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Name	Belgian Sheepdog	Havanese	Australian Shepherd
Origins	Belgium	Cuba	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	120	23	17
Reviews	4	6	7
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chien De Berger Belge Groenendael	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	Large	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Havanese? Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd? Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$900-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd intelligence:	Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd? Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Intelligent Confident Friendly Hard Working Watchful	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd?	Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd?	A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd 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 Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	Belgian Sheepdog 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.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Shepherd 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.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Belgian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd 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 Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Belgian Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd?	The Belgian Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Shepherd 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: Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Hyperthyroidism	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Belgian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Sheepdog, Havanese and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Belgian Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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 average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd? Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs need a lot of exercises.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:	Soft Thick	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Feathered
Colors What are the original Belgian Sheepdog, Havanese and Australian Shepherd color?	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd? Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:	Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd? Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or {name3 shedding:	Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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: Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	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 Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most 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 Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd?	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes Belgian Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Belgian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd 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: Belgian Sheepdog or Havanese or Australian Shepherd? 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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?	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.	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: Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd?	Not really Belgian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd 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.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd 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 Belgian Sheepdog and Havanese and Australian Shepherd have?	6-10 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Havanese vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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	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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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