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Home and garden event calendar

May 20, 2012 in Home & Garden | No comments

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Calendar of events relating to homes and gardens.

WaySeeker Woods: Open garden 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays through July 7 features self-guided walk through shady, Japanese-style garden in the woods, with hostas, Japanese maples, bamboo, azaleas, statuary, water features and more, 12216 W. River Road, Aylett. Free. (804) 769-2313.

Butterflies LIVE!: Butterflies bring living color to the conservatory Friday-Oct. 14 during garden hours at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave. Included in garden admission of $7-$11. (804) 262-9887.

Rain Barrel Workshops: Chesterfield County department of environmental engineering conducts rain barrel workshops 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday at Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 10300 Courthouse Road. $35; includes materials. www.chesterfield.gov/content2.aspx?id=2855 or (804) 748-1920.

Richmond Rose Society Show: Displays of specimen roses and seminars by consulting rosarians, 1-4 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. May 27 at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave. Included in garden admission of $7-$11. (804) 262-9887.

Saturdays in the Garden: Monticello’s garden programs take place at 9:30 a.m. (unless noted) at various locations on the estate, Albemarle County:

  • Saturday: Antique Roses, Summer Perennials Wine Tasting, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (wine tasting 1-3 p.m.) at Tufton Farm; free.
  • June 2: Herbaceous Plant Propagation Workshop, at Tufton Farm.

Programs are $15 (unless noted) and require registration. www.monticello.org or (434) 984-9880.

Lewis Ginter Programs: Increase your gardening know-how with programs at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave.:

  • Begins May 29: Basic Floral Design, Part 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m. five Tuesdays through June 26, $255-$285.
  • June 7: Rain Barrel Workshop, 9-11 a.m. or 5-7 p.m., $55-$66.
  • June 7: Pollination after Five, evening garden walk on the lookout for bees, butterflies and moths, 6-6:45 p.m., $15, members free.
  • June 12: Floral Design with Wildflowers, 9:30 a.m.-noon, $45-$56.

Registration required for all classes. To register or for course information, visit www.lewisginter.org or call (804) 262-9887, ext. 322.

“The Art and Influence of Japan”: In-depth house tour focusing on decorative arts and home furnishings inspired by Japanese and other Asian cultures, noon June 1 at Maymont Mansion, 1700 Hampton St., $7; reservation recommended. (804) 358-7166, ext. 329. Repeats July 13 and Aug. 3.

Compiled by Pat Row

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Critter Corner: Dog behavior can click into place

May 20, 2012 in Pet Stuff | No comments

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Dear Miss Behavin’: What is “Clicker Training”? I heard about it from a friend and wasn’t quite sure how the it works. I have been using verbal cues to teach my dog, Tyler, new commands. However, he’s inconsistent. How does a “click” teach Tyler to perform behaviors I want?

Tyler’s Mom

A: “Clicker Training” is the term for training or teaching method that entails marking a desired behavior with the sound of a “click,” followed by a reward. The reward can be whatever the animal may desire at that time — a toy, treats, or affection. Research has shown that many creatures, from dogs, cats, dolphins and parrots, to humans, even, will more likely learn and repeat behaviors that result in positive experiences.

The “click” tells the dog exactly what behavior was desired. It’s a distinct and unique sound followed immediately with a reward. The trainer marks the action with a “click,” as the dog performs an action. This allows the dog to know that what he is doing leads to the desired reward.

The “click” is more powerful than verbal cues because it’s a sound that your dog doesn’t often hear. It’s instantly produced at the exact moment the action occurs. When we give our dogs verbal praise, we can say the same word in various ways, holding the word longer, shorter or changing its tone. Compared to the “click,” we are a bit inconsistent. Clicker training makes the learning process

more consistent because the sharp sound is the same every time and a reward occurs each time.

It’s clear communication from you to your canine. Since your dog knows that performing a certain action leads to a reward, clicker training can help develop confidence and learning enthusiasm.

