The Rooster, Dog, and Pig are the last three animals in the Chinese zodiac cycle. Each has distinct traits. Roosters are honest and hardworking. Dogs are loyal and protective. Pigs are generous and calm. This guide covers all three and how they fit with the other signs.
Rooster (鸡)
Personality
Roosters are honest, proud, and detail-oriented. They pay attention to how they look and how things are done. They work hard and expect the same from others. They can be blunt and critical but mean well.
Strengths
Reliable, organized, brave, observant.
Weaknesses
Can be too critical, proud, perfectionist.
Best Matches
Ox, Snake, Dragon. Roosters respect hard work and honesty.
Challenging Matches
Rabbit, Dog. Rabbits may find Roosters too blunt; Dogs may clash over control.
Dog (狗)
Personality
Dogs are loyal, honest, and protective. They care about fairness and will stand up for friends and family. They can be anxious and worry about others. They make reliable partners and friends.
Strengths
Loyal, honest, brave, fair-minded.
Weaknesses
Can be anxious, pessimistic, stubborn.
Best Matches
Tiger, Rabbit, Horse. Dogs appreciate boldness, gentleness, and energy.
Challenging Matches
Dragon, Rooster. Dragons may seem too proud; Roosters may seem too critical.
Pig (猪)
Personality
Pigs are generous, honest, and calm. They enjoy good food and good company. They are easy to get along with and rarely hold grudges. They can be too trusting but bring warmth to any group.
Strengths
Generous, kind, calm, sincere.
Weaknesses
Can be naive, materialistic, overindulgent.
Best Matches
Rabbit, Goat, Tiger. Pigs enjoy gentle, creative, and bold partners.
Challenging Matches
Snake, Monkey. Snakes may seem too secretive; Monkeys may seem too restless.
Rooster, Dog, Pig at a Glance
| Sign | Strengths | Weaknesses | Best Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rooster | Honest, hardworking, brave | Critical, proud | Ox, Snake |
| Dog | Loyal, honest, protective | Anxious, stubborn | Tiger, Rabbit |
| Pig | Generous, calm, sincere | Naive, overindulgent | Rabbit, Goat |
How They Fit in the 12-Year Cycle
The Rooster is tenth, the Dog eleventh, and the Pig twelfth. After the Pig comes the Rat again, and the cycle repeats. People born in these years often share a strong sense of duty (Rooster), loyalty (Dog), or warmth (Pig). Our complete guide to the 12 animals has more. Use our calculator to find your sign, or read how to find your sign by date of birth.
FAQs
What years are Rooster, Dog, and Pig years?
Rooster: 2029, 2017, 2005, 1993. Dog: 2030, 2018, 2006, 1994. Pig: 2031, 2019, 2007, 1995. Use our calculator for other years.
Are Dog and Rabbit compatible?
Yes. Both value loyalty and gentleness. They often form a calm, supportive partnership.
Why is the Pig considered lucky?
In Chinese culture, the Pig stands for wealth and abundance. Pig people are often seen as bringing good fortune and comfort.