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Name	Keeshond	Norwegian Elkhound	Rough Collie
Origins	Germany Netherlands	Norway	Scotland
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Group	Sled Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	87	91	40
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog	Gra Norsk Elghund Gray Norwegian Elkhound Harmaa Norjanhirvikoira Norsk Elghund Norwegian Moose Dog Small Grey Elk Dog Elkhound	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Norwegian Elkhound? Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie weight comparison:	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	40 pounds (17.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie? Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$500-$700	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.

Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie intelligence:	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie trainability comparison.	Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie? Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy	Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Keeshond 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.	Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie?	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie social needs comparison:	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Elkhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Keeshond 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.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie playfulness comparison:	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie?	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	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 Keeshond 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 Norwegian Elkhound 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 Rough Collie indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	Keeshond 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.	Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie 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 Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie mouthiness comparison:	Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie?	The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Norwegian Elkhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rough Collie 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: Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Keeshond, Norwegian Elkhound and Rough Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie?	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie? Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie energy level comparison:	Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rough Collie 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 Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense	Dense	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry
Colors What are the original Keeshond, Norwegian Elkhound and Rough Collie color?	Black Gray Cream Silver	Black Gray White Silver	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie? Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie? Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or {name3 shedding:	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie 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, Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie?	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie?	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie?	Yes Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Norwegian Elkhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Norwegian Elkhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Keeshond or Norwegian Elkhound or Rough Collie? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie?	Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie 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 Keeshond and Norwegian Elkhound and Rough Collie have?	3-8 puppies	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Keeshond vs Norwegian Elkhound vs Rough Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc.	No data available	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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