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Book Top 10 Senior Friendly Breeds

    Book Details:
  • Author : Dog Care Professionals
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2017-06-06
  • ISBN : 9781547226504
  • Pages : 44 pages

Download or read book Top 10 Senior Friendly Breeds written by Dog Care Professionals and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-06-06 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Top 10 Senior Friendly Breeds: A Dog Care Professionals Textbook Guide To The World's Most Senior Friendly Dog Breeds," by Dog Care Professionals, Is an essential purchase for anyone with an interest in the most popular elderly and senior friendly breeds of dog. When purchasing a dog to live in a household that contains an Senior person it is considered best practice to purchase a breed known for its affectionate and loving nature. Affectionate dog breeds generally get along well with Senior people, strangers, children and other animals. However some highly affectionate dog breeds can become highly protective over their owners - and thus do not get along well with other animals and strangers. This manual is made up of the most affectionate breeds of dog who also have a quiet demeanor and a loyal and relaxed nature. The breeds mentioned within this manual are always delighted to meet new people and make new friends. These breeds will enthusiastically greet any new comer and will always be a constant source of positivity and friendliness. The dogs mentioned within these pages love nothing more than socializing with their family unit, other people and other animals due to their happy, outgoing, positive and loving natures. This Top 10 Guide was created for the purpose of aiding potential new owners in choosing an Child Friendly dog breed that suits their family, finances and personal situation. This textbook therefore includes a description, history overview and breed characteristics of each of the 10 breeds. It is important to remember that the highracry of dog breeds within this text book is based upon the collective opinion of the Dog Care Professionals family. Thank you for purchasing our pet care manual on caring for Dog. We hope you have found the information both interesting and informative. We hope that this book has allowed you to make an informed choice on whether owning a Dog suits you and if so we hope that the information will help you to provide the best quality care for your Dog. We will be publishing multiple other dog care manuals on our author page on Kindle. If you have an interest in learning more about specific dog breeds then we highly suggest you check out our other work. Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about providing the best quality information to our customers. We would highly appreciate any feedback, or reviews, you could leave us on our Kindle page to allow us to help create the best possible pet care products available on the market. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about dog care. As a brand we have a strong idea of what makes up a good pet care book. We consult with multiple experts in each multiple different fields to allow us to create a book filled with cumulative opinions and best practices. The experts we consult range from veterinarians to every day pet keepers who have had years of experience caring for the specific breed each book is on. Our aim, and mission, is to produce the best possible dog care books that are a great value for money. Tags: Dog, Dog care, Dog puppy, Dog dog care, Dog pet, Dog pet care, Dog guide, Dog care guide, Dog manual, Dog care manual, Dog training, Dog breed, Dog breeding, Dog obedience, Dog puppy, Dog puppy care, Dog puppy guide, Dog puppy care guide, Dog puppies, Dog dog, Dog dog training, Dog dog care, Dog dog pet, Dog food, Dog purchase, Dog online, Dog leash, Dog toy, Dog toys, Dog bowl, Dog bed, Dog dog bed, Dog kennel, Dog treat, Dog family, Dog male, Dog female, Dog adult, Dog young, Dog baby,

Book The Intelligence of Dogs

    Book Details:
  • Author : Stanley Coren
  • Publisher : Simon and Schuster
  • Release : 2006-01-05
  • ISBN : 0743280873
  • Pages : 322 pages

Download or read book The Intelligence of Dogs written by Stanley Coren and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2006-01-05 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Combining heroic stories of dogs with the latest scientific and psychological information, this book has provoked controversy with its lists that rank more than 100 breeds and its exciting new insights into the thoughts, emotions, and inner lives of dogs.

Book The Top 10 Longest Living Dog Breeds

Download or read book The Top 10 Longest Living Dog Breeds written by Larry Slawson and published by Larry Slawson. This book was released on 2020-08-08 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This eBook examines the 10 longest-living dog breeds in the world. It provides a direct analysis of each dog's physical characteristics, personality, and life expectancy.

Book Top 10 Andalucia   Costa Del Sol

Download or read book Top 10 Andalucia Costa Del Sol written by Jeffrey Kennedy and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008-02-01 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on the same standards of accuracy as the acclaimed DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, The DK Top 10 Guides use exciting colorful photography and excellent cartography to provide a reliable and useful travel guide. Dozens of Top 10 lists provide vital information on each destination, as well as insider tips, from avoiding the crowds to finding out the freebies, The DK Top 10 Guides take the work out of planning any trip.

