Altogether there are twelve animal signs in the Chinese calendar. It is said that a person has similar characteristics to those of the animal that rules the year of his/her birth. Here is a brief description of the animal signs.

The Rat 
You are very generous, smart and hard-working. You have many friends, but not all of them are loyal to you.
The Ox
You are diligent, friendly and peaceful. You can be stubborn.
The Tiger
You are confident. You are brave and are never afraid.
The Rabbit
You are a good planner and love to help others. You love your family. You are lucky in business and can be very successful.
The Dragon
You are energetic and good at sports, but sometimes impatient. You can be a good leader.
The Snake
You are very beautiful but can be selfish at times. You have a good sense of humour.
The Horse
You are outgoing and always happy. You are also patient. You are a loyal friend and your friends know you will always be there for them.
The Goat
You are a creative and peaceful person. You like to look on the positive side of things. Sometimes you care too much about details.
The Monkey
You are very clever. You are also confident and attractive. You have a good sense of humour.
The Rooster
You are honest. You are hard-working and always want attention.
The Dog
You are a loyal friend. You are very generous, patient and responsible.
The Pig
You are kind, but quiet and shy. You have many friends, but you do not like talking about your feelings