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Name	Norwich Terrier	Miniature Pinscher	Border Terrier
Origins	United Kingdom	Germany	England Scotland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cantab Terrier Jones Terrier Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Trumpington Terrier	King Of The Toys Reh Pinscher Zwergpinsc Min Pin	Borders
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Miniature Pinscher? Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier weight comparison:	10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg)	Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg)	Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier height comparison:	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1400-$2000	$400-$600	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier?	Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.

Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier trainability comparison.	Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate	Playful Energetic Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Responsive Clever	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Miniature Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Border Terrier 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: Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier?	Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier social needs comparison:	Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Norwich Terrier 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.	Miniature Pinscher 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.	Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier?	Average to High: The Norwich Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Norwich Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Miniature Pinscher 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.

Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier?	Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Border 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: Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Miniature Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Norwich Terrier, Miniature Pinscher and Border Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norwich 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier energy level comparison:	Norwich Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Norwich Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal.	Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups 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? Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry Soft	Rough	Rough
Colors What are the original Norwich Terrier, Miniature Pinscher and Border Terrier color?	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten	Black Tan Red Chocolate Rust	Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier? Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border 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: Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border 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: Norwich Terrier or Miniature Pinscher or Border 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.	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: Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier?	Not really Norwich Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border 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.

Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border 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 Norwich Terrier and Miniature Pinscher and Border Terrier have?	1-3 puppies	2-5 puppies	2-8 puppies
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Norwich Terrier vs Miniature Pinscher vs Border Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers

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