Newfoundland: The Gentle Giant of the Dog World

The Newfoundland is a giant working breed known for its gentle temperament, massive size, and remarkable swimming ability. Originally developed in Canada to assist fishermen with hauling nets and water rescues, the Newfoundland combines strength and endurance with a calm and affectionate nature that has earned it a reputation as one of the most dependable family companion breeds. These intelligent and highly social dogs thrive with owners who can provide regular companionship, moderate exercise, and consistent training, as Newfoundlands are happiest when closely involved in family life and given meaningful interaction with their people. Their patient and gentle disposition often makes them excellent companions for children, while their natural instinct for water rescue and protective nature adds to their versatility as working dogs. With their thick coat, kind expression, and loyal personality, the Newfoundland is an excellent choice for families seeking a calm and devoted giant companion dog.

⭐ 3 Things You May Not Know About the Newfoundland

1. The Newfoundland is famous for its lifesaving abilities and has rescued countless people from water throughout its history.
2. Newfoundlands have partially webbed feet and a thick water-resistant coat that make them exceptional swimmers.
3. The breed was historically used by fishermen in Newfoundland, Canada, to pull nets, haul carts, and assist with water rescues in icy Atlantic waters.

Overview

AKC Height: 26-28 inches (males), 24-26 inches (females)
AKC Weight: 100-150 pounds
Colors: Black, brown, gray, or Landseer (black and white)
Life Expectancy: 9-10 years
Group: Working Group

🐾 Quick Facts About the Newfoundland

• Energy Level: Moderate — Newfoundlands enjoy swimming, walks, and outdoor activity but are generally calm indoors.
• Grooming Needs: High — Their thick double coat requires regular brushing and sheds heavily during seasonal coat changes.
• Good With Kids: Excellent — Newfoundlands are famously gentle, patient, and affectionate with children and families.
• Trainability: High — Intelligent and eager to work, they respond well to calm and positive training methods.
• Barking Level: Low to Moderate — Newfoundlands are usually quiet but may bark to alert their family when necessary.

Breed Traits & Personality

The Newfoundland is a giant working breed known for its massive build, thick water-resistant coat, and gentle expressive face. Originally developed in Canada as a water rescue and draft dog for fishermen, the breed combines strength, endurance, intelligence, and calm temperament with exceptional swimming ability and natural lifesaving instincts.

The breed possesses a large powerful frame with substantial bone structure, deep chest, muscular shoulders, and strong hindquarters designed for swimming, pulling, and endurance work. The Newfoundland should appear balanced, sturdy, and naturally athletic despite its enormous size.

One of the breed’s most recognizable features is its dense weather-resistant double coat that protects the dog during cold-water work and harsh outdoor conditions.

The head is broad and massive with a strong muzzle, dark expressive eyes, and calm intelligent expression. The breed’s face often conveys gentleness, warmth, and dependable confidence.

The ears are small relative to the head, pendant-shaped, and carried close to the cheeks. The overall expression reflects kindness and attentiveness.

The coat is medium-to-long in length with a coarse outer layer and dense insulating undercoat beneath. Coat colors commonly include black, brown, gray, or black-and-white Landseer markings.

The tail is broad and strong, functioning as a rudder during swimming. Movement should appear smooth, powerful, and highly coordinated with excellent balance and endurance.

The Newfoundland’s structure allows impressive strength and remarkable swimming ability while maintaining stable efficient movement.

Webbed feet contribute greatly to the breed’s natural water-working skills and powerful swimming capability.

Although enormous and heavily coated in appearance, the breed is widely known for its gentle affectionate temperament and calm dependable nature.

Overall, the Newfoundland projects strength, gentleness, intelligence, and classic water-rescue working-dog character through its massive structure and kind expression.

For a broader comparison of how this breed’s size compares to others, see our Dog Size & Weight Guide.

Temperament & Personality

The Newfoundland is known for being gentle, affectionate, calm, and highly devoted to its family. Often described as a true gentle giant, the breed forms exceptionally strong emotional bonds with trusted people and thrives on companionship and close social interaction.

With family members, Newfoundlands are typically loving, patient, and emotionally connected. Many individuals strongly prefer remaining near their people and participating quietly in household routines.

The breed is generally calm and dependable, often making an excellent companion for families with children when properly supervised and socialized.

