Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Dog are represented in Primal Astrology by the Doberman Pinscher. Dobermans are more loyal and sincere than most other Aries, but they are also more anxious and emotionally unstable. The Dog adds a warm, caring friendliness to Aries self-oriented nature while Aries boosts the Dog’s confidence and keeps them feeling strong.

Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Dragon are represented in Primal Astrology by the Tyrannosaurus Rex. Not surprisingly these individuals are among the most aggressive, demanding, and intimidating of all Primal Zodiac signs. The Dragon enhances Aries strong sense of confidence and dynamic energy while adding an idealism and leadership ability. However, the Dragon also brings with it an inflexibility to make compromises. Tyrannosaurus Rexes are more naturally gifted and lucky than most other Aries signs.

Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Horse are represented in Primal Astrology by the Hammerhead Shark. The Horse enhances Aries’ independent and adventurous spirit but also its impulsivity and impatience. Hammerhead Sharks can never stop moving forward and are always on the lookout for new adventures. They hate boredom and routine activity and can be very quick tempered and blunt with their words.

Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Monkey are represented in Primal Astrology by the Gorilla. Gorillas are outgoing, energetic and love to try new things. The Monkey enhances Aries’ existing self confidence, quick wit, and pioneering spirit. However, the Monkey also makes Aries even more easily distracted and inquisitive. Gorillas shine in the light of their own accomplishments, if they can finish what they have started.

Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Ox are represented in Primal Astrology by the Hippopotamus. As in nature, those with the Primal Zodiac sign of Hippopotamus seem sweet and docile but can be terribly forceful if pushed too far. The Ox helps balance out Aries’ impatience and impulsivity while elongating Aries’ short fuse. It may be difficult for Aries and Ox to sit down and concentrate together as Ox likes to finish what it starts and Aries likes to constantly start something new.

Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Pig are represented in Primal Astrology by the Dodo. Dodos are friendly, innocent, and naive. Named after the now extinct bird not because they are unintelligent but because their inherent sense of trust in the goodness of others can also be their downfall. However, this generous and willing optimism is what makes Dodos so special. The Pig brings a sweetness and a gentleness that soften Aries’ rougher edges.

Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Rabbit are represented in Primal Astrology by the Llama. Llamas are largely misunderstood individuals who internally feel the struggle between adventurous and enthusiastic Aries and comfort-seeking and pessimistic Rabbit. However, this can be a powerful combination if well balanced and both Aries and Rabbit can teach each other important lessons along life’s many roads. Life is supposed to be full of obstacles for a Llama and if allowed to be spoiled they may not fulfill their destiny.

Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Rat are represented in Primal Astrology by the Piranha. Piranhas are always hungry for the next challenge. They revel in their own success and are willing to take risks that few others dare. The Rat brings good judgement and a survivalist attitude while enhancing Aries’ curiosity, restlessness, energy, and confidence. These are among the most likely of Aries to finish what they start.

Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Rooster are represented in Primal Astrology by the Goldfinch. Goldfinches are prime examples of how big things can come in small packages. One of the most confident and colorful personalities of the Primal Zodiac, these individuals combine Aries’ enthusiastic spirit with Rooster’s straightforward and dominant communication style. Highly polarizing, some people can’t handle the Goldfinch’s energy, but you won’t see members of this sign worrying too much about it.

Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Sheep are represented in Primal Astrology by the Catfish. One of the most contradictory signs of the Primal Zodiac, Catfish are a combination of Aries’ independence and optimism and Sheep’s well-mannered sincerity. The Sheep adds creativity and intelligence, but also insecurity. Luckily Aries is one of the most confident signs in the Western Zodiac and if balanced correctly, the two signs can combine together to create wonderful things.

Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Snake are represented in Primal Astrology by the Praying Mantis. Praying Mantises are rarely what they seem. That’s because Aries’ confidence and quick wit are intensified by the Snake’s graceful mystery. Praying Mantises are less forgiving and risk-taking than other Aries, but they are also more well-mannered, elegant, and charming.

Aries born during the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Tiger are represented in Primal Astrology by the Rhinoceros. Fearless, intense, and highly rebellious, this combination of signs makes for a quick-tempered and potentially dangerous foe. However, Tiger’s love of life and humanitarian leanings offset their suspiciousness and draw others to them. Aries’ pioneering, optimism, and unpredictability are enhanced by the Tiger, while Tiger also brings a never-give-up attitude and a magnetism that Aries can make great use of.