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Name	Whippet	Spanish Greyhound	Golden Retriever
Origins	England	Spain	Scotland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever breeds.	Snap Dog English Whippet	Galgo Spanish Galgo Spanish Greyhound	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 44-57 pounds (20-26 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 50.5 pounds (23 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Whippet or Spanish Greyhound or Golden Retriever? Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1200	$600-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Whippet or Spanish Greyhound or Golden Retriever?	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train?	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert?	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective?	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Affectionate Gentle Quiet Calm	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Spanish Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever?	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Spanish Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Spanish Greyhound 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.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Spanish Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Spanish Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Spanish Greyhound breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
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Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Spanish Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?	Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Spanish Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Spanish Greyhound: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Spanish Greyhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Spanish Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most active?	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.	Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Whippet or Spanish Greyhound or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.	Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Whippet or Spanish Greyhound or Golden Retriever?	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.	Spanish Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Spanish Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available?	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Black Red White Yellow Cinnamon	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Spanish Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which drools least?	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Spanish Greyhound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Spanish Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine Short Close in texture	Smooth	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Whippet or Spanish Greyhound or Golden Retriever? Whippet or Spanish Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Spanish Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is best with kids?	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Spanish Greyhound or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Golden Retriever dogs are very 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 Whippet or Spanish Greyhound or Golden Retriever?	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Spanish Greyhound or Golden Retriever?	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Spanish Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Spanish Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Spanish Greyhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Spanish Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. 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 Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. 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.

Whippet vs Spanish Greyhound vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Whippet, Spanish Greyhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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	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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