From the well-organised Pig to the playful Monkey, specialists imagine your Chinese language zodiac signal can affect your character.  

In contrast to Western astrology, every signal of the Chinese language zodiac ‘guidelines’ over a whole yr, bringing with it explicit vitality to all the things that happens over the subsequent 12 months. 

The 12 animals – the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, canine, pig – have an opportunity to ‘rule’ each 12 years, bringing with it explicit fortune for these born below that signal. 

Unlike Western astrology, each sign of the Chinese zodiac 'rules' over an entire year, bringing with it particular energy to everything that occurs over the next 12 months

In contrast to Western astrology, every signal of the Chinese language zodiac ‘guidelines’ over a whole yr, bringing with it explicit vitality to all the things that happens over the subsequent 12 months

Of their guide The Chinese language Zodiac: A Severely Foolish Information, Anita Mangan and Sarah Ford delve into the character traits of every star signal, providing insights as to how these have an effect on romantic connections and office ambitions. 

Right here, in an extract shared completely with FEMAIL, the authors clarify how particular qualities can fluctuate primarily based on the component (water, fireplace, earth and air) connected to a given beginning yr. 

However be warned, because the title suggests, it is significantly foolish and provides a mix of tongue-in-cheek recommendation and animal metaphors. 

Undecided which yr you fall into? Don’t be concerned, they break down all the things it’s worthwhile to know…  

What’s YOUR Chinese language zodiac signal?

In contrast to Western astrology, every signal of the Chinese language zodiac lasts for an entire yr and annually takes the identify of an animal whose traits color and affect all the things that occurs for the subsequent 12 months.

It’s price remembering that not like the Roman calendar new yr, the lunar new yr adjustments, though it often falls between January 21 and February 20.

Which means these born within the early a part of the calendar yr are literally assigned the Chinese language zodiac of the earlier yr. 

The Ox: 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021

The Tiger: 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010 

The Rabbit: 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011 

The Dragon: 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012 

The Snake: 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013 

The Horse: 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014 

The Sheep: 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015 

The Monkey: 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016 

The Rooster: 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017

The Canine: 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018

The Pig: 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019

The Rat: 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020

 

RAT

Are you a ruthless metal rat, or a fire rat who gets a bit feisty? It all depends on your birthday

Are you a ruthless metallic rat, or a fireplace rat who will get a bit feisty? All of it depends upon your birthday

Which rat are you? 

24 JAN 1936 – 10 FEB 1937 …………………. FIRE RAT

10 FEB 1948 – 28 JAN 1949 …………….. EARTH RAT

28 JAN 1960 – 14 FEB 1961 ………………METAL RAT

15 FEB 1972 – 2 FEB 1973 ………………..WATER RAT

2 FEB 1984 – 19 FEB 1985…………………WOOD RAT

19 FEB 1996 – 6 FEB 1997…………………… FIRE RAT

7 FEB 2008 – 25 JAN 2009…………….. EARTH RAT

25 JAN 2020 – 11 FEB 2021 ………………METAL RAT  

WOOD RAT… SERENE 

Everybody likes you, you might be calm, beneficiant and peaceloving, a-twitch with good humour. You’re employed arduous to offer a safe house with good carpets all through and to have good long-haul holidays. You might be super-competitive however imagine success must be earned and never simply grabbed, like a few of these different soiled rats may do. 

FIRE RAT… BIT FISTY 

You’re the Indiana Jones of the rat world, with a lust for all times and an unquenchable thirst for journey. Your warrior-like spirit is at all times in search of a trigger to battle, you might be positively extra of a fighter than a lover. That mentioned, you’re the most beneficiant of all the rats, usually donating to the meals financial institution and giving up your seat for pregnant women (fingers crossed they’re not simply fats). Not one to be tied down, you might be intrepid in your seek for the very best curry home on the town, at all times your takeaway of selection.

EARTH RAT… SORTED 

You want all the things in your life to be orderly; an excellent day is one spent making an attempt to find the underside of the laundry basket. You set your self lifelike objectives and purchase everybody a Christmas current by the top of November…and what a gift-giver you might be, at all times beneficiant and considerate. Watch out to not be too centered on what others suppose, two Instagram likes are higher than none. Your love of all issues candy can result in massive dentist payments. 