Newfoundlands are usually socially friendly with both familiar people and strangers when properly socialized. Their approachable temperament contributes greatly to their popularity as family companions.

Because of their emotionally sensitive personality, the breed generally responds best to calm positive interaction and stable household environments. Harsh correction or forceful handling may reduce confidence or create anxiety.

The Newfoundland is intelligent and eager to cooperate, often responding very well to positive reinforcement training and relationship-based guidance.

Many individuals coexist peacefully with other dogs and household pets when properly socialized and supervised.

Because of their deeply social temperament, Newfoundlands generally do not tolerate prolonged isolation well. Without enough companionship and emotional connection, some individuals may become stressed or bored.

Although calm indoors, the breed still possesses working-dog instincts and enjoys swimming, outdoor activity, and mentally engaging tasks.

Many Newfoundlands display natural nurturing tendencies and are famous for their patient gentle demeanor around children.

In the right home, the Newfoundland becomes a loyal, affectionate, emotionally connected companion with exceptional gentleness and dependable temperament.

For a broader overview of personality differences between breed groups, visit our Dog Breed Temperament Guide.

Exercise & Training Needs

The Newfoundland is a moderately active giant working breed that requires regular exercise and mental stimulation to remain physically healthy and emotionally balanced.

Daily walks, swimming, obedience exercises, pulling activities, and interactive outdoor adventures help satisfy the breed’s physical and emotional needs.

Although not hyperactive, the Newfoundland possesses considerable endurance and athletic ability due to its historical working background.

Training is generally highly rewarding because Newfoundlands are intelligent and eager to cooperate closely with people.

Positive reinforcement methods using praise, treats, encouragement, and consistency usually produce excellent long-term results. The breed responds best to calm relationship-based training rather than harsh correction.

Early socialization is extremely important for encouraging confidence around unfamiliar people, animals, sounds, and environments. Positive exposure during puppyhood contributes greatly to stable adaptable adult temperament.

Because of the breed’s giant adult size and physical strength, leash manners, impulse control, and obedience training should begin early during puppyhood.

Exercise should be carefully managed during growth periods because giant breeds mature slowly and excessive strain may stress developing joints and bones.

Many Newfoundlands especially enjoy swimming and often display natural water-rescue instincts even without formal training.

The breed often excels in activities including water rescue, obedience, drafting, cart pulling, therapy work, and scent work.

Newfoundlands generally thrive best in homes where companionship, structured engagement, and moderate exercise are consistently provided.

Although capable of outdoor activity and working tasks, many individuals are calm and relaxed indoors once physical and emotional needs have been properly satisfied.

For owners seeking a gentle giant breed with strong family attachment and calm dependable temperament, the Newfoundland can become an exceptionally rewarding companion.

Learn more on our Dog Training Page.

Grooming Requirements

The Newfoundland has moderate-to-high grooming requirements due to its dense double coat and substantial seasonal shedding cycles.

The thick double coat should be brushed several times per week using slicker brushes, undercoat tools, and grooming combs to remove loose hair and prevent matting.

During seasonal shedding periods, especially in spring and fall, the breed may shed heavily and require more frequent brushing to manage undercoat release effectively.

Bathing is generally needed periodically to maintain coat cleanliness and healthy skin condition, especially following swimming or muddy outdoor activity.

Routine grooming should also include nail trimming, dental care, ear cleaning, and inspection of the skin and coat for irritation or debris.

Because of the breed’s love of water and floppy ears, regular ear maintenance is especially important to help prevent moisture buildup and ear infections.

Maintaining healthy body weight is especially important because giant breeds are more vulnerable to joint stress and mobility issues.

Owners should regularly monitor joints, muscle tone, paw pads, and movement quality throughout the dog’s life.

The dense double coat provides excellent insulation during cold-weather and water-rescue work while still allowing flexibility and athletic movement.

Because Newfoundlands may drool significantly, regular cleaning around the mouth and neck area is often helpful for maintaining hygiene and comfort.

Regular grooming sessions also provide valuable opportunities to monitor skin health, coat quality, and overall physical condition throughout life.

With proper grooming, exercise, preventive care, healthy weight management, and regular maintenance, the Newfoundland maintains its luxurious coat, athletic condition, and gentle giant vitality throughout its life.

