The Wise Old Soul
Your Capricorn dog seems to have been born middle aged, in the best possible way. Ruled by Saturn, this pup is patient, sensible and deeply dignified. They like to know the plan for the day, take their responsibilities very seriously and watch the antics of younger dogs with the calm air of a retired professor who has seen it all before.
Under all that dignity lives a dry sense of humor and a steady, loyal heart. A Capricorn dog shows love by being reliable: right beside you on every walk, waiting at the top of the stairs each night at bedtime. They are a constant in a busy world, and constants are rare treasures.
Five things that make your Capricorn dog tick
- Old soulEven as a puppy, a Capricorn watches first, then acts with quiet confidence.
- Summit seekerThe top step, the tallest cushion and the hill in the park are all prime lookouts.
- Hard workerGive them a job, like carrying the newspaper, and they take it very seriously.
- Schedule keeperWalk, yard patrol, nap, repeat. They know the timetable better than you do.
- Deadpan humorA flat look at the new squeaky toy. A perfectly timed sigh when the walk is pushed back.
How to love a Capricorn dog
- Keep a steady routine, since a reliable walk time means a great deal.
- Give them purposeful tasks, like carrying a toy home.
- Offer a comfy bed by a window where they can survey the street.
- Praise calmly and sincerely, because Capricorns value respect over fuss.
- Try steady hikes with a view at the top, at a comfortable pace.
Very Capricorn behavior
- Walks the yard perimeter every evening like a night watchman.
- Looks mildly disappointed when the puppy next door starts a game of chase.
- Waits on the top step each night until everyone is upstairs.
A late walk may earn a long, patient look that says you are behind schedule.
Best playmate signs
Earth signs Taurus and Virgo share the Capricorn love of a good routine. Water signs Scorpio and Pisces soften that serious side and remind a Capricorn to play.
And the Moon sign?
The Sun sign is the big personality. The Moon sign is what makes your dog feel safe. A Capricorn Sun can sit with any of the twelve Moons, and it changes the flavor a lot. Read about the Capricorn Moon, or find your pet’s.
Questions people ask
Are Capricorn dogs serious?
Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, so astrology pictures a calm, grown up sort of dog. Most still have a playful streak, and that dry humor is part of the charm.
Do Capricorn dogs like having a job?
Capricorn is the sign of work and achievement, so a dog who loves a task fits nicely. Simple jobs and calm praise suit most dogs of any sign.