Rat compatibility is traditionally strongest with the Dragon, the Monkey and the Ox and weakest with the Rabbit, the Goat and the Horse. Each of the twelve pairings below comes from the classical relations between the earthly branches, and each has its own page.
Trine — natural allies · 90%
Energetic and mutually admiring. The Rat appreciates the Dragon's boldness, and the Dragon enjoys the Rat's charm.
At work: An excellent entrepreneurial team — ideas, contacts and courage in one partnership.
Watch: Both like to be right; decisions need clear ownership.
Trine — natural allies · 90%
Lively, witty and full of plans. They keep each other entertained for years.
At work: A sharp, resourceful team, excellent in business and negotiation.
Watch: Two schemers can outsmart each other if competition creeps in.
Six harmonies — secret friends · 88%
Loyal, practical and affectionate, with shared goals for security and family.
At work: An excellent partnership: the Rat spots the opportunity, the Ox builds it.
Watch: The Rat's social life and the Ox's preference for staying home.
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On the twelve-year wheel
68% · 2 positions apart
Rat & TigerEnergetic and passionate, as long as the Rat does not try to control the Tiger.
68% · 5 positions apart
Rat & SnakeIntellectually engaging and loyal once trust exists. The Snake's jealousy needs managing.
68% · 3 positions apart
Rat & RoosterNeeds tolerance for different habits and a shared sense of purpose.
68% · 2 positions apart
Rat & DogCan be affectionate and practical. The Rat brings social life and the Dog brings stability.
68% · 1 position apart
Rat & PigWarm and companionable, with good humor. The Rat must not exploit the Pig's trust.
Traditionally the Dragon, the Monkey and the Ox: the trine partners share the Rat's San He group and the secret friend fills in what it lacks.
The Horse, six positions away — the classical clash. All the pairings tradition warns about: the Rabbit, the Goat and the Horse.
AstroHot. “Rat Compatibility With All 12 Chinese Zodiac Animals.” Accessed October 28, 2026. https://astrohot.com/chinese-horoscope/compatibility/rat/
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