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Name	Norwich Terrier	Toy Manchester Terrier	Jack Russell Terrier
Origins	United Kingdom	United States United Kingdom	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cantab Terrier Jones Terrier Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Trumpington Terrier	English (Toy) Terrier	Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier weight comparison:	10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	8 pounds (3.5 kg)	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier height comparison:	10 inches (25 cm)	10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	11 inches (27.5 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1400-$2000	$600-$1000	$700-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.	Average: The Toy Manchester Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.

Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier trainability comparison.	Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate	Energetic Hunting	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier social needs comparison:	Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Toy Manchester Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Norwich 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.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Toy Manchester Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Average to High: The Norwich Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Toy Manchester Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Toy Manchester Terrier breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Norwich Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norwich Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Manchester Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Toy Manchester Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Norwich Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Toy Manchester Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Jack Russell Terrier 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: Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Toy Manchester Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Norwich Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier and Jack Russell Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Manchester Terrier: 15 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norwich Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Toy Manchester 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.

Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier energy level comparison:	Norwich Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Norwich Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Manchester Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry Soft	Flat	Rough
Colors What are the original Norwich Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier and Jack Russell Terrier color?	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten	Tan Black	Black Tan White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Toy Manchester Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier 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: Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Toy Manchester Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Toy Manchester Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Norwich Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Norwich Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier?	Norwich Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Yes Norwich Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Norwich Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Toy Manchester Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Norwich Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Toy Manchester Terriers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier 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: Norwich Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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 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: Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Not really Norwich Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Toy Manchester Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes 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.

Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier and Toy Manchester Terrier and Jack Russell Terrier have?	1-3 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Norwich Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Terrier & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	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 United Kennel Club Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America

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