If you’re interested in learning more about Clicker Training, PHS/SPCA is offering a seminar on June 6, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Center for Compassion, 1450 Rollins Road, Burlingame. The seminar will detail how to train your dog with a clicker. Cost is $20, and you can reserve seat(s) by calling 650-340-7022, ext 317.

Training excitement is just a “click” away!

Terri Wong is the behavior and training assistant at the Peninsula Humane Society SPCA. For more information, visit WWW.PHS-SPCA.ORG or call 650-340-7022, ext. 317.

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Our Garden: Living with wildlife

May 18, 2012 in Home & Garden | No comments

While it may often seem that gardeners are focused on keeping wildlife out of the flower beds and vegetable patches, Susan Heckly takes a more inclusive approach — protect what you can, think beyond your own garden and work with nature instead of against it.

Heckly, wildlife rehabilitation director at the Lindsay Wildlife Museum in Walnut Creek and a Contra Costa Master Gardener, was the speaker at this week’s Our Garden, talking on how to live with the animals with whom we share our suburbs. Here are some highlights from her talk.

Don’t judge too fast

We all know raccoons can damage lawns, woodpeckers can tap-tap-tap holes into our siding and snakes may

give us the shivers. But instead of trying to chase those animals away, listen to the messages they may be sending.

Raccoons are destroying your lawn to get to the grubs hiding under the grass. The same grubs that are killing your lawn and leaving unsightly brown patches. Say thank you to the raccoon for pointing out the infestation, then take better care of your lawn and the raccoons will likely go dine somewhere else.

Woodpeckers drill holes in wood for three reasons, Heckly says — for housing, to store acorns and thirdly, to search for insects. If you’ve got a woodpecker searching for insects in your siding, Heckly says, you’ve got bigger problems than the bird. Thank the woodpecker for exposing a serious problem and call

someone to deal with termites or other insect infestations. Like the raccoons, the woodpeckers will probably move on to find another food source.

Many people have phobias about snakes, but gopher and kingsnakes can be the gardener’s friend, eating gophers, mice and rats, and making your garden and yard less attractive to those pests.

Biological control

All wildlife have natural predators, some of which you should encourage to visit often. Installing a barn owl box and inviting the owl to dine on roof rats is one example. But you also can try to live in harmony with most wildlife. Weeds are a very necessary food source for some animals. By allowing one part of your garden to grow weedy, you may distract them from the parts of your garden that you don’t want them to visit.

Physical deterrents

Heckly discourages the use of poisons when it comes to gophers, squirrels, birds, rats and other animals that might be eating your plants and fruits. The risk of passing the poison onto raptors and other predators is too great. Instead, she says, try to outsmart the pests.

Netting can keep out birds, fencing can stop deer, flashing on the sides of houses and raised beds can keep away animals that climb and perch. Devices that detect motion, make a loud noise and send a spray of water toward an intruder — such as the Scarecrow brand — are good ways to keep a lot of creatures away. Hanging “bird scare tape” around the plants can discourage birds from feeding on ripe berries and tomatoes. Some may have to resort to “caging” plants and even fruit to keep it safe. And sometimes the battle just can’t be won. But experiment, Heckly says, and see what happens.

Our Garden news

It’s official. All the paperwork has been signed, sealed and delivered, and work is starting on Our Garden II, located at the corner of Shadelands Drive and Wiget Avenue in Walnut Creek, less than a block from our first garden at the Contra Costa Times building. Volunteers began digging post holes this week, and the fencing — courtesy of Home Depot — will be installed May 31.

We likely won’t be planting anything other than compost crops at the new garden this season, but you’ll be able to watch it develop from an empty lot to a true garden. In addition to Home Depot’s gift of materials and volunteer builders, Gary Gragg, owner of Golden Gate Palms and Exotics in Point Richmond, and a frequent contributor to the Home Garden section, is donating avocado trees.

