Friendship profile: Taurus

When they say they're your best friend forever, the Bull means it. They take childhood friendships seriously, and still have the other half of that Best Friends Forever necklace you shared as kids. Their friendship stands the test of time. Constant, steady, loyal and devoted, this friend will stand by you through life. If you need to call someone to pick you up in the middle of a snowy night because your car has broken down, Taurus will be there in a flash. Be warned, though, you have to prove yourself to be as loyal a friend to them as they are to you. It's a case of them scratching your back if you scratch theirs. Taurus makes a steady friend, but be careful not to arouse their jealousy. This Fixed Sign will be possessive of their pals and aren't so likely to understand the old adage that ‘absence makes the heart grow fonder’. You'll find a wonderful friend in Taurus, as long as you don't cancel any plans at the last minute.

Best friend bets: Pisces, Cancer