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Name	Great Dane	American Pit Bull Terrier	Siberian Husky
Origins	Germany	United States	Russia
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Giant	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky weight comparison:	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky height comparison:	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$500-$700	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky intelligence:	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky trainability comparison.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Great Dane 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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky social needs comparison:	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Great Dane 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.	American Pit Bull Terrier 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.	Siberian Husky 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

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky playfulness comparison:	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.
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Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Great Dane 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.	American Pit Bull Terrier 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.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky mouthiness comparison:	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Great Dane, American Pit Bull Terrier and Siberian Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Great Dane, American Pit Bull Terrier and Siberian Husky color?	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Siberian Husky 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: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky 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, Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky 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: Great Dane or American Pit Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which is better for autism?	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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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: Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky 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 Great Dane and American Pit Bull Terrier and Siberian Husky have?	10-15 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Great Dane vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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