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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Comparison – Which dog is better Korthals or Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla?

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Name Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Wirehaired Vizsla
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Wirehaired Vizsla. What other names are these breeds known by?
Korthals
Korthals Griffon
Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla
Drótszőrű magyar vizsla
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and a Wirehaired Vizsla. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and a Wirehaired Vizsla. Which breed is heavier?
50-60 pounds (23-27 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Wirehaired Vizsla? Is a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon taller than a Wirehaired Vizsla?
20-24 inches (50-60 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
22 inches (55 cm) Male: 24 inches (60.5 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm)

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and a Wirehaired Vizsla. Which breed costs more?
$600-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Wirehaired Vizsla is easier than average to get.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare training requirements.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare alertness levels.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare territorial behaviors.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and a Wirehaired Vizsla. How do their temperaments differ?
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Going
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla social needs comparison:
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla? Which can be better for hunting?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally.
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Low: The Wirehaired Vizsla barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare play drive and energy.
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Vizsla breed in the home.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare adaptability levels.
Average: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs handle alone time quite well.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare average lifespans.
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Vizsla: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare climate tolerances.
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and a Wirehaired Vizsla. Which breed is healthier?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Wirehaired Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
Frequent
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Wirehaired Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Eye Infections
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare activity levels.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare obesity risks.
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare daily food needs.
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare breed colors.
Gray
Brown
Chestnut
Golden
Russet
Reddish-Brown
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare maintenance needs.
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Wirehaired Vizsla doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare drooling amounts.
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare fur types.
Rough Wiry
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare bathing frequencies.
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Wirehaired Vizsla? Do Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed more than Wirehaired Vizsla dogs?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs shed none to minimal.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare kid-friendliness.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Wirehaired Vizsla? Can a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and a Wirehaired Vizsla be friends? Do Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs get along with Wirehaired Vizsla dogs?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
Yes
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Wirehaired Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.
Wirehaired Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare scenting abilities.

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
Which is better for search and rescue: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare SAR abilities.

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
Which is better on boats: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Wirehaired Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Wirehaired Vizsla. Which has stronger military background?

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.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Wirehaired Vizsla. Which has larger litters?
6-9 puppies 6-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Wirehaired Vizsla breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Wirehaired Vizsla. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Wirehaired Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Wirehaired Vizsla. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Wirehaired Vizsla. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Wirehaired Vizsla. Which is more widely recognized?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association

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