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Name	Italian Greyhound	Papillon	Bolo-chi
Origins	Italy	Spain France Belgium	Italy Mexico
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi breeds.	German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi? Compare adult weight ranges.	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	8 pounds (4 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	6.75 pounds (3.25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Italian Greyhound or Papillon or Bolo-chi? Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi height comparison:	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	Males: 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Males: 11.25 inches (28.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$400-$600	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Italian Greyhound or Papillon or Bolo-chi?	Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Bolo-chi is easier than average to get.

Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. 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 Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which is easiest to train?	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bolo-chi dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which breed is most alert?	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bolo-chi dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which breed is most protective?	Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bolo-chi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi? Compare temperaments.	Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Active Playful Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Quick Devoted Lively Calm Faithful Easygoing Earnest Willing Serene
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Bolo-chi dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi?	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bolo-chi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi social needs comparison:	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bolo-chi dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Bolo-chi 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?	Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bolo-chi 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

Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Bolo-chi is a particularly loud breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bolo-chis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Italian Greyhound indoors.	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 Papillon indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Bolo-chi breed.
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Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which breed is most flexible?	Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bolo-chi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Italian Greyhound or Papillon or Bolo-chi?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bolo-chi dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bolo-chi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which uses mouth most during play?	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bolo-chi dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bolo-chi bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Bolo-chi: 16 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which has fewer health issues?	The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Bolo-chis are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bolo-chi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering Chronic Eye Irritation

Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which breed is most active?	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bolo-chi 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 Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Italian Greyhound or Papillon or Bolo-chi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bolo-chi dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Italian Greyhound or Papillon or Bolo-chi?	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bolo-chi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bolo-chi has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which needs most food?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. What colors are available?	Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate Pure white
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bolo-chi doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which drools least?	The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bolo-chi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bolo-chi has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine	Feathered	Fine Curly Silky
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. 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.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Italian Greyhound or Papillon or Bolo-chi? Italian Greyhound or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bolo-chi dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Good With Comparison

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

Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. 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 Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. 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 Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. 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 Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bolo-chi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. 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.	Not really 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 Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. 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.

Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which has most puppies?	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. 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.

Italian Greyhound vs Papillon vs Bolo-chi Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Italian Greyhound, Papillon, and Bolo-chi. Which has most recognition?	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	No data available

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