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Name	Bernese Mountain Dog	Whippet	Kooikerhondje
Origins	Switzerland	England	Netherlands
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Snap Dog English Whippet	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje? Which is the smallest dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Whippet? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje weight comparison:	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje height comparison:	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	15 inches (38.5 cm)

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje?	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje intelligence:	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	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.
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Trainability Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje trainability comparison.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje social needs comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje playfulness comparison:	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje?	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje 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 Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje?	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet 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 Kooikerhondje indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Kooikerhondje 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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje lifespan comparison. How long do Bernese Mountain Dog, Whippet and Kooikerhondje breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje?	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje energy level comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.	Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje?	6 to 8 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.	1 to 2 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? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje coat comparison:	Dense	Fine Short Close in texture	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight
Colors What are the original Bernese Mountain Dog, Whippet and Kooikerhondje color?	Black White	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Red White Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje grooming comparison:	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje? Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or {name3 shedding:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Kooikerhondje 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: Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje 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, Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje?	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bernese Mountain Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje? Which dog is more friendly?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most 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 Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje?	Yes Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Whippet or Kooikerhondje? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje?	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kooikerhondje 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?	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.	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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and Whippet and Kooikerhondje have?	1-14 puppies, average 8	4-8 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Whippet vs Kooikerhondje Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service

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