Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Flanders Cattle Dog or Berger Briard or Schnauzer? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Bouvier des Flandres and Briard. Which is better: Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Standard Schnauzer?
Name | Bouvier des Flandres | Briard | Standard Schnauzer |
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Group | Working Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Working Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 85 | 127 | 90 |
Reviews | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer breeds. |
Flanders Cattle Dog Vlaamse Koehond Belgian Cattle Dog |
Berger Briard Berger De Brie |
Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Large | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer? Compare adult weight ranges. | Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg) | 75 pounds (35 kg) | Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg) | 75 pounds (35 kg) | Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Standard Schnauzer? Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer height comparison: | Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm) | Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm) | Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm) | Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm) | Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1500-$2000 | $1000-$1200 | $1200-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Standard Schnauzer? | Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence. | Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is easiest to train? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train. | Briard dogs are easy to train. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is most alert? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is most protective? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer? Compare temperaments. |
Protective Intelligent Loyal Gentle Familiar Rational |
Protective Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless Faithful |
Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer? | High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
Social Needs
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer social needs comparison: | Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average. | Briard dogs are a social breed. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Briard 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. | Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally. | Average: The Briard barks occasionally. | Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Standard Schnauzer indoors. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is most flexible? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Standard Schnauzer? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Briard 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. | Standard Schnauzer 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. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which uses mouth most during play? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Standard Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Briard bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bouvier des Flandres can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Standard Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has fewer health issues? | The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma | No data available | Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is most active? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need. | Briard dogs need a lot of exercises. | Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Standard Schnauzer? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity. | Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which needs most food? | 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. | 4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. What colors are available? |
Black Gray Fawn Brindle Pepper Salt |
Black Gray Tawny |
Black Pepper Salt |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which requires most maintenance? | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which drools least? | The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Briard has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Rough | Fine | Wiry |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Standard Schnauzer? Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or {name3 shedding: | Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately. | Briard dogs shed moderately. | Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is best with kids? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets. | Briard dogs are generally with other pets. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Standard Schnauzer? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Standard Schnauzer? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer? |
Yes Bouvier des Flandres dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Bouvier des Flandres is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Bouvier des Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Briards are usually recommended for elderly people. | Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. 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. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has most puppies? | 5-10 puppies | 8-10 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Standard Schnauzer Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club 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 | No data available |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club 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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