Chinese Astrology Happy Chinese New Year from all of us at the makers of the DINE range. This year is the year of the Dog and, to celebrate this special time of year, we've had a bit of fun and compiled some Chinese horoscope profiles for your cat. Read your cat's horoscope here. AQUARIUS ~ Jan 21 - Feb 19 Summing up your Aquarian cat's personality is simple…..it knows! It knows when and how to act, it knows how to make the most of any situation and, most importantly, it knows what makes you tick! These compassionate animals truly have a heart of gold and often find themselves emotionally attached to all members of the house - including the dog! These cats are blessed with an adventurous spirit and are always on the lookout for new discoveries that will further enrich their life and the lives of those around them. While these adventurous cats enjoy a bit of frivolous fun as much as the next puss, they are definitely in their element when engaging in activities that stimulate their mind. The ruling planets that keep your cat alert for new opportunities are Uranus and Saturn. PISCES ~ FEB 20 – MAR 20 Pisces, being the 12th sign of the Zodiac, is considered by far the most evolved of all the signs and represents the highest stage in evolutionary growth. So if you have a cat that was born under this sign you will already know how thoughtful and highly attuned it is to your feelings. Pisces is symbolised by a pair of fish "swimming in different directions" which can sometimes have your feline companion chasing its own tail which can lead to its fair share of mischief. In fact they have been known to land themselves in hot water just by trying to do the right thing! The Pisces puss is extremely intuitive and is able to read whatever is going on around it. It is also great fun to have around during social gatherings and relishes being the life of the party. The ruling planets that keep your cat's tail held high are Neptune and Jupiter. ARIES ~ Mar 21 - Apr 20 Your cat is a warm and feisty animal with extremely powerful instincts. One of the reasons you have this particular cat is because of its great spirit and the ability to inspire and lead the other pets in your home. Its temperament is normally steady, but it can be become quickly agitated and go on the defensive when its precious territory is being threatened. These feisty cats love being a part of all the action in the home and have been known to get a little sulky if its contributions are overlooked. On the up side, they are natural leaders and, when given enough freedom, will quickly become a valued contributor to the daily running of the home. These dynamic cats feed off the energy provided by Mars which helps make them lots of fun to be around and an ideal playmate. The ruling planets that keep your cat’s ears pricked up are Mars and Pluto. TAURUS ~ Apr 21 - May 21 If you are lucky enough to own a Taurus cat, you will already be well aware of its genuine affection for people and other animals. Taurus cats love the finer things in life and will be forever grateful if they are treated accordingly. They are loving cats which possess an inner need for comfort, warmth and material security and are probably fortunate to have you as an owner. However like most of us, these feline 'bulls' do have their dark side and can be extremely stubborn and strong willed when the situation calls for it. They are also cautious cats that will be wary of strangers until the new comer can show they can be fully trusted. But once this trust is established you can expect to find a happy playful cat that is usually up for a good time. In fact, given a stable environment, these regal felines will thrive and give back every inch of love that is bestowed upon them. The ruling planet that helps your cat enjoy the finer things in life is VENUS. GEMINI ~ May 22 - Jun 22 Your Gemini cat is without doubt a thinking feline. Blessed with a great sense of fun and a need to be ‘in the thick of things’, your little Gemini is a pleasure to have around. Intelligent and almost child-like in its innocence, the Gemini cat is happy just scampering from one joyous moment to the next. Ruled by Mercury, Geminis are full of nervous energy which can sometime lead to trouble no matter how innocent its adventures seem at the time! They are generally up for a bit of action and will leap at any opportunity to play, hide, hunt... in fact almost anything! The ruling planet for these friendly felines - Mercury - not only keeps it in good spirits, but also gives it that “cheeky” edge. CANCER June 22 - July 23 As the owner of a Cancerian cat you will be very much aware that you have a very caring pet that feels things deeply and has a natural gift to make others feel loved and looked after.   