The Chinese Zodiac is based on a twelve year cycle -- each year is represented by an animal. Traditional Chinese beliefs are that a person's year of birth holds the key to their life-long character and well-being. Find the year you were born to determine your own sign.
BOAR
1911 * 1923 * 1935 * 1947 * 1959 * 1971 * 1983 * 2007
You are a splendid companion, an intellectual with a very strong need to set difficult goals and carry them out. You are sincere, tolerant, and honest but by expecting the same from others, you are incredibly naive. Your quest for material goods could be your downfall. The Boar would be best in the arts as an entertainer, or possibly a lawyer.
DOG
1910 * 1922 * 1934 * 1946 * 1958 * 1970 * 1982 * 1994 * 2006
The Dog will never let you down. Born under this sign you are honest, and faithful to those you love. You are plagued by constant worry, a sharp tongue, and a tendency to be a fault finder, however. You would make an excellent businesman, activist, teacher, or secret agent.
COCK
1921 * 1933 * 1945 * 1957 * 1969 * 1981 * 1993 * 2005
The Cock is a hard worker; shrewd and definite in decision making, often speaking his mind. Because of this, you tend to seem boastful to others. You are a dreamer, flashy dresser, and extravagant to an extreme. Born under this sign you should be happy as a restaurant owner, publicist, soldier, or world traveler.
MONKEY
1908 * 1920 * 1932 * 1944 * 1956 * 1968 * 1980 * 1992 * 2004
You are very intelligent and a very clever with. Because of your extraordinary nature and magnetic personality, you are always well-liked. The Monkey must guard against being an opportunist and distrustful of other people. Your sign promises success in any field you try.
GOAT
1907 * 1919 * 1931 * 1943 * 1955 * 1967 * 1979 * 1991 * 2003
Except for the knack of always getting off on the wrong foot with people, the Goat can be charming company. You are elegant and artistic but the first to complain about things. Put aside your pessimism and worry and try to be less dependent on material comforts. You would be best as an actor, gardener, or beachcomber.
HORSE
1918 * 1930 * 1942 * 1954 * 1966 * 1978 * 1990 * 2002
Your caacity for hard work is amazing. You are your own person - very independent. While intelligent and friendly, you have a strong streak of selfishness and sharp cunning and should guard against being egotistical. Your sign suggests success as an adventurer, scientist, poet, or politician.
RAT
1912 * 1924 * 1936 * 1948 * 1960 * 1972 * 1984 * 1996
You are imaginative, charming, and truly generous to the person you love. However, you have a tendency to be quick tempered and overly critical. You should be happy in sales or as a writer, critic, or publicist.
OX
1913 * 1925 * 1937 * 1949 * 1961 * 1973 * 1985 * 1997
Aa born leader, you inspire confidence. You are conservative, methodical, and good with your hands. Guard against being chauvinistic and demanding your own way. The Ox would be successful as a skilled surgeon, gener, or hair dresser.
TIGER
1914 * 1926 * 1938 * 1950 * 1962 * 1974 * 1986 * 1998
Youa re sensitive, emotional, and capable of great love. However, you have a tendency to get carried away and be stubborn. Your sign shows you would be excellent as a boss, explorer, race car driver, or matador.
RABBIT
1915 * 1927 * 1939 * 1951 * 1963 * 1975 * 1987 * 1999
You are the kind of person that people like to be around - affectionate, obliging, always pleasant. Being cautious and conservative, you are successful in business but would also make a good lawyer, diplomat, or actor.
DRAGON
1916 * 1928 * 1940 * 1952 * 1964 * 1976 * 1988 * 2000
Full of vitality and enthusiasm, the Dragon is a popular individual even with the reputation of being foolhardy and a "big mouth" at times. You are intelligent, gifted, and a perfectionist but these qualaities make you unduly demanding on others. You would do well as an artist, priest, or politician.
SNAKE
1917 * 1929 * 1941 * 1953 * 1965 * 1977 * 1989 * 2001
Rich in wisdom and charm, you are romantic and deep thinking and your intuition guedes you strongly. Avoid procrastination and your stingy attitude towards money. Keep your sense of humor about life. The Snake would be most content as a teacher, philosopher, writer, psychiatrist, and fortune teller.
