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Name	Kerry Blue Terrier	Papillon	Chinese Crested
Origins	Ireland	Spain France Belgium	China
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested breeds.	Irish Blue Terrier Kerry	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Crested Puff Chinese Crested
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested? Compare adult weight ranges.	33-40 pounds (15-18 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	36.5 pounds (16.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	8 pounds (4 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kerry Blue Terrier or Papillon or Chinese Crested? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested height comparison:	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$600	$400-$600	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Kerry Blue Terrier or Papillon or Chinese Crested?	Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chinese Crested is quite easy to get.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which is easiest to train?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which breed is most alert?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which breed is most protective?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested? Compare temperaments.	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle Strong Willed Spirited	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Playful Happy Alert Affectionate Lively Tempered Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Chinese Crested 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: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested?	Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Chinese Crested dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested social needs comparison:	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Kerry Blue 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.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Chinese Crested rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which breed is most playful?	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Chinese Cresteds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Papillon indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Chinese Crested breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which breed is most flexible?	Kerry Blue Terrier 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.	Average: Chinese Crested dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Kerry Blue Terrier or Papillon or Chinese Crested?	Kerry Blue 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.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chinese Crested dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chinese Crested has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which uses mouth most during play?	Kerry Blue Terrier 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.	Chinese Crested dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chinese Crested bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Chinese Crested: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kerry Blue Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which has fewer health issues?	The Kerry Blue Terrier 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.	The Chinese Crested is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Kerry Blue Terrier 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.	Average The Chinese Crested should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested health problems comparison:	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Epilepsy Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation Loose Teeth

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which breed is most active?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chinese Crested dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kerry Blue Terrier or Papillon or Chinese Crested? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	Chinese Crested dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Kerry Blue Terrier or Papillon or Chinese Crested?	Kerry Blue Terrier 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.	Chinese Crested dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Chinese Crested has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which needs most food?	1 to 2 cups 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.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. What colors are available?	Black Gray Blue Silver	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Blue Cream White Chocolate Palomino Apricot Slate
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Chinese Crested requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which drools least?	The Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Chinese Crested is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chinese Crested has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly	Feathered	Silky Thick Double Hairless
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. 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.	1-2 weeks Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Kerry Blue Terrier or Papillon or Chinese Crested? Kerry Blue Terrier or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which is best with kids?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chinese Crested dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Chinese Crested dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Papillon or Chinese Crested? Which dog is more friendly?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Chinese Crested dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Papillon or Chinese Crested?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Chinese Crested dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Papillon or Chinese Crested?	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Chinese Crested dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested?	Yes Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Chinese Crested dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Kerry Blue Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chinese Crested is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Chinese Cresteds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Chinese Crested breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which has most military use?	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.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. 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.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Papillon vs Chinese Crested Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, Papillon, and Chinese Crested. Which has most recognition?	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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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