Learn more on our Dog Grooming Page.

Health Overview & Testing

The Newfoundland is a gentle, intelligent, and deeply devoted giant working breed known for its massive size, thick water-resistant coat, and exceptional swimming ability. Originally developed in Canada as a working water rescue and fishing companion dog, the Newfoundland is generally considered a capable and affectionate breed, but like many giant working dogs, it can still be prone to several inherited and structural health concerns. Understanding common Newfoundland health problems and recommended breeder health testing can help puppy buyers make more informed decisions when selecting a healthy puppy. Because this breed combines enormous size, heavy bone structure, muscular strength, and moderate endurance, maintaining healthy joints, cardiac wellness, mobility, respiratory function, and overall body condition is especially important throughout the dog’s life.

Health issues sometimes seen in Newfoundlands may include hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, subvalvular aortic stenosis (SAS), cystinuria, gastric dilatation-volvulus (bloat), and age-related arthritis. Some individuals may also develop cruciate ligament injuries, obesity-related orthopedic stress, entropion, heart disease, or hereditary neurological concerns later in life. Because the Newfoundland is a giant deep-chested breed, bloat and gastric torsion remain important emergency risks owners should understand. While not every Newfoundland will develop these conditions, understanding the breed’s health tendencies allows owners to make better long-term decisions regarding breeding, exercise, grooming, nutrition, and preventive veterinary care.

Health Testing & Responsible Breeding

Responsible Newfoundland breeders should perform appropriate health screenings before breeding in order to reduce the likelihood of inherited conditions being passed to future generations. Many puppy buyers are encouraged to ask about health testing, but they are often unsure which evaluations are most important for this breed. In the Newfoundland, careful attention to orthopedic, cardiac, and overall structural health is especially valuable.

Buyers should ask whether the sire and dam have completed OFA or PennHIP hip evaluations, elbow evaluations, cardiac testing for subvalvular aortic stenosis, and cystinuria screening when appropriate. Responsible breeders may also discuss orthopedic longevity, temperament stability, swimming ability, working soundness, and overall lifespan within their bloodlines. Some breeders may additionally monitor for hereditary neurological or immune-related concerns depending on pedigree history.

Unlike some breeds selected primarily for appearance alone, responsible Newfoundland breeding programs often place strong emphasis on healthy movement, stable temperament, and structural soundness because the breed was developed for physically demanding water rescue and hauling work. Ethical breeders understand that preserving the Newfoundland involves much more than maintaining size or coat appearance — it also includes protecting healthy function, emotional stability, cardiac wellness, and long-term vitality.

Before Newfoundland puppies are placed into new homes, they should receive a complete veterinary wellness examination that evaluates the heart, eyes, joints, bite alignment, breathing, parasite status, overall structure, and general physical development. Because giant-breed puppies place substantial stress on developing bones and joints during growth, proper nutrition and carefully managed exercise during puppyhood are especially important. Puppies should also leave with age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming records, feeding guidance, and recommendations for safe socialization, grooming, swimming safety, and growth management during development.

A responsible Newfoundland breeder should willingly provide documentation of completed health clearances and openly discuss inherited health concerns affecting the breed. Puppy buyers should be cautious of breeders who avoid health discussions, refuse to provide testing information, or claim their dogs are completely free of health problems. Ethical breeding focuses on reducing inherited risk through careful selection, health screening, pedigree knowledge, and lifelong breeder support rather than making unrealistic promises.

Preventive Care & Long-Term Wellness

Maintaining healthy body condition is especially important for the Newfoundland because excess weight places significant additional strain on the joints, spine, heart, and overall mobility. Balanced nutrition, portion control, and regular moderate exercise all help support cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, coordination, joint stability, and emotional well-being throughout life.

The Newfoundland is also an intelligent and emotionally connected breed that benefits from companionship, structure, and calm interaction. Walks, swimming, obedience work, scent games, puzzle toys, and moderate outdoor activities all contribute to emotional balance and long-term wellness.

The breed’s thick double coat requires regular brushing and grooming maintenance to help manage shedding and maintain healthy skin and coat condition. Grooming sessions also provide an excellent opportunity to monitor for parasites, lumps, skin irritation, hot spots, coat-quality changes, or developing health concerns.