METAL RAT… THE RUTHLESS 

You might be no coachman, you might be Prince or Princess Charming, probably the most pleasant of all of the rats and really sociable too, however beneath that allure you might be as arduous as nails. Ruthless relating to getting what you need, you might be like a scorching cross rat and outspoken to those that don’t meet your exacting requirements (they in all probability had it coming). You retain a stunning house, straight from the pages of a shiny journal and have a strict ‘sneakers off on the door’ coverage. That mentioned, you’re the first to welcome in your loved ones and buddies.

WATER RAT… BIT OF A WUSS 

As a Water Ratty you favor to waft down stream than swim in opposition to the tide, you might be at all times calm within the face of adversity however is usually a scaredy rat at occasions. You greater than make up for this by being form and also you care deeply about custom…although ‘Bash the Rat’ isn’t considered one of your favourites…you could have a deep-set concern of the summer season fête season. That doesn’t imply that you’re unsociable, removed from it you like being with individuals.  

OX

The ox is responsible, practical and don't suffer fools gladly - so don't get in their way!

The ox is accountable, sensible and do not endure fools gladly – so do not get of their manner!

Which ox are you?  

11 FEB 1937 – 30 JAN 1938………………………. FIRE OX

29 JAN 1949 – 16 FEB 1950 ………………….EARTH OX

15 FEB 1961 – 4 FEB 1962 …………………….. METAL OX

3 FEB 1973 – 22 JAN 1974 …………………… WATER OX

20 FEB 1985 – 8 FEB 1986…………………… WOOD OX

7 FEB 1997 – 27 JAN 1998 ……………………….. FIRE OX

26 JAN 2009 – 13 FEB 2010…………………EARTH OX

12 FEB 2021 – 31 JAN 2022………………….. METAL OX

WOOD OX… HARD 

You’re a frontrunner, you’re a frontrunner! You might be good and accountable with a way of obligation to King and nation. Not one to indicate your feelings, if one thing upsets you then you’ll cry on the within like a grown up…although if pushed too arduous you may fly right into a rage and have been identified to kick over the odd potted plant. 

FIRE OX… HEADSTRONG 

You weren’t born yesterday and you don’t endure fools. If wanted, you’ll go headlong into battle for what you suppose is correct and any boundaries will simply be drop-kicked out of the way in which. You might be fairly materialistic and rely all of your cash on Mondays. You don’t like many individuals however are fairly keen on your loved ones, when they’re on their finest behaviour.

EARTH OX…THRIFTY

You’re a accountable particular person. Why waste cash on designer labels when you may look fairly cool and keep heat in a secondhand cashmere out of your native charity store? You might be additionally form and honest; you at all times ensure that everybody will get the identical variety of peas on their plate. Your consideration to element is second to none and your sluggish and regular perspective could effectively win you the race.

METAL OX…READY TO RUMBLE

You might be so energetic and busy that you simply typically neglect to eat and sleep…it’s simply rave repeat for you! You might be higher at spending than saving…you reside for the day. Outdated age and wet days can wait. You’re keen on a celebration and make the very best Mojito on the town, however watch out to not drink too many as you might be identified for doling out house truths.

WATER OX…HANDY

You might be Peter/Petra Sensible, you may flip your hand to most issues, however gained’t waste your time on trifles. You is usually a little bit of a grump however nonetheless acquire the respect of those that actually know you in your form coronary heart and skill to fart on demand. All you actually need from life is a comfortable armchair and the respect of your loved ones and buddies.

TIGER

Earth tigers are easily bored, while metal tigers enjoy living the high life. Which one are you?

Earth tigers are simply bored, whereas metallic tigers take pleasure in residing the excessive life. Which one are you? 

Which tiger are you? 

31 JAN 1938 – 18 FEB 1939 ……………. EARTH TIGER

17 FEB 1950 – 5 FEB 1951……………….METAL TIGER

5 FEB 1962 – 24 JAN 1963……………..WATER TIGER

23 JAN 1974 – 10 FEB 1975……………..WOOD TIGER

9 FEB 1986 – 28 JAN 1987………………….FIRE TIGER

28 JAN 1998 – 15 FEB 1999…………… EARTH TIGER

14 FEB 2010 – 2 FEB 2011 ………………METAL TIGER

1 FEB 2022 – 21 JAN 2023 …………….WATER TIGER

WOOD TIGER…A LAUGH A MINUTE 

Of all of the tigers you can be the one who has probably the most ‘likes’, you might be pleasant and good-natured, if somewhat needy. You at all times acknowledge others when in your morning structure, however they should be careful as the subsequent minute you might be prone to pounce out on them from behind a tree, at all times the joker. You might be Tigger-like along with your bouncy lust for all times, however are additionally simply distracted and need on the spot outcomes, so a thousand piece jigsaw just isn’t for you. 