Next week

Master Gardener Terry Lippert talks about container vegetable gardening. Our Garden classes are at 10 a.m. Wednesdays at the Contra Costa Times, 2640 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek. Classes are free. Master Gardeners also are on hand to answer questions, diagnose sick plants and identify pests.

— Joan Morris

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Dog and Baby Expert Offers Parents a Free Webinar for Dog Bite Prevention Week

May 18, 2012 in Pet Stuff | No comments

A headline about a dog injuring a baby or toddler brings heartache to everyone it reaches. Often this leads to reflexive fear or uncertainty about dogs around children. In honor of dog bite prevention week, Family Paws Parent Education Founder, Jennifer Shryock is offering a free webinar titled “The Inclusion of Family Dogs for Success: Building Dog-Child Bonds” available through the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.

Cary, NC (PRWEB) May 18, 2012

Family Paws Parent Education (FPPE) offers new and expecting families information about dog behavior and communication BEFORE there is a concern or problem. One way FPPE is reaching families is through webinars like “The Inclusion of Family Dogs for Success: Building Dog-Child Bonds” being offered for free for dog bite prevention week.

The challenge of dog bite prevention education is reaching families that believe that their dog would never bite their child. Their dog is a “good” dog and “good” dogs don’t bite…right? Not necessarily. “Good” dogs “communicate” like dogs. They are masters at using many parts of their bodies for subtle communication. Communication that is present, but often missed in a household busy with a baby or toddler.

Babies and toddlers do not come with a parent guide or manual, but when they are stressed, tired or fearful they do communicate in ways that parents can naturally understand. Dogs can’t ask for space or use words to communicate fear, anxiety, stress or pain but dogs do communicate using their body language. Many people are not familiar with and do not naturally understand this type of canine communication. These important topics are covered in the FPPE programs and online webinars. Most bites are a result of a combination of incorrect expectations and lack of awareness about the many subtle signals dogs do offer to indicate stress, conflict, discomfort or a need for space.

Parents are encouraged to be open to learning about their dog’s communication. The more education parents receive about the body language of canine communication, the easier it will be for them to keep both their dogs and their children safe and happy.

These differences between dog communication and human communication are a main cause of conflict and stress in homes where dogs and newly mobile babies live together. Through Family Paws Parent Education classes in communities and webinars online, FPPE is making a difference in the lives of families and dogs worldwide!

The creator of the programs, certified dog behavior consultant Jennifer Shryock, has been involved with dogs since a very young age. She has a Bachelors Degree in Special Education and is the mother of four children. Shryock is also the U.S. VP for Doggone Safe a non-profit dedicated to dog bite prevention and victim support. Along with her private dog behavior consulting business, Family Paws, the Shryock family has fostered over 70 dogs and many cats over the years providing ample hands-on learning opportunities. It was through fostering and becoming active in dog rescue that Jennifer saw the need for dog education specific to new and expecting families.

Frequently dogs are abandoned or re-homed due to lack of knowledge of available resources and support. Education and preparation make all the difference in the world when it comes to safe interactions between babies and dogs. Dogs Storks® and The Dog and Baby Connection™ provides consistent and current information through qualified, licensed presenters. By addressing concerns or behavioral challenges up front, families can set proper expectations and practice new routines both well before and after baby arrives. Providing this resource is what motivated Jennifer Shryock to create the programs Dogs Storks® and The Dog and Baby Connection™ “I want to make education available even before they know they need it!” FPPE offers ongoing support for new and expecting families with dogs! Jennifer believes by offering Dogs Storks® and The Dog and Baby Connection™, this type of education will become as common as other parenting and childbirth classes. That is tail wagging news for dogs everywhere!