Because the Newfoundland is a deep-chested giant breed, owners should also learn the warning signs of bloat and gastric torsion, including abdominal swelling, pacing, drooling, unsuccessful vomiting attempts, and sudden distress. Immediate emergency veterinary treatment is critical if these symptoms occur.

Routine veterinary examinations throughout adulthood and senior years remain important for monitoring mobility, orthopedic wellness, cardiac function, respiratory health, skin condition, and overall quality of life. Early detection of developing health concerns often allows for more successful long-term management and improved outcomes.

Lifespan & Senior Newfoundland Care

The Newfoundland often lives approximately 8 to 10 years when responsibly bred and properly cared for. Senior Newfoundlands may gradually develop arthritis, reduced stamina, hearing decline, vision changes, muscle loss, or decreased mobility as they age. Some older dogs may also become more prone to orthopedic stiffness, giant-breed mobility concerns, or cardiac decline during the senior years.

As Newfoundlands enter their senior years, many owners focus on maintaining moderate low-impact exercise, healthy weight management, supportive bedding, joint support, continued mental stimulation, and routine wellness monitoring. Because the breed often remains emotionally connected and gentle throughout life, continued companionship and calm interaction remain especially important even during old age.

With attentive care, preventive veterinary support, responsible breeding, and a healthy lifestyle, many Newfoundlands continue to thrive as affectionate, calm, and highly devoted companions throughout their lives.

Is This Breed Right for You?

The Newfoundland is an intelligent, affectionate, and deeply loyal giant working breed known for its gentle temperament, swimming ability, and strong bond with its family. Originally developed for water rescue and hauling work, the Newfoundland thrives when given companionship, moderate exercise, structure, and responsible leadership.

While loving and adaptable, the Newfoundland is not the ideal fit for every household. Here’s a quick overview to help you decide:

✔ Ideal for:

• Families seeking a gentle and affectionate giant-breed companion
• Owners able to provide structure and responsible leadership
• Homes with enough space for a giant working dog
• People comfortable with grooming and shedding maintenance
• Owners willing to provide companionship and interaction

❌ Not Ideal for:

• People unable to manage giant-breed size and strength
• Homes without enough room for a very large dog
• Owners seeking a low-maintenance or low-shedding breed
• People unprepared for drooling and giant-breed expenses
• Homes unable to provide exercise and companionship

Finding a Responsible Breeder or Rescue

If you’re interested in bringing a dog of this breed into your home, consider adopting from a rescue organization or finding a reputable breeder.

Find a Reliable Rescue:

Read our page about how to adopt from a reliable dog rescue.

Find reliable rescues through our Dog Rescue Directory.

Find a Responsible Breeder:

Read our information page about buying a healthy puppy from a responsible breeder.

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Puppy Considerations

Newfoundland puppies are playful, intelligent, and highly people-oriented from an early age. Early socialization and positive reinforcement training are extremely important to help puppies develop confidence, emotional stability, and appropriate behavior.

Because these puppies mature into giant and physically powerful adults, early structure and responsible socialization are especially important. Their gentle personality, curiosity, and attachment to people often become obvious very early in development.

Puppies benefit from:

• Early socialization with people, dogs, sounds, and environments
• Positive reinforcement training and structured routines
• Moderate exercise appropriate for giant-breed development
• Confidence-building exercises and calm interaction
• Regular grooming handling and coat-care routines

Because Newfoundland puppies are intelligent and emotionally sensitive, calm leadership and consistent training are especially important during development.

Living With a Newfoundland

Living with a Newfoundland is often rewarding for owners who appreciate calm, affectionate, and highly interactive giant-breed companion dogs. These dogs generally form strong bonds with their families and often enjoy participating in outdoor adventures and family activities.

The Newfoundland requires regular physical exercise and mental stimulation to remain healthy and emotionally balanced. Many enjoy swimming, walks, obedience work, scent games, puzzle toys, and relaxed outdoor activities with their families.

This breed generally does best in homes where it receives companionship, structure, training, and responsible leadership. Without enough interaction or engagement, boredom or emotional frustration may become more noticeable.

Although affectionate and social with family members, Newfoundlands may naturally mature slowly and remain playful well into adulthood. Early socialization and responsible ownership are important for helping the breed develop into a confident and stable adult.

