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Name	English Pointer	Rhodesian Ridgeback	Dachshund
Origins	England	Zimbabwe	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	113	41	13
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Pointer	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund?	Medium	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Rhodesian Ridgeback? English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund weight comparison:	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund? English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?	$400-$500	$900-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund trainability comparison.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund? English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Dignified Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Mischievous	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rhodesian Ridgeback bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rhodesian Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Dermoid Sinus Elbow Dysplasia	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do English Pointer, Rhodesian Ridgeback and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund? English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund energy level comparison:	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund?	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 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? English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original English Pointer, Rhodesian Ridgeback and Dachshund color?	Black White Brown Yellow	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund? English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund grooming comparison:	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund? English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or {name3 shedding:	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund?	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund?	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rhodesian Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: English Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Dachshund? 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?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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: English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund?	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rhodesian Ridgeback breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can English Pointer and Rhodesian Ridgeback and Dachshund have?	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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English Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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