The Chinese Zodiac is a twelve year cycle. Each year is attributed to an animal that is said to best represent the year and people born on those years are said to have certain attributes associated with the animal. The Chinese believe that the year that one is born in is very important. It determines a person's personality, a person's physical and mental attributes, and their degree of happiness and success throughout life.

The Rat is ambitious yet honest. It seldom makes lasting friendships. It is most compatible with Dragons and Monkeys. It is least compatible with Horses.

The Ox is bright, patient, and inspiring. It can be happy by itself, but can also be a wonderful parent. It is most compatible with the Snake or .

The Tiger is aggressive, courageous, candid, and sensitive. It is most compatible with the Horse and Dog. It is least compatible with the Monkey.

The Rabbit is the luckiest of all the signs. It is talented and articulate. It is affectionate, but is shy and seeks peace throughout life. It is most compatible with a Sheep or Boar. It is least compatible with Cocks.

The Dragon is eccentric and leads a complex life. It has a very passionate nature and an abundance of health. It is most compatible with Monkeys and Rats. It is least compatible with Dogs.

The Snake is wise and intense with a tendency towards physical beauty. It is vain and high tempered. It is best compatible the and Ox. It is least compatible with the Boar.

The Horse is popular and attractive to the opposite sex. It is ostentatious and impatient. It needs people. It is most compatible with the Tiger or Dog. It is least compatible with the Rat.

The Sheep is elegant and creative. It is timid and prefers anonymity. It is most compatible with Boars and Rabbits. It is least compatitble with the Ox.

The Monkey is very intellegent and is able to influence people. It is an enthusiastic achiever and is easily discouraged or confused. It is most compatible with the Dragon or Rat. It is least compatible with the Rat.

The is a pioneer in spirit. It is devoted to work and the quest for knowledge. It is selfish and eccentric. It is most compatible with the Snake and Ox. It is least compatible with the Rabbit.

The Dog is loyal and honest. It works well with others. It is generous but often stubborn and selfish. It is most compatible with the Horse and the Tiger. It is least compatible with the Dragon.

The Boar is noble and chivalrous. Its friends are lifelong, but it is prone to marital strife. It is most compatible with the Rabbit and the Sheep. It is least compatible with other Boars.