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Name	Border Collie	Beauceron	Icelandic Sheepdog
Origins	England Scotland Wales	France	Iceland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	38	141	144
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog breeds.	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Bas-Rouge Beauce Shepherd French Shorthaired Shepherd Berger De Beauce	Canis Islandicus Friaar Dog Iceland Dog Islandsk Farehond Islenskur Fjarhundur Icelandic Spitz
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)	20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)	25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Collie or Beauceron or Icelandic Sheepdog? Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog height comparison:	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)	12-16 inches (31-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	24-27.5 inches (51 cm)	14 inches (36 cm)

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$1200-$1500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Beauceron or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Beauceron is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Icelandic Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Beauceron dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which is easiest to train?	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which breed is most alert?	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Beauceron dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which breed is most protective?	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Beauceron dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Loving Protective Courageous Loyal Obedient	Agile Energetic Alert Inquisitive Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Border Collie 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.	Icelandic Sheepdog 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: Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog?	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Beauceron dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Beauceron dogs are a social breed. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Beauceron dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Icelandic Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Border Collie 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.	Beauceron dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Beauceron barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Icelandic Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which breed is most playful?	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beauceron is a playful breed. See more.	The Icelandic Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Beauceron breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Icelandic Sheepdog breed in the home.
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Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which breed is most flexible?	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Beauceron dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Beauceron or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Beauceron 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.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Beauceron: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdog: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Beauceron can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Icelandic Sheepdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which has fewer health issues?	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Beaucerons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Icelandic Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Beauceron should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Icelandic Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which breed is most active?	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beauceron dogs are high-energy dogs.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Beauceron or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Beauceron dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Beauceron or Icelandic Sheepdog?	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beauceron dogs don't need too much sleep.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Beauceron's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Black Gray Tan Rust	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn Chocolate Gold
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Beauceron doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which drools least?	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beauceron is an average drooler. See more.	The Icelandic Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Beauceron has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Dense	Dense Soft Wavy Thick Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Collie or Beauceron or Icelandic Sheepdog? Border Collie or Beauceron or {name3 shedding:	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beauceron dogs shed moderately. See more.	Icelandic Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Good With Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Beauceron breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Icelandic Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. 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.

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	6-7 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. 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.

Border Collie vs Beauceron vs Icelandic Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Beauceron, and Icelandic Sheepdog. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc.

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