FIRE TIGER…THE FIRST ON THE DANCE FLOOR 

You might be eccentric and clever, a pure born chief…the one most certainly to take cost of the kitty on a pub crawl. You’re a nice conversationalist, so are at all times on the visitor listing for features and infrequently the centre of consideration. Watch out to not let this go to your head as, while you’re good at getting your self out of tight spots, an enormous head might be problematic, particularly when shopping for a hat.  

EARTH TIGER…EASILY BORED 

You’re the final excessive achiever, at all times the instructor’s pet. Your energetic thoughts and tender coronary heart are a successful mixture, however you may turn into stressed and infrequently don’t do your share of family chores. You suppose you might be intelligent, however everybody is aware of that you simply cover in the bathroom (you might be simply too necessary to cope with such mundane stuff). 

METAL TIGER…LIVING THE HIGH LIFE 

Final energy is your principal focus in all features of your life and your willpower is known – they gained’t catch you along with your paw within the biscuit barrel. You’ve gotten your sights set a lot additional and can battle in your proper to social gathering. Your cup is most positively full, the truth is it brims over with positivity and Champagne, as you could have a style for the finer issues in life. 

WATER TIGER…FIRST OFF THE BLOCKS 

You had been the to start with your mates to move your driving take a look at. Cautious, calm and a fast learner, you might be destined to be behind the wheel. You by no means complain however you additionally don’t compromise. Your logic, work ethic, vitality and good socks imply that you’re at all times picked first for the hockey group.   

RABBIT 

Rabbits are generally hard-working, successful and good tempered, the authors explain

Rabbits are usually hard-working, profitable and good tempered, the authors clarify

Which rabbit are you? 

19 FEB 1939 – 7 FEB 1940……… EARTH RABBIT

6 FEB 1951 – 26 JAN 1952……… METAL RABBIT

25 JAN 1963 – 12 FEB 1964…… WATER RABBIT

11 FEB 1975 – 30 JAN 1976…….. WOOD RABBIT

29 JAN 1987 – 16 FEB 1988………..FIRE RABBIT

16 FEB 1999 – 4 FEB 2000 ……. EARTH RABBIT

3 FEB 2011 – 22 JAN 2012 …….. METAL RABBIT

22 JAN 2023 – 9 FEB 2024…… WATER RABBIT

WOOD RABBIT…SUPPORTIVE 

You’re a relaxed little jumper. Beneficiant, cosy, heat and peace-loving; Hygge is your center identify. You’re keen on scrambling round among the many bushes along with your mates getting muddy, or planting carrots at your local people backyard mission. Although you’re a intelligent bunny and intensely resourceful (you may at all times pull a rabbit out of a hat when wanted), you can even be a cussed little blighter and have a behavior of claiming the unsuitable factor. 

FIRE RABBIT…HOT STUFF

Stuffed with ardour, you might be one scorching bunny. Daring and bouncy, you search journey past the burrow. The very best communicator of all of the bunnies, you’re a good selection for finest man/chief bridesmaid, as your emotional speeches are famed all through the land, regardless of the dangerous jokes. You might be reliable, would by no means nick anybody else’s carrots or accomplice and you favor conspiracy to confrontation, so might be ninja-like relating to delivering chocolate eggs. 

EARTH RABBIT…DIGS DEEP 

In any other case referred to as the intelligent clogs bunny, you might be quiet and sensible…busy lining your personal burrow and shopping for pretty issues comparable to posh paw wash and classic rugs. Essentially the most materialistic of all of the rabbits, you might be hard-working and superb at balancing the books. You is usually a little cynical, however relating to good recommendation, you’re the go-to bunny. 

METAL RABBIT…HARD AS NAILS 

Passionate, decisive and typically a little bit of a brute, you’re the iron man/ lady of the rabbit world…others needn’t apply or certainly mess with you. Nobody places Steel Bunny within the nook, as you’ll come out combating. A little bit of an enigma, you may typically be discovered working below cowl of darkness, with crafty that may earn you a lot respect from fellow rabbits and in the end guarantee a lifetime of Riley. 

WATER RABBIT…EAU DE BUNNY 

You’re a smelly bunny with an aversion to showering, however you do love capturing different bunnies along with your water pistol. Regardless of this, you might be actually compassionate and probably the most likeable of all of the bunnies, at all times there with a serving to paw and able to share a carrot. You’ve gotten a pure aptitude for drama and might typically be present in an audition queue for the subsequent massive actuality TV present. You are inclined to dwell on the previous, simply let go of the truth that Earth Bunny collapsed your burrow manner again in 1996 while leaping round to hip hop tunes and check out to not enter into battle. 

