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Name	Finnish Lapphund	Bohemian Shepherd	Hovawart
Origins	Finland	Czech Republic	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart breeds.	Suomenlapinkoira Lapinkoira	Bohemian Herder Chodenhund Czech Sheepdog Chodsky pes	Hovie
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Large Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart? Compare adult weight ranges.	37-42 pounds (17-19 kg)	33-55 pounds (16-25 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	39.5 pounds (18 kg)	44 pounds (20.5 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Height Which is taller, Finnish Lapphund or Bohemian Shepherd or Hovawart? Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart height comparison:	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)	19-22 inches (48-56 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)	20.5 inches (52 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$500-$600	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Finnish Lapphund or Bohemian Shepherd or Hovawart?	Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund 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.	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.

Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which is easiest to train?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which breed is most alert?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which breed is most protective?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart? Compare temperaments.	Courageous Friendly Keen Calm Faithful	Active Courageous Intelligent Trainable Stable	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Hovawart 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: Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart?	High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bohemian Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart social needs comparison:	Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Hovawart 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

Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Bohemian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which breed is most playful?	The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Bohemian Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund 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 Bohemian Shepherd indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which breed is most flexible?	Finnish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Bohemian Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Finnish Lapphund or Bohemian Shepherd or Hovawart?	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.	Hovawart 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.

Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Bohemian Shepherd: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which has fewer health issues?	Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Bohemian Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Bohemian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid

Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which breed is most active?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Hovawart dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Finnish Lapphund or Bohemian Shepherd or Hovawart? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Finnish Lapphund or Bohemian Shepherd or Hovawart?	Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Hovawart dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Bohemian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which needs most food?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. 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 Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. What colors are available?	Black Tan Cream Brown Sable Wolf Blonde	Black Tan	Black Blonde Golden
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bohemian Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which drools least?	The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bohemian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bohemian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fluffy	Dense	Silky
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Finnish Lapphund or Bohemian Shepherd or Hovawart? Finnish Lapphund or Bohemian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which is best with kids?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are generally with other pets.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Finnish Lapphund or Bohemian Shepherd or Hovawart? Which dog is more friendly?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Finnish Lapphund or Bohemian Shepherd or Hovawart?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Finnish Lapphund or Bohemian Shepherd or Hovawart?	Finnish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bohemian Shepherd dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart?	Yes Finnish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bohemian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Finnish Lapphund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bohemian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Hovawart is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Finnish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bohemian Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.

Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. 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 Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. 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 Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Finnish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bohemian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. 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.	Yes 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 Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. 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.

Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which has most puppies?	2-9 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. 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.

Finnish Lapphund vs Bohemian Shepherd vs Hovawart Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Finnish Lapphund, Bohemian Shepherd, and Hovawart. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	American Canine Registry 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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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