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Name	Belgian Malinois	Doberman Pinscher	Boxer
Origins	Belgium	Germany	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	44	16	11
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Malinois	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer? Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$800-$1000	$600-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.

Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer intelligence:	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer trainability comparison.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer? Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher 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: Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer?	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer social needs comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Belgian Malinois 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Boxer 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

Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer playfulness comparison:	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer?	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	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 Belgian Malinois indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	Belgian Malinois 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer 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 Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer mouthiness comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer?	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Boxer 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: Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Malinois, Doberman Pinscher and Boxer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer? Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer energy level comparison:	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer coat comparison:	Weather-resistant Straight	Fine	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Belgian Malinois, Doberman Pinscher and Boxer color?	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer? Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer grooming comparison:	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer? Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	8-12 weeks Very 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer 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, Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer?	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer?	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer?	Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer 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: Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher or Boxer? Which is better for autism?	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.	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: Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer?	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer 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 Belgian Malinois and Doberman Pinscher and Boxer have?	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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