DRAGON

Dragons might conjure image of someone hot and fiery but they can be calm and peace-loving

Dragons may conjure picture of somebody scorching and fiery however they are often calm and peace-loving

Which dragon are you? 

8 FEB 1940 – 26 JAN 1941 ………..METAL DRAGON

27 JAN 1952 – 13 FEB 1953 ……… WATER DRAGON

13 FEB 1964 – 1 FEB 1965 …………WOOD DRAGON

31 JAN 1976 – 17 FEB 1977 ………….. FIRE DRAGON

17 FEB 1988 – 5 FEB 1989…………EARTH DRAGON

5 FEB 2000 – 23 JAN 2001 ………METAL DRAGON

23 JAN 2012 – 9 FEB 2013………. WATER DRAGON

10 FEB 2024 – 28 JAN 2025……..WOOD DRAGON

WOOD DRAGON…POWER TO THE PEOPLE 

You’re a true revolutionary who desires to alter the world. Motivated, decided and clever, you might be nevertheless not at all times to be trusted…relating to the final Malteser within the field, you are inclined to suppose that it has your identify on it. You’ve gotten a sixth sense relating to enterprise and your generosity is aware of no bounds – at all times prepared to share your used tissue or give a sweaty handshake at a second’s discover. 

FIRE DRAGON…HUFF AND PUFF 

Your vitality and initiative will take you a great distance, however watch out to not put on your self out working too arduous, eight hours sleep an evening will assist type out minor break-outs and saggy eyelids. You might be responsible of not at all times fascinated about the results of your actions (farting within the workplace is rarely acceptable) and be careful for many who need to steal your thunder and your favorite highlighter pens. 

EARTH DRAGON…BIG SOFTY 

Success is your center identify. You might be heading straight to the highest of the Christmas tree, the fairy can simply transfer alongside. You might be fierce, but additionally kind-hearted and at all times diplomatic about your granny’s tacky quiche. You might be unlikely to put on fancy gown as you may’t stand anybody laughing at you, however within the bed room you’re a superhero. 

METAL DRAGON…HARD WORK 

You’re the most organized of the dragons – your stationery cabinet is known, all of your pencils are colour-coded and you like a pack of Publish-It notes. Some may think about you a bit obsessive (your love of all issues Barbra Streisand) and your sharp tongue has result in a lifetime of loneliness. That mentioned, you might be trustworthy and sort, so in the event you simply study to maintain your entice shut, you may discover love in the future. 

WATER DRAGON…WALLFLOWER 

You’re a little bit of an introvert and prefer to be non-public, you could have your finest concepts within the confines of your personal rest room. In truth, there’s nothing you discover extra annoying than having to face in line for a name of nature. You are usually a little bit of a individuals pleaser and will consider your self; it’s superb to take the largest slice typically. You’re a peaceable dragon and also you at all times have a white hanky in your again pocket to wave in case of emergencies. 

SNAKE

Quick-thinking snakes like to stay relevant and have a 'sixth sense' for business

Fast-thinking snakes like to remain related and have a ‘sixth sense’ for enterprise

Which snake are you? 

27 JAN 1941 – 14 FEB 1942 ……………. METAL SNAKE

14 FEB 1953 – 2 FEB 1954 ……………..WATER SNAKE

2 FEB 1965 – 20 JAN 1966 ……………. WOOD SNAKE

18 FEB 1977 – 6 FEB 1978…………………. FIRE SNAKE

6 FEB 1989 – 26 JAN 1990……………. EARTH SNAKE

24 JAN 2001 – 11 FEB 2002………….. METAL SNAKE

10 FEB 2013 – 30 JAN 2014…………..WATER SNAKE

29 JAN 2025 – 16 FEB 2026…………. WOOD SNAKE

WOOD SNAKE…STABLE 

Individuals are drawn to you want bees are to honey. It’s because you might be educated, trustworthy and witty. You might be at all times prepared to pitch in, whether or not it’s baking muffins for charity, or internet hosting the month-to-month guide membership. Your love of safety and stability does imply that it’s a must to verify that each one doorways and home windows are locked 3 times earlier than you allow the home. 

FIRE SNAKE…CAN’T SIT STILL 

You’re a nice chief however at all times make your self accessible to your minions, you at all times go away your workplace door open, so that you don’t miss out on the tea spherical. You might be mentally and bodily energetic. Even when you’re at your laptop you rotate your ankles below your desk, so that you’re match and prepared in your subsequent massive journey. 