Book CoolChickenBreeds

    Book Details:
  • Author : Jeanette Johnson
  • Publisher : Alpha Book Publisher
  • Release : 2023-04-27
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 469 pages

Download or read book CoolChickenBreeds written by Jeanette Johnson and published by Alpha Book Publisher. This book was released on 2023-04-27 with total page 469 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "CoolChickenBreeds: The Ultimate Guide to Chicken" is the go-to resource for any chicken owner looking to optimize their bird's health and productivity. Written by a seasoned chicken breeder with years of experience, this comprehensive guide covers everything from the basics of chicken nutrition to advanced feeding strategies for specific breeds and ages. With practical tips and easy-to-follow instructions, readers will learn how to create a balanced diet using a variety of feed sources, supplements, and treats. Whether you're a backyard hobbyist or a commercial farmer, "CoolChickenBreeds" is an essential tool for keeping your chickens healthy and thriving. https://www.coolchickenbreeds.com

Book Top 10 Dog Friendly Dog Breeds

    Book Details:
  • Author : Dog Care Professionals
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2017-06
  • ISBN : 9781547108794
  • Pages : 44 pages

Download or read book Top 10 Dog Friendly Dog Breeds written by Dog Care Professionals and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-06 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Top 10 Dog Friendly Dog Breeds: A Dog Care Professionals Textbook Guide To The World's Most Social and Friendly Dog Breeds," by Dog Care Professionals, Is an essential purchase for anyone with an interest in the most popular and social breeds of dog. When purchasing a dog for companionship it is considered best practice to purchase a breed known for its affectionate and loving nature. Affectionate dog breeds generally get along well with strangers, children and other animals. However some highly affectionate dog breeds can become highly protective over their owners - and thus do not get along well with other animals and strangers. This manual is made up of the most affectionate, social and friendly breeds of dog. The breeds mentioned within this manual are always delighted to meet new people, new dogs, and other animals as they love nothing more than making new friends. These breeds will enthusiastically greet any new comer and will always be a constant source of positivity and friendliness. The dogs mentioned within these pages love nothing more than socializing with their family unit, other people and other animals due to their happy, outgoing, positive and loving natures. This Top 10 Guide was created for the purpose of aiding potential new owners in choosing an Dog Friendly dog breed that suits their family, finances and personal situation. This textbook therefore includes a description, history overview and breed characteristics of each of the 10 breeds. It is important to remember that the highracry of dog breeds within this text book is based upon the collective opinion of the Dog Care Professionals family Thank you for purchasing our pet care manual on caring for Dog. We hope you have found the information both interesting and informative. We hope that this book has allowed you to make an informed choice on whether owning a Dog suits you and if so we hope that the information will help you to provide the best quality care for your Dog. We will be publishing multiple other dog care manuals on our author page on Kindle. If you have an interest in learning more about specific dog breeds then we highly suggest you check out our other work. Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about providing the best quality information to our customers. We would highly appreciate any feedback, or reviews, you could leave us on our Kindle page to allow us to help create the best possible pet care products available on the market. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about dog care. As a brand we have a strong idea of what makes up a good pet care book. We consult with multiple experts in each multiple different fields to allow us to create a book filled with cumulative opinions and best practices. The experts we consult range from veterinarians to every day pet keepers who have had years of experience caring for the specific breed each book is on. Our aim, and mission, is to produce the best possible dog care books that are a great value for money. Tags: Dog, Dog care, Dog puppy, Dog dog care, Dog pet, Dog pet care, Dog guide, Dog care guide, Dog manual, Dog care manual, Dog training, Dog breed, Dog breeding, Dog obedience, Dog puppy, Dog puppy care, Dog puppy guide, Dog puppy care guide, Dog puppies, Dog dog, Dog dog training, Dog dog care, Dog dog pet, Dog food, Dog purchase, Dog online, Dog leash, Dog toy, Dog toys, Dog bowl, Dog bed, Dog dog bed, Dog kennel, Dog treat, Dog family, Dog male, Dog female, Dog adult, Dog young, Dog baby,

Book American Poultry Advocate

Download or read book American Poultry Advocate written by and published by . This book was released on 1918 with total page 604 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Top 10 Child Friendly Dog Breeds

    Book Details:
  • Author : Dog Care Professionals
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2017-06
  • ISBN : 9781547108480
  • Pages : 44 pages

