Year of the Dog: Chinese zodiac matchmaking guide

The Year of the Dog begins on February 16, 2018. As Asian American communities across California welcome the lunar new year, many turn to the centuries-old tradition of consulting the zodiac, a cycle featuring 12 animals that embody unique personality traits. As the folklore goes, certain animals are better suited for one another, while other pairings could lead to conflict.

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Sources: China Highlights, Los Angeles Chinatown Business Improvement District, The Old Farmer’s Almanac, sanfranciscochinatown.com