EARTH SNAKE…CHILL 

You might be so calm and picked up and tune out a lot that colleagues as soon as thought you had been useless. You lead your life conservatively – only a small scraping of butter in your toast and also you by no means take sugar. You’re the one most trusted to money up and financial institution the day’s takings.

METAL SNAKE…SNEAKY 

You might be form and beneficiant, however will nonetheless at all times just be sure you get the largest scoop and you’ll solely share your crisps if they’re cheese and onion flavour. You’ve gotten unbelievable willpower so won’t ever over-indulge and also you at all times go away some meals in your plate (hidden below your fork, in order to not offend). You might be an elusive one and the least prone to disclose your wage. 

WATER SNAKE…NOSEY 

You’re the brightest snake within the den. You don’t have many buddies however are at all times invited to the college quiz, as you could have an encyclopedic data of nearly all the things. Your pure curiosity means you generally tend to curtain-twitch, however just for the higher good of the neighbourhood watch. 

HORSE

Horses range from the 'full throttle' metal element horses to laid back earth horses

Horses vary from the ‘full throttle’ metallic component horses to laid again earth horses

Which horse are you? 

15 FEB 1942 – 4 FEB 1943………….. WATER HORSE

3 FEB 1954 – 23 JAN 1955 ………….. WOOD HORSE

21 JAN 1966 – 8 FEB 1967 ……………….FIRE HORSE

7 FEB 1978 – 27 JAN 1979 …………… EARTH HORSE

27 JAN 1990 – 14 FEB 1991 …………. METAL HORSE

12 FEB 2002 – 31 JAN 2003 ………. WATER HORSE

31 JAN 2014 – 18 FEB 2015…………. WOOD HORSE

17 FEB 2026 – 5 FEB 2027 ……………..FIRE HORSE

WOOD HORSE…TECHY 

You’re the most secure of all of the horses; sturdy as an ox, however with a lightweight coronary heart. You might be progressive and imaginative, at all times along with your head in a little bit of tech. The one boss of you is you, so heaven assist any soul that tells you what to do, as you’ll quickly kick them into contact, from behind. 

FIRE HORSE…SPARKY 

You reside for the second, you go snowboarding not less than 3 times a yr, in between metropolis breaks and several other journeys to Ibiza. Journey is your center identify, you might be at all times champing on the bit. You might be typically outspoken however you don’t stand nonetheless lengthy sufficient to see whether or not anybody has taken offence. 

EARTH HORSE…THE GOOD LIFE 

Everybody has already bolted earlier than you might be even off the blocks, however that has by no means held you again. Your logical mind, quiet resolve and completely satisfied disposition make for a very good life, the one drawback is you can’t determine what socks to put on and that’s earlier than you even start to consider the larger image. 

METAL HORSE…NIGHTMARE 

You’re a ‘get issues completed’ sort, no trotting about for you, its all ‘full throttle’ in your manufacturing line. You’re a bit on the naughty aspect, a rule breaker with an enormous cussed streak, so anybody that wishes to be with you have to to saddle up for the trip. When you get the bit between your enamel and really feel the wind in your hair, you can be off at 90 miles per hour.

WATER HORSE…FLIGHTY 

You’re the most versatile of the horses (pilates has completed you the world of excellent). You’re a actual charmer and persuasive too, so make an excellent gross sales particular person. Your stressed nature and itchy hooves imply that you’re prone to climb to the highest shortly, however this does imply that you’re typically considered a little bit of a fickle Freddie/Freda. 

GOAT

Goats born in a 'wood' year are happy spending time alone, the authors reveal in the book

Goats born in a ‘wooden’ yr are completely satisfied spending time alone, the authors reveal within the guide

Which goat are you? 

5 FEB 1943 – 24 JAN 1944 …………………..WATER GOAT

24 JAN 1955 – 11 FEB 1956 …………………..WOOD GOAT

9 FEB 1967 – 29 JAN 1968………………………..FIRE GOAT

28 JAN 1979 – 15 FEB 1980…………………. EARTH GOAT

15 FEB 1991 – 3 FEB 1992……………………..METAL GOAT

1 FEB 2003 – 21 JAN 2004 ………………….WATER GOAT

19 FEB 2015 – 7 FEB 2016…………………….WOOD GOAT

6 FEB 2027 – 25 JAN 2028………………………FIRE GOAT

WOOD GOAT…THE LONER 

You want your personal firm finest, however you might be at all times well mannered and useful. You possibly can’t resist carrying baggage for previous women, even when it does make you late for work. You’d make an excellent Human Rights Lawyer or a Social Employee, however watch out that the baddies don’t make the most of your candy nature. 

