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Name	Akbash Dog	Great Pyrenees	Samoyed
Origins	Turkey	Spain France	Russia
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Group	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed breeds.	Coban Kopegi Akbash dog Turkish Shepherd	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Giant	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 90–140 pounds (41–64 kg), Female: 75–105 pounds (34–48 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 115 pounds (52,5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (41 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees or Samoyed? Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed height comparison:	Male: 28–32 inches (71–81 cm), Female: 27–30 inches (69–76 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 28,5 inches (72,5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$700	$500-$600	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees or Samoyed?	Frequent: The Akbash Dog is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which is easiest to train?	Akbash Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which breed is most alert?	Akbash Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which breed is most protective?	Akbash Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed? Compare temperaments.	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Akbash Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed?	Average: Akbash Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed social needs comparison:	Akbash Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Akbash Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Akbash Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Akbash Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which breed is most playful?	Akbash Dogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Akbash Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees 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 Samoyed indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Akbash Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees or Samoyed?	Akbash Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.	Great Pyrenees 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.	Samoyed 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.

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Akbash Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which uses mouth most during play?	Akbash Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akbash Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Akbash Dog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Akbash Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which has fewer health issues?	Akbash Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Akbash Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Umbilical Hernias Bloat Epilepsy Heart Problems	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which breed is most active?	Akbash Dog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees or Samoyed? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Akbash Dog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees or Samoyed?	Akbash Dog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Akbash Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which needs most food?	3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. What colors are available?	White	White	Cream White Biscuit
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Akbash Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which drools least?	The Akbash Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Akbash Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Thick Smooth	Dense Double	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees or Samoyed? Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:	Akbash Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Good With Comparison

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

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Akbash Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which is best for draft work?	Yes 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. 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.

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which has most puppies?	6-8 puppies	6-9 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. What's recommended?	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.

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs Samoyed Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Akbash Dog, Great Pyrenees, and Samoyed. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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 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

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