not something you purchased for yourself.
According to the Chinese zodiac, a Dog’s lucky numbers are 3, 4 and 9. You could place bets in increments of these numbers. Try playing them on the roulette wheel. Stick to slot machines with 3 reels or 9 paylines. In contrast, your unlucky numbers 1, 7 and 8, so stay away from those!
A Dogs lucky colors are said to be green, red and purple. Only play table games with green, red or purple felt. Bet on any color but black at the roulette table. And since your unluckiest colors are blue and brown, avoid slot machines where these colors dominate the theme.
For a lucky online casino experience, only play games between the hours of 7:00pm and 9:00pm. This two hour window constitutes your luckiest time of the day.