Jennifer Shryock B.A. CDBC
Family Paws Parent Education
(919) 961-1608
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Canada Wide Media Ltd. Unveils BC Home & Garden Magazine

May 16, 2012 in Home & Garden | No comments


BURNABY, BRITISH COLUMBIA, May 16, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) –
Karen Foss, President, Canada Wide Media Ltd., is pleased to
announce the repositioning of GardenWise magazine and BCHome magazine
to create BC Home Garden magazine, effective with the May/June
issue.

“Combining the two magazines into one comprehensive product allows
these products to evolve and respond to our readers’ needs. We need
to ensure both publications continue to be relevant to our audience
of home-owners who are looking for ideas and inspiration to enhance
the inside and outside of their homes,” explains Foss.

Publisher Samantha Legge adds that, “BC Home Garden magazine’s
mandate is to inspire its high-income, well-educated readers with the
latest in design trends, furnishings, style advice, garden and
landscape ideas.”

The circulation will remain at 35,000 and be distributed to 18,000
engaged, paid subscribers, as well as select retail and garden centre
newsstand outlets and premiere showrooms throughout B.C., reaching
homeowners who are currently engaged in making improvements to their
homes and gardens.

Readers will still find gardening tips from Sharon Hanna on what to
do in the garden every month; wise and witty Earthwords by Des
Kennedy; native-plant insights by Richard Hebda; Zero-Mile recipes
and tips by Carolyn Herriot; and plant advice from Conway Lum, Wim
Vander Zalm, Sheena Adams, Christina Symons, and horticultural editor
Carolyn Jones.

BC Home Garden magazine is available for subscription by calling
1-800-663-0518. The one-year rate is $19.95 plus GST for six issues.
It is also available at newsstands and garden retail outlets.

Canada Wide Media Limited is a privately-held company with revenues
of more than $25 million, and provides a diverse range of media
services and products, ranging from high-end print publications to
the latest in digital media. The company’s publications include many
leading magazine titles and websites such as BCBusiness, Westworld,
BC Home Garden and the recently launched website, bcliving.

        Contacts:
        Canada Wide Media Limited
        Samantha Legge
        604-473-0378
        604-299-9188 (FAX)
        slegge@canadawide.com

SOURCE: Canada Wide Media Limited

        mailto:slegge@canadawide.com

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Sign up for Ankeny Dog Park behavior classes

May 16, 2012 in Pet Stuff | No comments

The Ankeny Dog Park is working with Canine Craze Performance Center to offer a new three-part behavior education series in a continuing effort to ensure a safe and positive dog park experience. The program consists of two-hour classes on Saturday, May 19, June 16 and July 14. They are designed to help park visitors understand canine communication, recognize body language and signals, and learn appropriate behaviors and responses.

Session 1 – Reading Dog Behavior will be from 10 a.m. to noon May 19 at Canine Craze, 3101 104th St. Suite 3 in Urbandale. This session is required for subsequent sessions and strongly recommended for new Dog Park users or those with no prior dog training experience. Do not bring your dog to this class.

Session 2 – Indentifying Dog Signals will be from 10 a.m. to noon June 16 at the Ankeny Dog Park. It is an observation session to review, discuss and test what was learned in the first class. Do not bring your dog to this class.

Session 3 – Dog-Dog Introductions will be from 10 a.m. to noon July 14 at the Ankeny Dog Park. Bring your dog to this interactive session. There will be a professional trainer facilitating canine introductions and play groups with participants’ dogs.

The cost is $30 per class or $75 for the whole series. Classes may be taken individually, but only in sequential order. The program is beneficial for anyone with or without dogs who want to learn more about dog behavior.

Email Info@CanineCraze.com with questions or to reserve a spot or call or 222-1112. Reference Dog Park series in the subject line of emails. Visit www.AnkenyDogPark.org for more information, subscribe to the Dog Park’s email list, like on Facebook or follow on Twitter.

