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Name	Border Collie	Old English Sheepdog	Bearded Collie
Origins	England Scotland Wales	England	Scotland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	38	70	125
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Bobtail	Argle Bargle Beardie Mountain Collie Highland Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Large	Large	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Old English Sheepdog? Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie weight comparison:	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie height comparison:	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)	20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)	21 inches (53.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1200-$1500	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.

Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie intelligence:	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Old English Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie trainability comparison.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Playful Funny Loving Protective Intelligent Sociable Adaptable Bubbly	Active Alert Intelligent Confident Lively Assertive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Old English Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie social needs comparison:	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie playfulness comparison:	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	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 Old English Sheepdog indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Bearded Collie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bearded Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bearded Collie 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.

Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old English Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bearded Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Old English Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie mouthiness comparison:	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Old English Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Entropion Diabetes Heat Intolerance	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Arthritis Addison's Disease Eye Diseases
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bearded Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Old English Sheepdog and Bearded Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bearded Collie: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bearded Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie energy level comparison:	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Bearded Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bearded Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bearded Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie coat comparison:	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Waterproof Shaggy Double	Feathered
Colors What are the original Border Collie, Old English Sheepdog and Bearded Collie color?	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Gray Blue White Grizzle Merle	Black Blue Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie grooming comparison:	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Old English Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bearded Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Old English Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bearded Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Old English Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bearded Collies are usually recommended for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Bearded Collie? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie?	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old English Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bearded Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Border Collie and Old English Sheepdog and Bearded Collie have?	4-8 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Border Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Bearded Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1976 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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