In Roman Mythology his equivalent is Mars. Ares‘ symbols include the sword, spear, shield, helmet, chariot, dog, boar, vulture, and flaming torch.
Regarding this, why is the dog a symbol of Ares?
One of the most usual symbol for Ares is his spear, a bull, a dog and his helmet. … They represent Ares with a dog and a bull because he is very nice, handsome guy when he see his love or a goddess he likes but when he go on a war, he is fearless and becomes a “man slaughter”.
Considering this, what are Ares characteristics?
Ares was overwhelming, violent, destructive, and insatiable in battle. Mortals regarded him as a man-slaughterer, but his valor and strength was needed in battle. He had an explosive temper, which usually resulted in humiliation from the other gods.