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Springtime Home, Garden and Craftsmen Expo set for this month

May 14, 2012 in Home & Garden | No comments

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Millville residents Kathy and Beau Wright also have organized the Springtime Home, Garden and Craftsmen Expo, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 19-20 at the Buena Vista Camping Resort on Route 40 in Buena.

More than 125 companies and craftsmen will attend the show, with a total of about 150 booths, Kathy Wright said.

Homeowners will find companies to help with every kind of home project.

Among the businesses: Vann Dodge in Vineland, Crossroad Trailers of Newfield and Cumberland Air Solutions, an air purifying company. R.E. Cummines will build a large outdoor display at the show. The show will feature gutter companies, green business, window and door businesses, driveway sealing and coating services, wells and irrigation businesses, vinyl fencing companies, security firms, kitchen refacing services and cutlery businesses. Home-based business such as Longaberger baskets and Tupperware also will be on hand.

Artists and craftsmen will be on hand selling everything from quilts and ceramics to handcrafted jewelry, primatives and glassware.

Balic Winery will sample some of their wines and a cookware company will hold cooking demonstrations.

Adelante, a jazz band from Millville and Vineland, will perform, as will Hofenakuf, a band that plays a mix of pop songs with a jazzy spin.

Among the food will be Brother Bear’s Barbecue from Chesilhurst and Steakout Home Plate of Pittsgrove. Donny D’s Festival Foods of Old Bridge will sell funnel cake, Italian water ice, fried Oreos and more. A Millville company will sell kettle corn.

The Little Miss Springtime Pageant will be held, with contestants invited to dress in spring costumes. The pageant will be held at 2 p.m. May 20.

Also, a container garden competition will be held. Gardeners are invited to bring in their best container garden to the expo between 10 a.m. and noon on Saturday, May 19. First- second- and third-place winners will be announced later Saturday night.

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New Dog Care Guide for Tucson Dog Owners Released

May 14, 2012 in Pet Stuff | No comments

Tucson resident, Dog Behavioral Therapist Master Trainer Gerard Raneri, has released a new summer guide for dog owners intended to ensure Southern Arizona residents and their canines remain happy and healthy during Sonoran desert summer heat.

Tucson, AZ (PRWEB) May 14, 2012

The Sonoran desert climate can be tough on dogs, especially during summer, but Tucson dog training specialist Gerard Raneri has released a new guide to help ensure dogs and puppies remain safe and healthy during the summer months.

The desert heat can be very hard on dogs, and Southern Arizona residents may not realize the various risks to their beloved family pets this summer.

The heat can cause dehydration, the sun can burn exposed skin, and hot pavement can burn dog paws. All these risks can lead to unnecessary pain, discomfort and even death.

“The summer can be brutal on our dogs, and it is absolutely vital we remember a few tips to help our furry friends cope with the desert heat,” said the dog behavior specialist.

A number of breeds were never intended for desert life, according to the site, and its an owners responsibility to take measures to ensure their pets are hydrated properly and comfortable this summer.

“Remember your dog is wearing a fur coat, proper shade and cool, clean water, are essential. Heat stroke or death can happen incredibly fast in this climate if precautions aren’t taken,” added Mr. Raneri.

Visitors to the site can review the revealed dog care and training tips for free and are encouraged to call direct to speak with the dog behavior specialist regarding any concerns or behavior issues owners are encountering.

Mr. Raneri specializes in helping owners stop aggressive dog behavior, puppy training, basic obedience and stopping problem behavior. Mr. Raneri offers a lifetime guarantee and comes to your home where your dog learns quickest.

Contact:

Gerard Raneri, Bark Busters Tucson Dog Training.

(520) 440-8848

http://www.dogtrainingtucsonaz.com

Gerard Raneri
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Asheville area Home & Garden calendar for the coming week – Asheville Citizen

May 12, 2012 in Home & Garden | No comments

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Send items for the home and garden calendar to Bruce Steele at BSteele@Citizen-Times.com two weeks before the event. Or mail to Bruce Steele, Asheville Citizen-Times, P.O. Box 2090, Asheville, NC 28802.