Feeding a balanced, high-quality diet and maintaining a healthy weight are important for supporting orthopedic wellness, mobility, muscle condition, cardiac health, and overall quality of life. Routine veterinary care, exercise, training, grooming, and companionship all contribute to helping the breed thrive.

Final Thoughts…

The Newfoundland is an affectionate, intelligent, and deeply loyal giant working breed that thrives with owners who appreciate gentle companionship and strong emotional connection. Their calm temperament, devotion, and remarkable swimming ability make them extraordinary companions in the right homes.

With proper preventive care, socialization, training, grooming, and companionship, the Newfoundland can become a deeply rewarding and highly devoted lifelong companion.

Are you considering adding a Newfoundland to your family?

🐶 Newfoundlands FAQs

How long do Newfoundlands live?

Newfoundlands typically have a lifespan of about 8 to 10 years. As a giant breed, their lifespan is generally shorter than that of smaller dogs.

This breed can be prone to certain health concerns, including heart disease, joint issues, and bloat. Responsible breeding, weight management, and regular veterinary care are especially important for longevity.

What is the Newfoundland temperament like?

Newfoundlands are known for being gentle, calm, and affectionate. They are often described as sweet-natured dogs with a steady, patient disposition.

They tend to be very people-oriented and form strong bonds with their families. Their calm demeanor makes them well suited to a relaxed home environment.

Are Newfoundlands good family dogs?

Yes, Newfoundlands are often excellent family dogs. They are typically very patient and gentle with children and are known for their nurturing instincts.

Due to their large size, supervision around young children is recommended. They do best in homes that provide space, routine, and close companionship.

Do Newfoundlands shed a lot?

Newfoundlands are heavy shedders due to their thick double coat. Shedding occurs year-round, with heavier shedding during seasonal coat changes.

Regular brushing several times per week helps manage shedding and prevents matting. Grooming needs are significant but manageable with consistent care.

Are Newfoundlands easy to train?

Newfoundlands are intelligent and generally eager to please, making them relatively easy to train. They respond well to calm, positive reinforcement methods.

Early training and socialization are important, especially given their size. Consistent guidance helps develop well-mannered and reliable behavior.

Similar Breeds You Might Like

If you’re interested in the Newfoundland, you may also enjoy learning about these similar large and gentle working breeds:

• Saint Bernard – A friendly giant known for patience, loyalty, and a calm family-oriented temperament.
• Great Pyrenees – A gentle livestock guardian valued for calm behavior and devotion to its family.
• Bernese Mountain Dog – A large working breed known for affection, loyalty, and a steady disposition.
• This breed is often considered a good choice for family households due to its temperament and adaptability. See our guide to Best Family Dog Breeds for more family-friendly options.
• Because of its easygoing personality, this breed is often included among the best calm dog breeds for relaxed homes.

🐾 Lisa’s Picks for Newfoundlands

As someone who has worked with dogs for over 50 years—including more than 20 years helping with housebreaking and everyday care—I’m often asked for product recommendations. I’ve found that a few simple items can make a big difference in a dog’s comfort and daily routine.

If you have a Newfoundland or are planning to bring one into your home, these products and tips can help support your journey together.

🛏️ 1. Dog Beds

👉 My Tip:  Waterproof Bed Protection (My Personal Favorite Trick)

One thing I personally do is use twin-size waterproof mattress covers over larger dog beds. They’re easy to wash, protect the bed beneath, and save money long-term—especially helpful for puppies, seniors, or heavy shedders. You can find different colors and patterns that fit your decor.

For tiny dog beds, you can use waterproof pillow covers that fit over the beds to protect them and save money long-term.

I use the same idea around the house, too. Washable, waterproof couch covers are a simple way to protect furniture from dirt, shedding, and accidents—especially helpful with puppies, seniors, or dogs that love the couch.

* Orthopedic Foam Dog Beds:
A high-quality orthopedic bed is one of the best investments you can make for your dog. I recommend these for every breed, once they are out of the chewing stage, especially as they age. They provide joint support, improve comfort, and help dogs truly rest.

