Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Da Kochyano Spay or Bingley Terrier or Redtick Coonhound? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Afghan Hound and Airedale Terrier. Which is better: Afghan Hound or Airedale Terrier or American English Coonhound?
Name | Afghan Hound | Airedale Terrier | American English Coonhound |
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Group | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 93 | 55 | 178 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound breeds. |
Da Kochyano Spay Eastern Greyhound Persian Greyhound Ogar Afgan Sage Balochi Tazhi Spay Tazi Baluchi Hound |
Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier |
Redtick Coonhound English Coonhound |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Medium | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound? Compare adult weight ranges. |
50-64 pounds (22-34 kg) Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) | Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) | 40 -65 pounds (18 - 30 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 57 pounds (28 kg) | Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) | 40 -65 pounds (18 - 30 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Afghan Hound or Airedale Terrier or American English Coonhound? Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound height comparison: | 27-29 inches (69-74 cm) | Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) | 21 - 27 inches (53 - 69 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 28 inches (71.5 cm) | Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) | 21 - 27 inches (53 - 69 cm) |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Find price differences between these breeds. | $2000-$2500 | $600-$800 | $1000-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Afghan Hound or Airedale Terrier or American English Coonhound? | Very frequent: The Afghan Hound is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The American English Coonhound is easier than average to get. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which breed ranks highest? | Low: The Afghan Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. | Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which is easiest to train? | Afghan Hound dogs are quite easy to train. | Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. | American English Coonhound dogs are very easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which breed is most alert? | Afghan Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. | Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. | American English Coonhound dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which breed is most protective? | Afghan Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | American English Coonhound dogs are average defenders. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound? Compare temperaments. |
Aloof Dignified Independent Clownish Happy |
Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced |
Active Energetic Loyal Strung |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Afghan Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Sensitive: American English Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound? | Average: Afghan Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | Average to High: American English Coonhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
Social Needs
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound social needs comparison: | Afghan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. | Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. | American English Coonhound dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Afghan Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. | American English Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Afghan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | American English Coonhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which breed is most vocal? | Low: The Afghan Hound barks none to minimal. | Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The American English Coonhound rarely barks. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Afghan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. | The American English Coonhound is a playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Afghan Hound breed. | 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 Airedale Terrier indoors. | 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 American English Coonhound indoors. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which breed is most flexible? | Afghan Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Average: American English Coonhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Afghan Hound or Airedale Terrier or American English Coonhound? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Airedale Terrier 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. | American English Coonhound 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. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Afghan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The American English Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which uses mouth most during play? | Afghan Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | American English Coonhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Afghan Hound bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American English Coonhound bite force: Ordinary. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which breed lives longest? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Afghan Hound: 13 years |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of American English Coonhound: 11 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers cold weather The Afghan Hound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The American English Coonhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which has fewer health issues? | The Afghan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The American English Coonhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Afghan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Frequent The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Average The American English Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which breed is most active? | Afghan Hound dogs are high-energy dogs. | Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs. | American English Coonhound dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Afghan Hound or Airedale Terrier or American English Coonhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Afghan Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | American English Coonhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Afghan Hound or Airedale Terrier or American English Coonhound? | Afghan Hound dogs don't need too much sleep. | Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep. | American English Coonhound dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low: The Afghan Hound has good luck with genetics. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average: The American English Coonhound has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which needs most food? | 2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals | 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Red Blue Cream White Silver |
Black Tan Grizzle |
Black Tan Red Blue White Brown Tricolor |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which requires most maintenance? | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The American English Coonhound requires minimal grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which drools least? | The Afghan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The American English Coonhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Afghan Hound has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The American English Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Fine |
Wiry Dense Rough | Hard |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Afghan Hound or Airedale Terrier or American English Coonhound? Afghan Hound or Airedale Terrier or {name3 shedding: | Afghan Hound dogs shed moderately. | Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. | American English Coonhound dogs shed moderately. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which is best with kids? | Afghan Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | American English Coonhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Afghan Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | American English Coonhound dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Afghan Hound or Airedale Terrier or American English Coonhound? Which dog is more friendly? | Afghan Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | American English Coonhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Afghan Hound or Airedale Terrier or American English Coonhound? | Afghan Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | American English Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Afghan Hound or Airedale Terrier or American English Coonhound? | Afghan Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly. | American English Coonhound dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound? |
Yes Afghan Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes American English Coonhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Afghan Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No American English Coonhound is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Afghan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people. | Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. | American English Coonhounds are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which has best nose work ability? | 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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Afghan Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really American English Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which has most military use? | 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. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which has most puppies? | 6-8 puppies | 7-9 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Afghan Hound vs Airedale Terrier vs American English Coonhound Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Afghan Hound, Airedale Terrier, and American English Coonhound. Which has most recognition? |
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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club | American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club |
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