Download or read book Top 10 Child Friendly Dog Breeds written by Dog Care Professionals and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-06 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Top 10 Child Friendly Dog Breeds: A Dog Care Professionals Textbook Guide To The World's Most Patient, Caring and Child Friendly Dog Breeds," by Dog Care Professionals, Is an essential purchase for anyone with an interest in the most popular child friendly breeds of dog. When purchasing a dog to live in a household that contains children it is considered best practice to purchase a breed known for its affectionate and loving nature. Affectionate dog breeds generally get along well with strangers, children and other animals. However some highly affectionate dog breeds can become highly protective over their owners - and thus do not get along well with other animals and strangers. This manual is made up of the most affectionate breeds of dog. The breeds mentioned within this manual are always delighted to meet new people and make new friends. These breeds will enthusiastically greet any new comer and will always be a constant source of positivity and friendliness. The dogs mentioned within these pages love nothing more than socializing with their family unit, other people and other animals due to their happy, outgoing, positive and loving natures. Both large and small breeds have their benefits when it comes to being kept in a household with children: large breeds are less likely to be hurt during play but are more likely to accidently knock a child over. This Top 10 Guide was created for the purpose of aiding potential new owners in choosing an Child Friendly dog breed that suits their family, finances and personal situation. This textbook therefore includes a description, history overview and breed characteristics of each of the 10 breeds. It is important to remember that the highracry of dog breeds within this text book is based upon the collective opinion of the Dog Care Professionals family. Thank you for purchasing our pet care manual on caring for Dog. We hope you have found the information both interesting and informative. We hope that this book has allowed you to make an informed choice on whether owning a Dog suits you and if so we hope that the information will help you to provide the best quality care for your Dog. We will be publishing multiple other dog care manuals on our author page on Kindle. If you have an interest in learning more about specific dog breeds then we highly suggest you check out our other work. Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about providing the best quality information to our customers. We would highly appreciate any feedback, or reviews, you could leave us on our Kindle page to allow us to help create the best possible pet care products available on the market. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about dog care. As a brand we have a strong idea of what makes up a good pet care book. We consult with multiple experts in each multiple different fields to allow us to create a book filled with cumulative opinions and best practices. The experts we consult range from veterinarians to every day pet keepers who have had years of experience caring for the specific breed each book is on. Our aim, and mission, is to produce the best possible dog care books that are a great value for money. Tags: Dog, Dog care, Dog puppy, Dog dog care, Dog pet, Dog pet care, Dog guide, Dog care guide, Dog manual, Dog care manual, Dog training, Dog breed, Dog breeding, Dog obedience, Dog puppy, Dog puppy care, Dog puppy guide, Dog puppy care guide, Dog puppies, Dog dog, Dog dog training, Dog dog care, Dog dog pet, Dog food, Dog purchase, Dog online, Dog leash, Dog toy, Dog toys, Dog bowl, Dog bed, Dog dog bed, Dog kennel, Dog treat, Dog family, Dog male, Dog female, Dog adult, Dog young, Dog baby,

Book Top 10 Stranger Friendly Dog Breeds

    Book Details:
  • Author : Dog Care Professionals
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2017-06
  • ISBN : 9781547108947
  • Pages : 44 pages

Download or read book Top 10 Stranger Friendly Dog Breeds written by Dog Care Professionals and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-06 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Top 10 Stranger Friendly Dog Breeds: A Dog Care Professionals Textbook Guide To The World's Most Stranger Friendly Dog Breeds," by Dog Care Professionals, Is an essential purchase for anyone with an interest in the most popular stranger friendly breeds of dog. When purchasing a dog for companionship it is considered best practice to purchase a breed known for its affectionate and loving nature. Affectionate dog breeds generally get along well with strangers, children and other animals. However some highly affectionate dog breeds can become highly protective over their owners - and thus do not get along well with other animals and strangers. This manual is made up of the most affectionate, social and friendly breeds of dog. The breeds mentioned within this manual are always delighted to meet new people, new dogs, and other animals as they love nothing more than making new friends. These breeds will enthusiastically greet any new comer and will always be a constant source of positivity and friendliness. The dogs mentioned within these pages love nothing more than socializing with their family unit, other people and other animals due to their happy, outgoing, positive and loving natures. This Top 10 Guide was created for the purpose of aiding potential new owners in choosing an Stranger Friendly dog breed that suits their family, finances and personal situation. This textbook therefore includes a description, history overview and breed characteristics of each of the 10 breeds. It is important to remember that the highracry of dog breeds within this text book is based upon the collective opinion of the Dog Care Professionals family. Thank you for purchasing our pet care manual on caring for Dog. We hope you have found the information both interesting and informative. We hope that this book has allowed you to make an informed choice on whether owning a Dog suits you and if so we hope that the information will help you to provide the best quality care for your Dog. We will be publishing multiple other dog care manuals on our author page on Kindle. If you have an interest in learning more about specific dog breeds then we highly suggest you check out our other work. Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about providing the best quality information to our customers. We would highly appreciate any feedback, or reviews, you could leave us on our Kindle page to allow us to help create the best possible pet care products available on the market. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about dog care. As a brand we have a strong idea of what makes up a good pet care book. We consult with multiple experts in each multiple different fields to allow us to create a book filled with cumulative opinions and best practices. The experts we consult range from veterinarians to every day pet keepers who have had years of experience caring for the specific breed each book is on. Our aim, and mission, is to produce the best possible dog care books that are a great value for money. Tags: Dog, Dog care, Dog puppy, Dog dog care, Dog pet, Dog pet care, Dog guide, Dog care guide, Dog manual, Dog care manual, Dog training, Dog breed, Dog breeding, Dog obedience, Dog puppy, Dog puppy care, Dog puppy guide, Dog puppy care guide, Dog puppies, Dog dog, Dog dog training, Dog dog care, Dog dog pet, Dog food, Dog purchase, Dog online, Dog leash, Dog toy, Dog toys, Dog bowl, Dog bed, Dog dog bed, Dog kennel, Dog treat, Dog family, Dog male, Dog female, Dog adult, Dog young, Dog baby,

