Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Comparison - Dog breed selector: Simkhyi or Japanese Spaniel or Nihon Supittsu? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Tibetan Spaniel and Japanese Chin. Which is better: Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz?
Name | Tibetan Spaniel | Japanese Chin | Japanese Spitz |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz breeds. |
Simkhyi Tibbie |
Japanese Spaniel Chin | Nihon Supittsu |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz? Compare adult weight ranges. | 9-15 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg) | 4-15 pounds (2-7 kg) | 11-20 pounds (5-10 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 12 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg) | 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) | 15.5 pounds (7.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz height comparison: | 10 inches (25 cm) | 7-11 inches (18-28 cm) | 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 10 inches (25 cm) | 9 inches (23 cm) | 13.5 inches (34 cm) |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Find price differences between these breeds. | $800-$1000 | $300-$500 | $500-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? | Frequent: The Tibetan Spaniel is easier than average to get. | Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get. | Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is easiest to train? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs are easy to train. | Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train. | Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most alert? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. | Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs. | Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most protective? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. | Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory. | Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz? Compare temperaments. |
Aloof Independent Happy Intelligent Assertive Willful |
Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Loyal |
Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Tibetan Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz? | High: Tibetan Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz social needs comparison: | Tibetan Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Tibetan Spaniel 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. | Japanese Chin 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. | Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Tibetan Spaniel rarely barks. | Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal. | A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Tibetan Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Spaniel breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most flexible? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Japanese Chin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Japanese Chin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Tibetan Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Japanese Chin has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which uses mouth most during play? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Japanese Chin dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Tibetan Spaniel bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Chin bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Spaniel: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years |
10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has fewer health issues? | Tibetan Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Japanese Chin is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Japanese Spitz 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? |
Frequent The Tibetan Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Average The Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz health problems comparison: | No data available |
Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Entropion Heart Disease |
Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which breed is most active? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs exercise need is minimal. | Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Tibetan Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity. | Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which needs most food? | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Gold |
Black White Sable Lemon | White |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Tibetan Spaniel requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort. | Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which drools least? | The Tibetan Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Silky | Feathered | Thick |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which requires most frequent baths? | 2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin or {name3 shedding: | Tibetan Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. | Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately. | Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best with kids? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is more friendly? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Tibetan Spaniel or Japanese Chin or Japanese Spitz? | Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz? |
Yes Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Tibetan Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Tibetan Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people. | Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people. | Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Tibetan Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. 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. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has most puppies? | 3-6 puppies | 1-3 puppies | 1-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Tibetan Spaniel vs Japanese Chin vs Japanese Spitz Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Tibetan Spaniel, Japanese Chin, and Japanese Spitz. Which has most recognition? | No data available |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club |
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