THIS WEEKEND

FIBER WEEKEND: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. today and Sunday, Folk Art Center, Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway. A celebration of textile arts from the Southern Highland Craft Guild. Demos of dyeing, sheep shearing, weaving, tapestry, lace tatting and more. Children’s activities. Fashion Shows of Wearable Art, 1 and 3 p.m. Sunday. www.craftguild.org or 298-7928.

ART IN BLOOM: A Celebration of Artful Gardens, through Sunday, Tryon and Landrum, S.C. Tours of five gardens, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today, each staffed by master gardener with local artist at work. Free parking with shuttle service at Family Dollar shopping center, 1005 U.S. 176 South at Lakeshore Drive, between Landrum and Tryon. $20. Free garden art bazaar, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today, downtown Tryon and Landrum, S.C.; art sculpture exhibit, 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Tryon Fine Arts Center. Tickets now on sale for all events. Call 859-8322 or visit www.art-in-bloom.org or www.tryonarts.org.

PLANT SALE: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. today, Corneille Bryan Native Garden, County Road and Ivey Lane, Lake Junaluska. Includes native perennials grown from seed collected in the garden. To learn more, call Janet at 778-5938.

GROWING TOMATOES: Free series presented by Extension Master Gardener volunteers. Second program offered at 9:05 a.m. today in the MANNA Demonstration Garden, 627 Swannanoa River Road. Third program at 1:30 p.m. June 20, Extension Office Classroom, and at 9:05 a.m. June 23, MANNA Demonstration Garden. Call 255-5522.

BACKYARD COMPOSTING WORM BINS: Sustainable living workshop, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. today, Cooperative Extension Office, Jackson Park, Hendersonville. Sponsored by the Environmental and Conservation Organization. Composting demo at 9:30 a.m., hands-on worm bin workshop 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $10; advance registration required. Call 692-0385 or visit www.eco-wnc.org.

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Duck Is Mauled in Central Park, Apparently by a Loose Dog

May 12, 2012 in Pet Stuff | No comments

The park ranger discovered the duck in the pond near 59th Street, at the southern edge of the park, and took it to Animal General, a veterinary hospital on the Upper West Side. The duck also had bite marks on the back of its neck. “There was no treating it,” said Karen Heidgerd, the hospital administrator, who determined that the wounds were consistent with a dog bite. “There was nothing else it could have been, based on the injuries.”

The duck’s injuries were first reported (warning: graphic photo) on DNAinfo.com.

In many areas of Central Park, as well as in parks across the city, dogs are allowed off-leash from 9 p.m. to 9 a.m., a privilege dog owners had sought for years. But in Central Park, dogs are prohibited from all water bodies, as well as playgrounds, ball fields and some meadows and woodlands.

Supporters of off-leash privileges expressed dismay about the incident and said dog owners had to control their animals. “Off-leash does not mean that you just let the dog wander,” said Bob Marino, president of New York Council of Dog Owner Groups, an umbrella organization. “Dogs have to be in sight and be able to come back on voice command.”

It is unclear how often such attacks occur. Ms. Heidgerd said that a year ago another mallard from Central Park was brought in with similar wounds and also had to be euthanized. Sometimes, wild animals are the aggressors: in 2000 a swan in Central Park killed a terrier.

“This doesn’t happen frequently because people typically abide by the rules regarding dog behavior and control,” said Dena Libner, a spokeswoman for the Central Park Conservancy, the nonprofit group that manages the park. “When it does happen, it’s a very sad thing.”

Ms. Heidgerd, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, said that in the spring ducks are more territorial as they sit on eggs or care for young. “Even dogs on a leash can be a problem,” she said. “There are a lot of babies in the park.”

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Article source: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/05/11/nyregion/duck-is-mauled-in-central-park-apparently-by-a-dog.html

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