* Tough Dog Beds for Dogs That Chew:
If your dog tends to chew or destroy their bedding, a standard plush bed may not last long. In these cases, I recommend tough, chew-resistant dog beds made with reinforced materials.
These are designed to hold up better against digging, scratching, and chewing, and can save you from constantly replacing beds. While no bed is completely indestructible, choosing a more durable option can make a big difference.

* Puppies need Simple Washable Bedding:
For young puppies that are still learning house training, I often suggest starting with simple, washable blankets instead of an expensive dog bed.
Thick towels, fleece throws, or washable pads work very well during this stage. They’re easy to clean, quick to replace, and help protect your main dog beds until your puppy is more reliable. Once house training is more consistent, you can transition to a more permanent, supportive bed.

✂️ 2. Proper Grooming Tools for the Newfoundland Coat

Newfoundlands have a thick, water-resistant double coat with a dense undercoat, so using the right grooming tools is very important for keeping the coat healthy and manageable.

A gentle slicker brush or pin brush works well for regular brushing to remove loose hair and prevent tangles, while an undercoat rake helps remove loose undercoat—especially during seasonal shedding. A metal comb is useful for detail work around the ears, chest, tail, and feathered areas where mats can develop.

Newfoundlands shed heavily during seasonal coat changes (“blowing coat”), and more frequent brushing during these times helps reduce loose hair and prevent undercoat buildup. Because of their thick coat and large size, regular grooming also helps owners check for skin irritation, debris, moisture buildup, and overall coat condition.

Regular brushing:

• Helps prevent mats
• Reduces shedding
• Keeps the coat healthy and water-resistant

🦴 3. Treats (Great for All Dogs)

• Jerky Treats for Dogs: Almost all dogs love soft, easy-to-break NATURAL jerky treats. They’re perfect for rewarding good behavior without overfeeding. Soft jerky treats provide protein and are easy to chew.
  
  
• Tiny Treats for Small Dogs
  For small dogs, I recommend using very tiny, NATURAL training treats that are soft and easy to chew. This lets you reward often without overfeeding.

• Stronger Chew Treats for Larger Dogs
  Dogs that enjoy a more robust chewing experience will benefit from stronger chew treats. Some larger dogs may still go through them quickly, while others will take more time—so it often depends on the individual dog.

👉 My Tip: Check Ingredient Labels

I always recommend checking the ingredient label when choosing treats at the store. Dogs don’t need added sugar or artificial ingredients, and some treats can upset their stomach or cause diarrhea. Look for all-natural ingredient labels, and single ingredient or few ingredient labels are preferred.

It’s important to note that even among the same breed, some dogs enjoy chewing more than others, and many have preferences for certain types of chews. If you notice bleeding gums during chewing, it’s a good idea to have your dog examined by a veterinarian to rule out any dental issues.

🧠 4. Enrichment Toys for Mental Stimulation

Newfoundlands are active, so giving them something to do is important.

An enrichment toy can help:

• Prevent boredom
• Reduce unwanted behaviors
• Keep their mind engaged

When choosing an enrichment toy, think about your dog’s personality and needs. Some dogs love puzzle toys and mental challenges, while others are happier with something they can chew or carry around.

🐕 5. Safe, Comfortable Harness, Collar & Leash

From my experience, choosing the right walking gear can make a big difference in both safety and control. Some harnesses and collars are designed to help prevent dogs from slipping out, which is especially important for strong or easily startled dogs, and those are the types I personally recommend for safety.

Harness: A quality, comfortable properly fitted harness can make walks more comfortable and easier to manage—especially for dogs that tend to pull or get excited outdoors. If you have a dog that tries to wiggle out of their harness, search for an “escape proof” harness that has an extra strap towards the back.

Collar: I use and prefer safety martingale collars, as they can help prevent dogs from backing out of their collar while still being more gentle than traditional collars when used correctly.

Leash: Choose a lightweight leash for small dogs and a sturdier, heavier leash for larger dogs to ensure good control. Nylon leashes are strong and long-lasting. Some leashes also include a comfortable padded handle.

👉 My Tip: Avoid Retractable Leashes

I don’t recommend retractable leashes, as they can break and tangle easily and create safety issues and tripping hazards.

💡 Lisa’s Tip:

You don’t need a lot of products to care for a dog well… just the right ones. Focus on comfort, consistency, and routine, and you’ll make life easier for both you and your dog.

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