Fish - Fish represent and are associated with Wealth. A porcelain figurine of a fisherman with a fishing pole is a popular item to place in the Wealth area. Goldfish, or Koy, as they are called in Japan, are considered specific to wealth.
A goldfish tank, with an odd number of fish, including one black one to absorb negative Qi is also popularly located in the Wealth area of a home or garden. Nine fish, including the black one is considered most auspicious. Eight is considered the luckiest of numbers in China, and 9 is considered a magical number with strong Yang influence.

Frogs - Ornamental frogs, usually of gold or silver, are considered to be lucky and assist growth. A frog placed at the main entrance of a home will encourage good luck. A small ornamental frog placed in a potted plant will encourage growth.

Unicorn - While the Unicorn is more of a western creature than an oriental one, it is still considered a creature of good omen in Feng Shui. It encourages good magic, as well as joy, playfulness, longevity (as they are immortal) and wisdom (the kind of wisdom that comes with long life).

Horse - Horses represent speed and perseverance. Two Thousand and Two is the year of the Horse so horse symbology will have augmented power in this year.

Bear - Bears protect home and hearth. Representations of Bears are best placed inside the main entrance. The gallbladders of Bears are considered to have strong Yang properties giving one courage, strength and sexual potency which is why they are much prized as a delicacy.

Elephant - Elephants are noted for their wisdom, strength and memory. Place where these qualities are needed.

Bird - Birds are noted for their innocence. Pairs of birds will encourage Love, especially in the Relationship corner.

Bat - Bats bring good luck, happiness and long life.

Butterfly - Butterflies bring love and joy. They are also a symbol of transformation. If you are experiencing dramatic change in any area of your life an image of a butterfly in that corner encourages that change to be proceed with ease, joy, and grace.

Crane - Cranes are very popular in Chinese art and represent Love and Fidelity. Paired cranes on a wall hanging in the Relationship corner supports a good marriage. As a gift to a beloved it represents honourable intentions.

Deer - The Deer symbolizes longevity and wealth.

Dove - The Dove represents long life. It is also the universal symbol of peace. Caged doves were a favourite at the Emperor’s court because their cooing had a pleasant and calming effect.

Dog - Dogs protect the home and their master, and represent loyalty. In Chinese culture household pets are frowned upon, except for the Emperor. Neither dogs nor cats have ever been particularly popular in China, but that does not mean they are completely unknown. Chinese ‘Foo’ dogs protected the emperor and the entrances to tombs. Generally, the Chinese prefer birds, fish and other small animals that can be caged.

Duck - Ducks represent happiness,

Eagle - The Eagle is more of a Western symbol but accepted by Feng Shui as a symbol of daring and farsightedness. A representation of an Eagle may go well in the Future area.

Monkey - Monkeys are clever and protect one from Evil.

Phoenix - The Phoenix represents beauty, love, peace and prosperity. It can also represent Transformation. The Phoenix is one of 4 ‘celestial’ animals representing the four cardinal compass points. Its direction is South. The other three ‘celestial’ animals are the Dragon, the Tiger, and the Tortoise. Each of these animals holds a special place in Chinese myth and culture and their use in Feng Shui is quite common.

Dragon - The Dragon, or Leung, in Chinese, represents nobility, creativity,and strength. It is the Yang within Yang symbol, the strongest of the I Ching hexagrams, the symbol of the Emperor, and often seen as a symbol of Chinaitself. Unlike their Western cousins, Chinese Dragons have a pretty good reputation. In Feng Shui the Dragon is a ‘celestial’ animal and its direction is East.

Tiger - The Tiger is a very important symbol in the Chinese view of the world. It is often portrayed in opposition to the Dragon. As a ‘celestial’ animal the Tiger’s direction is West and is an important counterpoint to the strength of the Dragon. The Tiger represents courage and ferocity.

Snake - The Snake is another animal that has a better reputation in the East than the West. The Snake represents rebirth, renewal and healing. Snake venom and parts of certain snakes are used in Chinese medical practice. Serpentine or wavy symbols will have the effect of encouraging qualitative changes in whatever area they are placed. Snake medicine is quite powerful so it is important to be moderate in its use.

Tortoise - The Tortoise represents longevity, and because of its longevity is often a symbol of wisdom. Both longevity and the wisdom that comes from experience are held in high esteem in Chinese culture. The Tortoise is a celestial’ animal and its direction is North. In I Ching divination it is important to sit in the North part of the room facing south when casting. As well it is considered advantageous if one’s dwelling is on the north side of the street facing south.

Crow - The Crow is another bird that is not so popular in China, but accepted by Feng Shui as a symbol of good luck and magic. If you see a crow that means look for the magic in your life. If you see two or more crows (3 is the best) expect some magic in your life.

The Chinese Zodiac, is made up of the following twelve animals. Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig, Rat, Ox, Tiger, & Rabbit.

With its emphasis on Nature it is understandable that animals, both real and legendary would be seen as important in the Chinese outlook. In North America, even in Urban areas, animals are constantly crossing our paths, whether actually, or on TV in books, or elsewhere.