Book Small Stock Magazine

Download or read book Small Stock Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1950 with total page 1050 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book White Breeders  Companion

Download or read book White Breeders Companion written by and published by . This book was released on 1915 with total page 882 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book American Hereford Journal

Download or read book American Hereford Journal written by and published by . This book was released on 1925 with total page 1226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Information Design

Download or read book Information Design written by Alison Black and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-01-12 with total page 853 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Information Design provides citizens, business and government with a means of presenting and interacting with complex information. It embraces applications from wayfinding and map reading to forms design; from website and screen layout to instruction. Done well it can communicate across languages and cultures, convey complicated instructions, even change behaviours. Information Design offers an authoritative guide to this important multidisciplinary subject. The book weaves design theory and methods with case studies of professional practice from leading information designers across the world. The heavily illustrated text is rigorous yet readable and offers a single, must-have, reference to anyone interested in information design or any of its related disciplines such as interaction design and information architecture, information graphics, document design, universal design, service design, map-making and wayfinding.

Book Mark Lane Express

    Book Details:
  • Author :
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 1922
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 566 pages

Download or read book Mark Lane Express written by and published by . This book was released on 1922 with total page 566 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Top 10 Affectionate Dog Breeds

    Book Details:
  • Author : Dog Care Professionals
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2017-06
  • ISBN : 9781547108268
  • Pages : 44 pages

Download or read book Top 10 Affectionate Dog Breeds written by Dog Care Professionals and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-06 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Top 10 Affectionate Dog Breeds: A Dog Care Professionals Textbook Guide To The World's Most Loving, Affectionate and Friendly Dog Breeds," by Dog Care Professionals, Is an essential purchase for anyone with an interest in the most popular and affectionate breeds of dog. When purchasing a dog for companionship it is considered best practice to purchase a breed known for its affectionate and loving nature. Affectionate dog breeds generally get along well with strangers, children and other animals. However some highly affectionate dog breeds can become highly protective over their owners - and thus do not get along well with other animals and strangers. This manual is made up of the most affectionate breeds of dog. The breeds mentioned within this manual are always delighted to meet new people and make new friends. These breeds will enthusiastically greet any new comer and will always be a constant source of positivity and friendliness. The dogs mentioned within these pages love nothing more than socializing with their family unit, other people and other animals due to their happy, outgoing, positive and loving natures. This Top 10 Guide was created for the purpose of aiding potential new owners in choosing an Affectionate dog breed that suits their family, finances and personal situation. This textbook therefore includes a description, history overview and breed characteristics of each of the 10 breeds. It is important to remember that the highracry of dog breeds within this text book is based upon the collective opinion of the Dog Care Professionals family. While this guide is made up of the most affectionate dog breeds - it is important to note that the personality of any dog is based upon its experiences, lifestyle and personality and is therefore not set in stone. Thank you for purchasing our pet care manual on caring for Dog. We hope you have found the information both interesting and informative. We hope that this book has allowed you to make an informed choice on whether owning a Dog suits you and if so we hope that the information will help you to provide the best quality care for your Dog. We will be publishing multiple other dog care manuals on our author page on Kindle. If you have an interest in learning more about specific dog breeds then we highly suggest you check out our other work. Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about providing the best quality information to our customers. We would highly appreciate any feedback, or reviews, you could leave us on our Kindle page to allow us to help create the best possible pet care products available on the market. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about dog care. As a brand we have a strong idea of what makes up a good pet care book. We consult with multiple experts in each multiple different fields to allow us to create a book filled with cumulative opinions and best practices. The experts we consult range from veterinarians to every day pet keepers who have had years of experience caring for the specific breed each book is on. Our aim, and mission, is to produce the best possible dog care books that are a great value for money. Tags: Dog, Dog care, Dog puppy, Dog dog care, Dog pet, Dog pet care, Dog guide, Dog care guide, Dog manual, Dog care manual, Dog training, Dog breed, Dog breeding, Dog obedience, Dog puppy, Dog puppy care, Dog puppy guide, Dog puppy care guide, Dog puppies, Dog dog, Dog dog training, Dog dog care, Dog dog pet, Dog food, Dog purchase, Dog online, Dog leash, Dog toy, Dog toys, Dog bowl, Dog bed, Dog dog bed, Dog kennel, Dog treat, Dog family, Dog male, Dog female, Dog adult, Dog young, Dog baby,