FIRE GOAT…TELL US A STORY 

Of all of the goats you might be most certainly to face your floor and never be trampled on. You might be easy-going, however brave. Everybody loves going to the pub with you, as you inform nice tales and are the primary to get a spherical in. You might be additionally a loyal pal – their secret will likely be secure with you. You might be well-liked and can do OK for your self, so long as your expectations aren’t too excessive and also you handle your cussed streak.  

EARTH GOAT…CAN NEVER TELL A LIE 

You might be identified in your honesty however typically you’re a bit too trustworthy. If somebody asks you in the event you like their new coiffure, it’s finest to not inform them precisely what you suppose. Watch out to not maintain the door open for too lengthy as individuals will preserve submitting by means of in the event you allow them to. Don’t go to Bingo – you’re not nice with cash and you might be unlikely to win. 

METAL GOAT…MADE THE LOCAL NEWS 

You’re a gifted particular person, prone to make a splash on the native drama group. You might be at your finest when you could have a routine in place – mattress by 10 p.m. and afternoon tea at 3 p.m.. Principled and disciplined, you can be well-respected however some individuals will discover you a bit boring. 

WATER GOAT…POOR BUT HAPPY 

You’re a very interesting goat. Your delicate nature, creativity and loyalty make you fairly a catch, however your tendancy to blow your paycheck the minute you get it, can maintain you again. You usually tend to be a poor artist than a multi-millionaire, however (bushy) chin up, you’ll at all times have your mates. 

MONKEY 

Fire monkeys are true cheeky chappies... while water monkeys have a sense of mystery

Fireplace monkeys are true cheeky chappies… whereas water monkeys have a way of thriller

Which monkey are you? 

25 JAN 1944 – 12 FEB 1945……………. WOOD MONKEY

12 FEB 1956 – 30 JAN 1957……………….. FIRE MONKEY

30 JAN 1968 – 16 FEB 1969 …………… EARTH MONKEY

16 FEB 1980 – 4 FEB 1981 ……………… METAL MONKEY

4 FEB 1992 – 22 JAN 1993………………WATER MONKEY

22 JAN 2004 – 8 FEB 2005…………… WOOD MONKEY

8 FEB 2016 – 27 JAN 2017 ………………… FIRE MONKEY

26 JAN 2028 – 12 FEB 2029 ………….. EARTH MONKEY

WOOD MONKEY…HEAD IN THE CLOUDS 

You’re a born optimist, a warm-hearted dreamer, your thought of heaven is gently rocking from side to side in a hammock, within the jungle, with dappled solar in your face and a cocktail in your hand. You’re employed arduous to make this dream a actuality. Everybody desires you on their group at quiz night time, as you could have an excellent reminiscence for ineffective information and at all times flip up on time with a great deal of snacks. 

FIRE MONKEY…YOU THINK YOU’RE FUNNY 

You’re the cheekiest of all of the monkeys; your bare-faced cheeks are sometimes seen exterior the pub at kicking-out time. You might be eccentric and entertaining, so everybody desires to be your pal, till, lightening-fast, you nick their packed lunch and run off to eat it below a tree. You might be stressed and pushed, you elevate the bar, then you definitely elevate it additional, then you definitely take pleasure in swinging from it. 

EARTH MONKEY…YOU THINK YOU’RE THE POLICE 

You might be at all times making an attempt to unravel issues, trying to find the reality and for justice. You might be principled and law-abiding, though typically you could have been identified to assist your self to a Foam Banana from the pic’n’combine. Ever resourceful and largely dynamic (although typically inert on the couch on Sunday), you at all times find time for a pal in want. Your sensible counsel and Victoria Sponge are notorious, however they must wait till after you could have had your morning espresso, or else you can be grumpy. 

METAL MONKEY…STOCKPILING FOR THE END OF THE WORLD 

You’re a closed guide and never one to be crossed, else these pages will unleash almighty revenge…don’t mess with Steel Monkey! You might be additionally humorous and broadminded, with many a trick up your jumper, although you by no means carry out for peanuts. You’re keen on making and spending cash and have superb style – it’s Champagne and cashmere for a complicated monkey such as you. Upon getting made your thoughts up about one thing, there will likely be no budging you; you might be like a monkey mountain. 

WATER MONKEY… OF MYSTERY 

Oooh you monkey of thriller, you retain all of it below your bowler hat. You’re a sensible monkey that sees and hears, however usually says no evil (nonetheless, the kettle’s at all times on for anybody who desires to name in for a brew and a natter). You stand out from the group along with your love of a tartan trouser and a bow-tie, although heaven assist anybody who laughs at you, as they’ll wound you deeply and threat the wrath of monkey.

ROOSTER

Metal roosters are willing to trample on others, while earth roosters are understated

Steel roosters are prepared to trample on others, whereas earth roosters are understated

Which rooster are you? 

13 FEB 1945 – 1 FEB 1946………….WOOD ROOSTER

31 JAN 1957 – 17 FEB 1958 ……………FIRE ROOSTER

17 FEB 1969 – 5 FEB 1970 …………EARTH ROOSTER

5 FEB 1981 – 24 JAN 1982 …………METAL ROOSTER

23 JAN 1993 – 9 FEB 1994………..WATER ROOSTER

9 FEB 2005 – 28 JAN 2006………WOOD ROOSTER

28 JAN 2017 – 15 FEB 2018 ………….FIRE ROOSTER

13 FEB 2029 – 2 FEB 2030 ……….EARTH ROOSTER

WOOD ROOSTER…SANTA’S LITTLE HELPER 

You don’t should be the centre of consideration like among the different showy birds, you might be merely nice and right down to earth. You seldom elevate your head above the parapet or put up your hand, except you really want to go to the bathroom. Generally you might be irresponsible, however beneath all these feathers you might be quietly caring and at all times prepared to provide a serving to hand.

FIRE ROOSTER…LEADER OF THE PACK 

You’re the chief of the birds; nice at planning and capable of multi-task (you may speak on the telephone while tweeting). Your easy-going model will typically discover you along with your ft up on the desk – it’s how you could have your finest concepts. You might be identified for dangerous jokes which can be solely humorous due to the way in which you inform them. 

EARTH ROOSTER…UNDERSTATED 

Overlook the present of feathers, you might be no gaudy, strutting fowl. As an alternative, you might be quietly partaking, though your sneezes can typically be heard on the opposite aspect of city. You might be trustworthy and inquisitive, however your fixed questioning and thirst for data might be fairly annoying at occasions. Although dynamic, you are usually simply distracted, so can take a while to complete something and the perfectionist in you implies that you need to cost by the hour and never for the job. 

METAL ROOSTER…WINNER WINNER

You need to be prime of the tree and can trample over others to claw your manner up there. You’ve gotten many minions who will fortunately stroke your ego on demand. You might be finest left to your personal gadgets, as you’ll undoubtedly do the very best job, your beady rooster eyes are at all times centered on the prize. However you’re not all dangerous, you might be completely satisfied to chuck a coin in a charity field and there’s nothing extra necessary to you than household. 

WATER ROOSTER…YOU STRUT

You’re the smartest of our feathered buddies. You look good and are at all times first off the block (there aren’t any mites on you). You might be nice-natured and mild, however is usually a little bit of a show-off. Like a baby or a magpie, you like accumulating shiny issues – can-pulls and sea glass – however that mentioned, you may by no means keep in mind the place you place your keys. 

DOG

Are you a 'good dog, wood dog' or a 'rrrrrogue' water dog? Read on to find out more

Are you a ‘good canine, wooden canine’ or a ‘rrrrrogue’ water canine? Learn on to search out out extra

Which canine are you? 

2 FEB 1946 – 21 JAN 1947………………………..FIRE DOG

18 FEB 1958 – 7 FEB 1959 ………………….. EARTH DOG

6 FEB 1970 – 26 JAN 1971 ……………………METAL DOG

25 JAN 1982 – 12 FEB 1983 …………………WATER DOG

10 FEB 1994 – 30 JAN 1995 …………………WOOD DOG

29 JAN 2006 – 17 FEB 2007……………………FIRE DOG

16 FEB 2018 – 4 FEB 2019 …………………. EARTH DOG

3 FEB 2030 – 22 JAN 2031 ………………….METAL DOG

WOOD DOG…GOOD DOG 

You’ll at all times do what you say you’ll and can by no means go away a debt excellent. You full your paper spherical even in thick snow, as you may’t bear to think about previous individuals not having the ability to do their crossword. You’re a completely first rate sort and don’t like every sort of injustice, however you could have been identified to reveal your enamel within the face of oppression. You’re not curious about materials acquire, however you might be keen on furnishing your property with dusty trinkets. 

