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Compare Polish Lowland Sheepdog and Bergamasco. Which is better: Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Bergamasco or Havanese?
Name | Polish Lowland Sheepdog | Bergamasco | Havanese |
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Group | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 176 | 181 | 23 |
Reviews | 0 | 0 | 7 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese breeds. |
Nizinny Valee Sheepdog Polski Owczarek Nizinny |
Bergermaschi Cane da pastore Bergamasco Bergamasco Shepherd Dog |
Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Large | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese? Compare adult weight ranges. | 30-50 pounds (14-23 kg) | Male: 70-84 pounds (32-38 kg), Female: 57-71 pounds (26-32 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 40 pounds (18.5 kg) | Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 61 pounds (29 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Bergamasco or Havanese? Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese height comparison: | 16-20 inches (41-51 cm) | 22-24 inches (54-62 cm) | 8-11 inches (21-29 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 18 inches (46 cm) | 23 inches (58 cm) | 10 inches (25 cm) |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1500-$2000 | $1000-$1300 | $900-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Bergamasco or Havanese? | Frequent: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is easier than average to get. | Frequent: The Bergamasco is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which breed ranks highest? | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which is easiest to train? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. | A slightly harder to train than average. | Havanese dogs are very easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which breed is most alert? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Bergamasco dogs are good watchdogs. | Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which breed is most protective? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Bergamasco dogs strongly protect their territory. | Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese? Compare temperaments. |
Agile Lively Outright Tempered Selfish Confidence Perceptive |
Patient Quiet Determined Vigilant |
Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Bergamasco dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese? | High: Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Bergamasco dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese social needs comparison: | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. | Bergamasco dogs are a social breed. | Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Bergamasco dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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. | Bergamasco 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. | Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The Bergamasco rarely barks. | Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which breed is most playful? | The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a playful breed. | Average: Bergamascos, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Havanese is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which adapts best to small spaces? | 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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Bergamasco indoors. | Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Bergamasco 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. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Bergamasco or Havanese? | Polish Lowland 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. | Bergamasco 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. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bergamasco has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which uses mouth most during play? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bergamasco dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Polish Lowland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bergamasco bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Polish Lowland Sheepdog: 11 years |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Bergamasco: 14 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Polish Lowland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bergamasco can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which has fewer health issues? | Polish Lowland Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Bergamascos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Frequent The Polish Lowland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Frequent The Bergamasco should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese health problems comparison: | No data available |
Bloat Skin Allergies Joint Dysplasia |
Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which breed is most active? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Bergamasco dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Bergamasco or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need. | Bergamasco dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Bergamasco or Havanese? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Bergamasco dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Bergamasco has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which needs most food? | 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. | 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. What colors are available? |
Black Gray White Brown | Grey |
Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which requires most maintenance? | Advanced: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog requires a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Bergamasco doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which drools least? | The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Bergamasco is an average drooler. | The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Bergamasco has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Fluffy Shaggy |
Fine Dense |
Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Bergamasco or Havanese? Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Bergamasco or {name3 shedding: | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs shed none to minimal. | Bergamasco dogs shed none to minimal. | Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which is best with kids? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Bergamasco dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets. | Bergamasco dogs are generally with other pets. | Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Bergamasco or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Bergamasco dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Bergamasco or Havanese? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Bergamasco or Havanese? | Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese? |
Yes Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Bergamasco dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Polish Lowland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bergamasco is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people. | Bergamascos are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Polish Lowland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bergamasco breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which has most military use? | 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. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which has most puppies? | 2-6 puppies | 6-10 puppies | 1-9 puppies, average 4 |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Bergamasco vs Havanese Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2001 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Bergamasco, and Havanese. Which has most recognition? | No data available |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. 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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America |
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