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Name	Basset Fauve de Bretagne	Australian Kelpie	Beagle
Origins	France	Australia	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Fawn Brittany Basset	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Australian Kelpie? Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle weight comparison:	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	35 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle? Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle height comparison:	13-15 inches (32-38 cm)	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14 inches (35 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$500-$700	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	Average: The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle trainability comparison.	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs are average defenders. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle? Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Courageous Affectionate Sociable Companionable Adaptable	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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.	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: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle?	Average to High: Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs are a social breed. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Beagle 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Beagle 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?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	Average: Basset Fauve de Bretagnes, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle?	Low to Average: The Basset Fauve de Bretagne rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	Apartment-friendly dog the Basset Fauve de Bretagne breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Basset Fauve de Bretagne bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.
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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle mouthiness comparison:	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle?	Basset Fauve de Bretagnes tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Beagle 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: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Cancer Epilepsy Ear Infections Heart Disease Corneal Ulcers Kidney Issues	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Basset Fauve de Bretagne should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Basset Fauve de Bretagne, Australian Kelpie and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Basset Fauve de Bretagne: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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 average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle? Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle energy level comparison:	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Australian Kelpie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs have an average exercise need.	Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Australian Kelpie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Basset Fauve de Bretagne has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle coat comparison:	Wiry Dense	Double	Dense
Colors What are the original Basset Fauve de Bretagne, Australian Kelpie and Beagle color?	Black White Fawn Wheaten	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle? Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Basset Fauve de Bretagne doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle? Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or {name3 shedding:	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle 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: Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Hypoallergenic Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle?	Medium ⏺ The Basset Fauve de Bretagne has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is an average drooler. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Beagle 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle?	Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle?	Yes Basset Fauve de Bretagne dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Kelpie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Basset Fauve de Bretagne is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Australian Kelpie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Australian Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Australian Kelpie or Beagle? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle?	Not really Basset Fauve de Bretagne breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes 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.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and Australian Kelpie and Beagle have?	4-6 puppies	4-7 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Australian Kelpie vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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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