some people believe its all written in the stars still many others think they can get lady luck their way with a little bit of help from the fourleaf clover to horseshoes the rudraksh swastik the number of good luck charms are endless however what many dont realise is that animals can also work to your advantage and each one represents some positive quality mans wellbeing used to depend on the animal kingdom they carried man to war fed and clothed him and soon became symbols of good fortune the frog the frog is considered a symbol of luck in many cultures aside from the saying that kissing a frog can turn him into prince charming these amphibians are also known to bring fertility abundance and happiness to many the creature is said to be endowed with magical powers and due to the very large number of eggs it lays at a time considered as a fertility symbol people often wear amulets with the animal on their arms for its sheer power in egypt frogs were so important that they were often embalmed when they died and italians believed it brought good luck to the home the tiger this endangered animal may be dwindling in number in our country but is one of the most respected animals in india and china the animal was the vehicle of goddess durga and is believed to provide protection from loss of precious goods and property it represents power and speed known for their ferocious nature tigers were considered as symbols of protection with the chinese featuring the animal on childrens shoes so as to frighten away evil spirits which mothers believed were hovering around their kids the horse or the unicorn the white horse is treated as a symbol of good fortune in many cultures the unicorn a mythical creature is said to help dreams become a reality and bring about love and harmony in the world the celts revered the white horse and reserved them for their leaders and warfare in indian mythology its said to be the last incarnation of lord vishnu further it symbolises success loyalty courage and speed and is said to enhance ones career a walking or running horse indicates a rapid climb to success the cat the japanese golden cat waving her arm is believed to be bringing in good fortune and is often kept at the entrance of stores or offices in the east often called the money cat it brings money luck prosperity and opportunities cats are also said to have the ability to frighten away evil spirits that can hamper your success many japanese business people would never start a restaurant store and bar without the presence of the cat