Astrology and your Pets

Like people, animals too have the star signs and this can say a lot about your pet’s character. Here’s a basic description of the different personalities of cats and dogs depending on their date of birth.

Aries (Mar21-Apr20) Aries is an energetic fire sign. The Aries cat will be independent and strong-willed with an air of authority. Aries dogs have high energy levels and will require regular exercise including long walks. There’s an impulsiveness to the Aries dog. They want to explore, have fun and enjoy new experiences.

Taurus (Apr21-May21) Taurus cats and dogs like routine and stability. They get nervous when introduced to change. They will be faithful to their family. The Taurus dog will have moments when they might enjoy exercising all day long then other times a short walk or ball games in the garden seem to suffice.

Gemini (May22-June21) The Gemini cat or dog will be lively and high-spirited. Always curious about what’s going on around them and generally friendly with visitors. This pet will be active and affectionate; they like to be heard and will have their own way of communicating their needs until they get attention.

Cancer (June22-July23) Your Cancer cat or dog will be incredibly sensitive to your moods and feelings; it’s as if they can read your thoughts. These pets will bond closely with their family and will be most happy when spending time within the family circle. Cancer dogs should be good with children and other pets.

Leo (July24-Aug23) Faithful and loyal is the Leo pet with an instinctive desire to be the boss! They love affection and attention and will demand that everyone notices them. The Leo cat is proud and sometimes has a haughty air. The Leo dog is playful and cuddly, loving active play. Both Leo cats and dogs are strong-willed.

Virgo (Aug24-Sept23) Protective of their owners, the Virgo will be attentive and watchful. A good watch dog, this pet will sound the alert whenever they sense the need. Both cats and dogs will be clean and easy to train. Socialization should be started early as these pets are slightly introvert in nature.

Libra (Sept24-Oct23) The Libran cat or dog loves company. They aren’t pets to be left alone for long periods. They are friendly and affectionate with a strong desire to please their owners. They can be incredibly fussy and will enjoy being pampered and indulged. A tendency towards laziness should be curbed with regular daily walks.

Scorpio (Oct24-Nov22) The Scorpio dog has a strong personality and needs a confident owner or they may try to dominate. It might seem as if the Scorpio cat or dog has a mind of their own. Even so they are sensitive to their owner’s feelings and will develop an incredibly strong bond with their human companions.

Sagittarius (Nov23-Dec21) The Sagittarius cat and dog will have an abundance of energy and will seem to be constantly active. They love wide open spaces and might happily run off and forget to come back until they’re ready. This is why training should be firm and consistent from an early age.

Capricorn (Dec22-Jan20) The Capricorn dog is likely to be wary of strangers. They will be very protective and will tend to prefer certain people to others. Capricorn pets enjoy having a job to do as this makes them feel important; they will be good watch dogs.

Aquarius (Jan21-Feb19) Generally undemanding and good natured, the Aquarius cat and dog will be friendly to all. The Aquarius dog may struggle during obedience classes as they rebel against too strict rules and demands. These intelligent pets make wonderful companions.

Pisces (Feb20-Mar20) The Pisces cat or dog will love affection and attention and will be happy to be groomed every day. There’s a secretive trait to their nature, dogs will happily dig and hide their biscuits and toys, cats might also tend to have their favourite hiding places about the house. These pets can be quite lazy and may have to be encouraged to enjoy exercise especially when the weather is wet or cold.