The Virgo Dog

Element: Earth
Modality: Mutable
Ruler: Mercury
Symbol: The Virgin
Healing Combo: Aries and Sagittarius

Most compatible with: Taurus, Capricorn, Scorpio, and Cancer

What a Virgo dog daydreams about: Neat, ordered rows of healthy dog food and a house that never has a spot of dirt.

Keywords: neat, meticulous, worry-wart tendencies, fastidious, healthy, minimalist, hermit-like, hard working

The Personality Snapshot:

• The Virgo dog needs a clean dog dish.
• The Virgo dog wants the vitamin supplements.
• The Virgo dog loves a minimalist environment to keep his mind uncluttered.
• The Virgo dog wants a simple life.
• The Virgo dog loves order and routine.
• The Virgo dog likes things pristine.
• The Virgo dog worries when things get chaotic.

In-Depth:

Mr. Clean:
Picky? Why, yes! Fussy? But of course!  Smart as a whip? You know it. The epitome of perfection in the canine species, the Virgo Dog Star reigns supreme of the clean and pristine.  You'll have to keep an eye on his nervous nature and worrywart tendencies, especially if the home lacks order or the owner lacks good hygiene. This dog loves ritual. Seriously, you'll have to set your alarm like you're in military boot camp for wake and walk and feeding times. Conscientious Virgo will keep you on track too. If you're the type that spends five minutes running around like mad looking for your keys or always goes out wearing different colored socks, you'll be reformed by this disciplined doggie. He doesn't miss a detail. If you forget about an important meeting, a Virgo will be sure to point it out on your calendar with his well-groomed paws.

Shhhhh! Silence is Golden:
Unlike his Mercury-ruled friend Gemini, who would bark nonstop all 365 days of the year if they could, you might be surprised to encounter such a thoughtful dog. A Virgo dog relishes their quiet time and solitude (as long as they know you are nearby). He thinks deeply and frequently, often trying to assimilate and organize their experience. A Virgo wants to know the meaning behind everything and will take things apart (as long as it doesn't make too much of a mess) to figure it all out. Don't be surprised if your Virgo pooch gets a furrowed furry brow from all of that analyzing and worrying. If he watches television with you, don't insult him with mindless sitcoms or trashy cable shows. He appreciates the news, thoughtful political commentary and artfully made documentaries. Remember, he has high standards in all arenas of life. Do not underestimate this pooch's brilliance.

How Much is That Doggie in the Habit?
You'll wonder if this dog wasn't intended to be a monk but was born into the wrong species. The Virgo Dog Star was born to serve his master and ultimately, the world. If he were human, he would be a nurse or a healer. A Virgo wants to be clean and healthy—and they want you to clean up your act, too. This Dog Star can inspire you to kick your bad habits and keep your house spic and span.  This puppy won't need as much obedience school or dog training as most dogs: he's born with an innate ability to avoid the uncouth behaviors typically associated with sloppier stars. Jumping up on people and ruining their white clothing with doggie paw prints?! No way. The thought of slobber and mud and matted hair makes him cringe. Being such a smarty-pants, however, he may be too intelligent to train with simple obedience school. He may shun anything inferior to his own superior manners. A Virgo can and will inspire you to be the model parent of perfect breeding to match his own unparalleled levels of perfection. Of course with his god-like unconditional love he'll forgive you for being merely human.

If the Virgo dog could talk, he or she would say:

Ewww … when was the last time you washed my dog bed?
Did you remember to blow out the candles before we left for the dog run? Turn off the lights? Unplug the curling iron? Lock the deadbolt lock?
Where are my doggie paw wipes?

What a Virgo Dog wants in an owner:

The Tao of Human:
I need someone who appreciates Zen-like minimalism—or a classic elegance in the home environment. Too much clutter makes me nervous. I will worry away hours planning better organizational strategies. You'll get extra doggie points if you're fanatical about your hygiene. "Cleanliness is next to Godliness" is my mantra. I just adore an owner who understands the importance of bathing a few times a day. Dirt, grime and germs can send me over the edge. I need a pristine place to call home. I need an owner who knows the value of spending a little extra for nutritious dog food. If you think Purina is going to fly, think again. I can sniff out an artificial ingredient from a mile away. I am fussy with a capital F!  Daily exercise is the most important of all: no flab for the fab, I say. You have to live up to my high standards. I'm no schlep of a mutt, mind you. Ne'er do well's need not apply. 

You Work Hard for the Money:
It makes me smile from ear to ear whenever I see you hard at work, honing your craft.  I love nothing more than someone who believes practice makes perfect. It gives me a sense of peacefulness and reassurance just knowing that you're attending to all of the details with so much love and care (especially when those details involve moi.) makes it feel like all is well and right in my doggie world.  When I see you getting better at your talents as a result of practice, I am so proud of you.  I also hope you will help me refine my skills like fetching, and catching and standing on two legs and spinning.  The  more time you take with me to help me perfect my talents will be so appreciated.  I love hard work and feeling like I am as close to perfect as possible.