The 12 Zodiac Animals

People born in the Year of the Rat tend to be quick-witted, with a remarkable feel for reading a situation. They notice small changes before anyone else and hate to let a good chance slip by. Diligent and resourceful, they reliably hold their own wherever they land.

People born in the Year of the Ox tend to walk their own road steadily, almost the picture of diligence. They may not be flashy, but the grit to finish what they start, one step at a time, is a great asset. They often become the person others trust with the important things.

People born in the Year of the Tiger tend to stand out for courage and drive. When they believe something is right, they step up front and meet it head-on — that boldness is their charm. There's a leading energy about them that naturally puts them at the center of things.

People born in the Year of the Rabbit tend to be gentle and warm — the kind of company that puts a heart at ease. They read the mood carefully, and their consideration runs deep. Mild on the outside, they carry a neat, sturdy firmness within.

People born in the Year of the Dragon tend to draw eyes with big dreams and a strong presence. They don't settle for the ordinary; there's an ambition in them that always aims higher. Once their mind is set, the unstoppable energy they push forward with is the charm.

People born in the Year of the Snake tend to stand out for deep insight and a calm, quiet wisdom. Even without showing it, they are weighing many things within. Quiet on the surface, they carry out what they've set their mind to with neat precision.

People born in the Year of the Horse tend to be full of lively, free-moving energy. Rather than staying put, they run toward somewhere new — that momentum is the charm. Honest and bright, they light up the mood just by being there.

People born in the Year of the Goat (also called the Sheep) tend to be gentle and full of affection, giving the people around them a sense of ease. Rather than clash, they'd rather hold and soothe — that warmth runs deep. Soft as they look, they carry a delicate artistic sensibility that is firmly their own.

People born in the Year of the Monkey tend to be clever and quick with wit — the ones who liven up any room. A fast mind and skilled hands make them charmingly versatile. They adapt nimbly to change and solve problems with an almost playful ease.

People born in the Year of the Rooster tend to be diligent and meticulous, finishing what they're given cleanly. They keep track of things, keep time, and keep themselves tidy — a neatness that stands out. Disciplined in self-care, they also carry an eye for style and dignity.

People born in the Year of the Dog tend to be loyal and honest — steady company to have at your side. Once they trust someone, they give their whole heart to the end. With a strong sense of justice and a deep respect for responsibility, they're warm-hearted keepers of their word.

People born in the Year of the Pig (also called the Boar) tend to be openhearted and generous, with a warmth that puts people instantly at ease. They give without much calculation and trust people readily; that warmth is the charm. There's an optimistic, abundant energy about them that spreads warmth around.