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Chinese Zodiac Animal Profiles - Year of the Sheep (Goat or Ram)

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Birth Years*:

1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015

*For the sake of simplicity, I have noted the years per the Gregorian calendar. However, since we're talking about the Chinese Lunar Calendar, the New Year can be any time between January and February. If your birthday falls in these months, and you're not sure where you land, use this website to find your zodiac sign.

Characteristics:
  • Wise
  • Gentle
  • Compassionate
  • Charming
  • Elegant
  • Slightly materialistic
  • Quick to complain
  • Shy
  • Pessimistic
Compatible With:

Rabbits, Dogs
Avoid:

Oxen
Good Career Choices:
  • Actor
  • Gardener
  • Beachcomber
Famous Sheep:

Mark Twain, Rudolph Valentino, Barbara Walters, Orville Wright
Animal Sign Index:

Year of the Rat
Year of the Ox
Year of the Tiger
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake
Year of the Horse
Year of the Sheep
Year of the Monkey
Year of the Rooster
Year of the Dog
Year of the Boar
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