Book Top 10 Healthiest Dog Breeds

    Book Details:
  • Author : Dog Care Professionals
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2017-06-06
  • ISBN : 9781547225521
  • Pages : 44 pages

Download or read book Top 10 Healthiest Dog Breeds written by Dog Care Professionals and published by . This book was released on 2017-06-06 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Top 10 Healthiest Dog Breeds: A Dog Care Professionals Textbook Guide To The World's Dog Breeds With The Fewest Health Problems," by Dog Care Professionals, Is an essential purchase for anyone with an interest in the healthiest and least illness prone breeds of dog. No dog owner wants to see their pet suffer from a chronic illness and no dog owner wants to have to put their beloved pet down to relieve their suffering. Dealing with the illness of a beloved family pet can be as saddening, distressing and expensive as dealing with the health problems of a human family member. The stress, worry and financial expense of treating a dog's illness can truly take a toll on an owner and the owner's family. If you are purchasing a pure breed dog it is important to source a responsible breeder that tests their dogs for the presence of genetic and hereditary health problems. Most responsible breeders will actually be able to show you documented proof that their dogs do not have a hereditary health concern. While there are environmental factors that can affect a dog's health, luckily there are a good number of breeds that are less prone to developing genetic conditions and illnesses. While it can never be guaranteed that your dog will have a clean bill of health and live to a ripe old age, the following 10 breeds are considered the least likely to develop life threatening illness. This Top 10 Guide was created for the purpose of aiding potential new owners in choosing an Healthiest dog breed that suits their family, finances and personal situation. This textbook therefore includes a description, history overview and breed characteristics of each of the 10 breeds. It is important to remember that the highracry of dog breeds within this text book is based upon the collective opinion of the Dog Care Professionals family. Thank you for purchasing our pet care manual on caring for Dog. We hope you have found the information both interesting and informative. We hope that this book has allowed you to make an informed choice on whether owning a Dog suits you and if so we hope that the information will help you to provide the best quality care for your Dog. We will be publishing multiple other dog care manuals on our author page on Kindle. If you have an interest in learning more about specific dog breeds then we highly suggest you check out our other work. Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about providing the best quality information to our customers. We would highly appreciate any feedback, or reviews, you could leave us on our Kindle page to allow us to help create the best possible pet care products available on the market. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Here at Dog Care Professionals we are passionate about dog care. As a brand we have a strong idea of what makes up a good pet care book. We consult with multiple experts in each multiple different fields to allow us to create a book filled with cumulative opinions and best practices. The experts we consult range from veterinarians to every day pet keepers who have had years of experience caring for the specific breed each book is on. Our aim, and mission, is to produce the best possible dog care books that are a great value for money. Tags: Dog, Dog care, Dog puppy, Dog dog care, Dog pet, Dog pet care, Dog guide, Dog care guide, Dog manual, Dog care manual, Dog training, Dog breed, Dog breeding, Dog obedience, Dog puppy, Dog puppy care, Dog puppy guide, Dog puppy care guide, Dog puppies, Dog dog, Dog dog training, Dog dog care, Dog dog pet, Dog food, Dog purchase, Dog online, Dog leash, Dog toy, Dog toys, Dog bowl, Dog bed, Dog dog bed, Dog kennel, Dog treat, Dog family, Dog male, Dog female, Dog adult, Dog young, Dog baby,

Book The Farmer s Magazine

Download or read book The Farmer s Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1869 with total page 612 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: