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Name	Airedale Terrier	German Shepherd	Bulldog
Origins	England	Germany	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	British Bulldog English Bulldog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog? Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$2000	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog intelligence:	Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog trainability comparison.	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog? Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog?	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog social needs comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog playfulness comparison:	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog?	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Airedale Terrier indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Shepherd indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	Airedale Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Bulldog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog mouthiness comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog?	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier, German Shepherd and Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog? Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog energy level comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog coat comparison:	Wiry Dense Rough	Fuzzy	Fine
Colors What are the original Airedale Terrier, German Shepherd and Bulldog color?	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Tan Red Silver	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog? Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog? Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog?	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog?	Yes Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Airedale Terrier or German Shepherd or Bulldog? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog?	Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Airedale Terrier and German Shepherd and Bulldog have?	7-9 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Airedale Terrier vs German Shepherd vs Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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