Chinese Calendar

The Chinese Horoscope is made up of twelve different animals. It is believed that years ago the twelve animals were arguing about who was going to be first in the cycle. As they struggled to come to an agreement, the gods were asked to choose what order the animals came in. The gods decided to hold a competition: the order would be determined by how quickly the animals reached the other side of the river. The first animal across would be first in the cycle of years, the second would be second, and so on.

The first animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Rat. In the Western Horoscopes, the Rat Horoscope can be compared to Sagittarius. Some positive characteristics of the Rat are intelligence, charisma and a good work ethic. Some negative characteristics of the Rat are slyness, a desire to control and insecurity. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Hugh Grant.

The second animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Ox. In the Western Horoscopes, the Ox Horoscope can be compared to Capricorn. Some positive characteristics of the Ox are intelligence, patience and honesty. Some negative characteristics of the Ox are eccentricity, stubbornness and intolerance. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Charlie Chaplin.

The third animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Tiger. In the Western Horoscopes, the Tiger Horoscope can be compared to Aquarius. Some positive characteristics of the Tiger are courage, independence and natural leadership skills. Some negative characteristics of the Tiger are recklessness, aggression and selfishness. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Tom Cruise.

The fourth animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Rabbit. In the Western Horoscopes, the Rabbit Horoscope can be compared to Pisces. Some positive characteristics of the Rabbit are compassion, tactfulness and good hospitality. Some negative characteristics of the Rabbit are over-sensitiveness, an inability to make decisions easily and naivety. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Kate Winslet.

The fifth animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Dragon. In the Western Horoscopes, the Dragon Horoscope can be compared to Aries. Some positive characteristics of the Dragon are nobility, generosity and charisma. Some negative characteristics of the Dragon are ruthlessness, arrogance and intolerance. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Tom Jones.

The sixth animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Snake. In the Western Horoscopes, the Snake Horoscope can be compared to Taurus. Some positive characteristics of the Snake are intelligence, logic and creativity. Some negative characteristics of the Snake are possessiveness, jealousy and fussiness. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Pierce Brosnan.

The seventh animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Horse. In the Western Horoscopes, the Horse Horoscope can be compared to Gemini. Some positive characteristics of the Horse are enthusiasm, strength and independence. Some negative characteristics of the Horse are impatience, inconsistency and gullibility. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Sean Connery.

The eighth animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Sheep. In the Western Horoscopes, the Sheep Horoscope can be compared to Cancer. Some positive characteristics of the Sheep are creativity, generosity and obedience. Some negative characteristics of the Sheep are timidity, self-pity and indecisiveness. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Bill Gates.

The ninth animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Monkey. In the Western Horoscopes, the Monkey Horoscope can be compared to Leo. Some positive characteristics of the Monkey are inventiveness, good humour and reliability. Some negative characteristics of the Monkey are carelessness, restlessness and egocentricity. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Michael Douglas.

The tenth animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Rooster. In the Western Horoscopes, the Rooster Horoscope can be compared to Virgo. Some positive characteristics of the Rooster are good observation skills, loyalty and generosity. Some negative characteristics of the Rooster are materialism, selfishness and thinking they are superior to others. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Prince Philip.

The eleventh animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Dog. In the Western Horoscopes, the Dog Horoscope can be compared to Libra. Some positive characteristics of the Dog are loyalty, honesty and patience. Some negative characteristics of the Dog are nervousness, restlessness and pettiness. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Prince William.

The twelfth animal in the Chinese Horoscope is the Pig. In the Western Horoscopes, the Pig Horoscope can be compared to Scorpio. Some positive characteristics of the Pig are generosity, tolerance and hospitality. Some negative characteristics of the Pig are materialism, a naivety and hesitancy. A famous person born in the year of this animal is Elton John.