Your pet is quick to size up any situation around the home and will usually be the first to help out - whether that means climbing into the washing basket and "helping" to fold the clothes or knowing when to make you feel better with a quick snuggle! Those living in the home will also feel its support in a myriad of ways, but you should avoid letting any one person being overly dependant on your pet or it will end up being run ragged over the silliest things! Finely tuned to its environment and the feelings of others, this cat has a sensitive nature and can react strongly to criticism so you be sure to deal with your companion in the correct manner at all times. The ruling planet that keeps your cat attuned to its surrounds is the Moon. LEO ~ Jul 24 - Aug 23 The fiery sign of Leo makes your cat very much a “can do” or an “I will” pet. To the Leo cat, gaining the attraction and admiration of other people is an important element of life and is usually the driving force behind their personality. These ‘big cats’ are not afraid to stand out from the crowd and relish the opportunity to be the life of the party. Leos carry themselves with a great sense of pride, always with an emphasis on being right and looking good! But while this is a key part of who they are, they have been known to be somewhat unyielding and stubborn. Many may mistake this exacting nature to be only a symptom of its well-developed ego, but the truth is that Leos have a genuine desire to help others and have been known to go out of their way to ‘help out’ around the home wherever they can. No wonder this cat can be a hot head – its ruling planet is the Sun. VIRGO ~ Aug 24 - Sep 23 Being a Virgo, your cat is probably restrained, shy and has a somewhat serious exterior that hides the soft and cheerful inner self that so many people become drawn to. But don’t let this reserved exterior fool you – once they warm up, Virgos can be lively and very caring creatures that are always eager to please, provided they receive all the love and attention they expect from a devoted owner. “If something is worth doing; it’s worth doing right” is their philosophy on life. However, this desire to perfect every detail of what they are doing can make them prone to a fastidiousness that can drive those around it to exasperation! For a Virgo cat, life is at its best when helping and serving others, which makes them a wonderful life companion. The ruling planet that gives your cat its daily direction is Mercury. LIBRA ~ Sept 24 - Oct 23 Balance is the key ingredient in life for your Libran cat! Like most Librans, your cat probably maintains a very healthy balance of leisure time and lots of social activity. Like most cats, the Libran enjoys a little bit of mischief but will stop short of causing you too much anguish - in fact you will be more likely to laugh at their antics than be annoyed! Libran cats look for smooth, uncomplicated relationships and will want you to reciprocate all their affection to keep everything in balance. With plenty of charm and a natural roguishness to keep you on toes, the Libran cat makes a wonderful companion that is happy just being wherever you are. SCORPIO ~ Oct 24 - Nov 22 Scorpios are renowned for being a little dark and mysterious and cats born under this sign are certainly no different! Scorpios rarely stick their neck out without assessing the situation first. In fact when chaos abounds, you are more likely to see these cats sitting back and calculating the consequences before diving in! They are focussed and determined companions that command respect and affection, and can be quite passionate about the things that are important to them……especially food! If you live with one of these little scorpions, you should consider yourself lucky to share your life with such a fiercely loyal pet that somehow seems capable of judging your mood and jumping up for a cuddle just when you need it! SAGITTARIUS ~ Nov 23 – Dec 22 Our Sagittarian feline friends are blessed with a great sense of adventure and freedom. Your cat is “a traveller” in life and wants to experience everything that life has to offer…….as you may well have discovered already! Coupled with the sense of fun, raw energy and a thirst for developing new skills, life for you and your pet is the ultimate adventure and you both find yourselves in the thick of the action. When necessary, your puss can adapt to differing circumstances, but its desire to “call the shots” can sometimes lead to trouble. Your little friend is full of energy and leaps at every opportunity to be in your company. The ruling planets that keep your cat from biting off more than it can chew are: Jupiter and Neptune. CAPRICORN ~ DEC 23 – JAN 20 Capricorn cats are smart and sophisticated companions with a down to earth attitude and a love for socialising. Your cat enjoys being a social butterfly and greeting as many people as possible. Your cat's love of material possessions is sometimes misconstrued as an obsession, but in truth these lovable animals are simply focussed on the things that are important to them - especially you! A cat born under the Capricorn sign will be a loyal and loving companion who loves your attention and craves your company. They will do this devouringly without the expectation of it being returned. Capricorn cats also love being right so don't forget to give them a reality check by occasionally letting them outside to experience the real world! 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