FIRE DOG…LOVING AND GIVING 

You might be comfy in your personal pores and skin, which is simply in addition to you don’t bathe almost sufficient. You’re a light soul with a beneficiant nature and would share your final mint with somebody that you simply care about. Your impulsive nature and threat taking can imply that you simply lose all the things you could have labored on, simply since you didn’t press save earlier than heading off to graze the deal with cabinet. If there’s something treasured round it’s probably that you’ll knock it over and you might be without end dropping issues (you continue to have your gloves on strings). 

EARTH DOG…PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR

You’re the most sensible of the canines. While the others are dreaming, you might be busy sniffing round to unravel issues. You at all times know the place to search out the very best bacon sandwich on the town. You might be opinionated, but additionally sensible, so individuals will hear you out, besides whenever you begin speaking in regards to the rugby. Solely you perceive your sense of humour. 

METAL DOG…THE INFLUENCER 

You might be clever however attention-seeking. You submit what you had for breakfast, lunch and tea and each run you do, plus footage of you baking muffins and loading the washer and then you definitely marvel why nobody picks up whenever you name. That mentioned, you might be loyal and gifted…simply cease barking about all of the boring stuff. You at all times look and scent good. 

WATER DOG…RRRRROGUE 

You’re the sort to provide somebody a field of candies after which eat all of them. You might be quick-tempered, however you get away with it as you might be really loving (a bit like youngster beginning, all is shortly forgotten). Your stressed nature means you want a stroll twice a day. You purchase garments which can be sensible and comfy, you gained’t be gracing the catwalk any time quickly. 

PIG

Contrary to popular belief, pigs are generally clean, neat and well organised people

Opposite to common perception, pigs are usually clear, neat and effectively organised individuals

Which pig are you? 

22 JAN 1947 – 9 FEB 1948……………………….FIRE PIG

8 FEB 1959 – 27 JAN 1960 …………………..EARTH PIG

27 JAN 1971 – 14 FEB 1972……………………METAL PIG

13 FEB 1983 – 1 FEB 1984……………………WATER PIG

31 JAN 1995 – 18 FEB 1996 ………………….WOOD PIG

18 FEB 2007 – 6 FEB 2008……………………..FIRE PIG

5 FEB 2019 – 24 JAN 2020………………….EARTH PIG

23 JAN 2031 – 10 FEB 2032…………………METAL PIG

WOOD PIG…OVERLY NICE 

You’re like a pig in potato peelings when it’s karaoke night time down at your native – something to unfold the love and make family and friends completely satisfied. You’re the sort to place your meals on different individuals’s plates even after they don’t need to attempt it (your insistence might be annoying). That mentioned, you could have a form coronary heart and a very good snout for element –the proper companion on an orienteering journey, simply don’t be too pig-headed about which path to take. 

FIRE PIG…SNOUT TO THE GROUND 

You’re the sort to name a spade a spade; fairly useful relating to digging the backyard. Undaunted by all that life can chuck at you, you might be happiest when in a crowd at a live performance or protest march (although you at all times make your level politely). You might be at all times busy being busy and with arduous work and ambition that’s prone to repay; you’ll be capable of afford per week in Tenerife annually. 

EARTH PIG…THIS LITTLE PIGGY STAYS AT HOME

You might be happiest snuggled on the couch with the canine. That is all very effectively so long as you keep away from the buying channels, as you may’t resist the lure of a useful family merchandise that may be paid for in instalments. However you might be peaceable and lovable. So what in the event you don’t have any cash, you could have the canine to maintain you heat and completely satisfied.

METAL PIG…THE IN-HOUSE ARTIST 

You’ve gotten an excellent sense of goal and at all times put your finest trotter ahead, however you typically wrestle with making choices…ought to you could have a Mint Choc Chip or Raspberry Ripple cone? The inventive in you’ll imply that you simply’ll in all probability go for each and stick a flake and sauce on prime. You is usually a bit moody if somebody takes a lick, and particularly in the event that they chew your flake. 

WATER PIG…TOO LOVELY FOR WORDS 

You’re a piggy with an absolute coronary heart of gold, you at all times search for the very best in others, even when they’ve simply nicked your pockets. You’ll simply be upset you can’t get the primary spherical in, however nonetheless you’ll look on the brilliant aspect and benefit from the firm of others with out a drink; it’s not the top of the world.

Anita Mangan’s The Chinese language Zodiac: A significantly foolish information (Portico Books), obtainable on Mail Bookshop.