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Name	Barbet	Lagotto Romagnolo	Tibetan Terrier
Origins	France	Italy	Tibet
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	404	117	101
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Other Names What other names do they have?	French Water Dog	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	Dokhi Apso Tsang Apso
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	Large Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Lagotto Romagnolo? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier weight comparison:	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)
Height Which is taller, Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier height comparison:	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	14-17 inches (36-43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$500-$700	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier trainability comparison.	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Reserved Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier?	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier social needs comparison:	Barbet dogs are a social breed. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Barbet dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Tibetan Terrier 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

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Barbet is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier?	Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	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 Barbet 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 Lagotto Romagnolo indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	Barbet 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.	Lagotto Romagnolo 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.	Tibetan 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.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Barbet bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tibetan Terrier 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 Barbet has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Barbet dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier?	Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hyperthyroidism Distichiasis Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Tibetan Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo and Tibetan Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lagotto Romagnolo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier energy level comparison:	Barbet dogs are high-energy dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Barbet dogs have an average exercise need.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	Barbet dogs don't need too much sleep.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier coat comparison:	Waterproof	Waterproof	Thick Smooth
Colors What are the original Barbet, Lagotto Romagnolo and Tibetan Terrier color?	Black Gray White Brown Fawn	Black Gray Tan White Brown	Black Gray White Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier? Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier? Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or {name3 shedding:	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier?	Yes Barbet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Barbet is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier 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.	Not really This breed generally not used 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: Barbet or Lagotto Romagnolo or Tibetan Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a 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: Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier?	Yes Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Terrier 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.	Not really 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier 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 Barbet and Lagotto Romagnolo and Tibetan Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Barbet vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Tibetan Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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

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