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Name	Great Dane	Old English Sheepdog	Dachshund
Origins	Germany	England	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	14	70	13
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Bobtail	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Giant	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Old English Sheepdog? Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund weight comparison:	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund height comparison:	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$1200-$1500	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund intelligence:	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Old English Sheepdog 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.
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Trainability Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund trainability comparison.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? 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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Playful Funny Loving Protective Intelligent Sociable Adaptable Bubbly	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever
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.	Sensitive: Old English Sheepdog 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund social needs comparison:	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Dachshund 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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. 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 Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	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 Old English Sheepdog indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund 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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Dachshund 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.

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old English Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund 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 Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Old English Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	The Old English Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund 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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Entropion Diabetes Heat Intolerance	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy
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).	Average The Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Great Dane, Old English Sheepdog and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund energy level comparison:	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Dachshund 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 Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	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? Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund coat comparison:	Dense	Waterproof Shaggy Double	Fine
Colors What are the original Great Dane, Old English Sheepdog and Dachshund color?	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Gray Blue White Grizzle Merle	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	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 Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most 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 Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Old English Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Old English Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dachshund 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.	Old English Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? 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.	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.	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.
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 Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old English Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund 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.	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.

Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog and Dachshund have?	10-15 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Great Dane vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the 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 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	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

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