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Name	Belgian Tervuren	Irish Setter	Airedale Terrier
Origins	Belgium	Ireland	England
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Tervuren	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Irish Setter? Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier? Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 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 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier?	Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier intelligence:	Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier trainability comparison.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier? Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Loyal Attentive	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier?	Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier social needs comparison:	Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Irish Setter 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 Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier?	A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier?	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 Tervuren indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Airedale Terrier 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 Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier?	The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Irish Setter 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Irish Setter 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.
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Life Expectancy Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Tervuren, Irish Setter and Airedale Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier?	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 cold weather conditions The Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier? Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier energy level comparison:	Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	3 to 4 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.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier coat comparison:	Thick Double	Fine	Wiry Dense Rough
Colors What are the original Belgian Tervuren, Irish Setter and Airedale Terrier color?	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Red Mahogany	Black Tan Grizzle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier? Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier? Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:	Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Tervuren dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier?	Yes Belgian Tervuren dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Setter 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Belgian Tervuren is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier 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.	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 Tervuren or Irish Setter or Airedale Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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?	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier?	Not really Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier 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 Tervuren and Irish Setter and Airedale Terrier have?	6-10 puppies	7-10 puppies	7-9 puppies
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Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Setter vs Airedale Terrier 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 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	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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