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Name	English Setter	Welsh Springer Spaniel	Chilean Fox Terrier
Origins	England	Wales	Chile
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer	Chilean Terrier Ratonero Chilean Rat Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier?	Large	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)	Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)	Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier? English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$1200-$1400	$400-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier?	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier? English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	Active Playful Stubborn Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal	Affectionate Loyal
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: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier?	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Chilean Fox 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?	English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Chilean Fox 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

English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Chilean Fox Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier?	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Chilean Fox Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Chilean Fox Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier?	English Setter dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chilean Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chilean Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:	English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier?	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Chilean Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do English Setter, Welsh Springer Spaniel and Chilean Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Chilean Fox Terrier: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Setter 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.

English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier?	4 to 5 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.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Chilean Fox Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.
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English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier coat comparison:	Feathered	Silky Soft Straight	Tight Lustrous
Colors What are the original English Setter, Welsh Springer Spaniel and Chilean Fox Terrier color?	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	Red White	White Black & Tan Blue & Tan Brown & Tan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier? English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Chilean Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier? English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier 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, English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chilean Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chilean Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier?	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier?	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier?	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier?	Yes English Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Welsh Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chilean Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Chilean Fox Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.

English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox 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: English Setter or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Chilean Fox Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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.
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: English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier?	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chilean Fox 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.

English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox 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 English Setter and Welsh Springer Spaniel and Chilean Fox Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies	6-7 puppies
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English Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Chilean Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Unknown	No data available	No data available

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