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Name	Miniature Schnauzer	Parson Russell Terrier	Basenji
Origins	Germany	England	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Zwergschnauzer	Parson Parson Jack Russell Terrier Jack Russell Terrier	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Parson Russell Terrier? Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji weight comparison:	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	14-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	16 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji? Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji height comparison:	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	12-14 inches (31-36 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	13 inches (33.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$400-$600	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Parson Russell Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji intelligence:	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji trainability comparison.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji? Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Happy Energetic Intelligent Obedient Bold Eager	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji?	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Parson Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Parson Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji playfulness comparison:	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Parson Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji?	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Parson Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Basenji 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 Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	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 Miniature Schnauzer 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 Parson Russell Terrier indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	Miniature Schnauzer 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.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Parson Russell Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji 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 Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Parson Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji?	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Parson Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Basenji 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: Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji health problems comparison:	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	No data available	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Parson Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Schnauzer, Parson Russell Terrier and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Parson Russell Terrier: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer 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 Parson Russell Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji? Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji energy level comparison:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Parson Russell Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji coat comparison:	Wiry	Rough	Fine
Colors What are the original Miniature Schnauzer, Parson Russell Terrier and Basenji color?	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Black Tan White Brown	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji? Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Parson Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji? Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basenji 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: Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji 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, Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji?	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Parson Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Parson Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Basenji 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 Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji?	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji?	Yes Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Parson Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Parson Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Parson Russell Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji 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: Miniature Schnauzer or Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji? 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?	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: Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji?	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Parson Russell Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji 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 Miniature Schnauzer and Parson Russell Terrier and Basenji have?	3-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive 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	No data available	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.

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