{"id":154229,"date":"2023-07-20T12:12:54","date_gmt":"2023-07-20T12:12:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/"},"modified":"2023-07-21T05:12:27","modified_gmt":"2023-07-21T05:12:27","slug":"why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does my puppy grunt when he poops?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_does_my_puppy_grunt_when_he_poops\" title=\"Why does my puppy grunt when he poops?\">Why does my puppy grunt when he poops?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#What_does_it_mean_when_dog_groans\" title=\"What does it mean when dog groans?\">What does it mean when dog groans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Does_dog_groaning_mean_pain\" title=\"Does dog groaning mean pain?\">Does dog groaning mean pain?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_trouble_pooping\" title=\"How do I know if my dog has trouble pooping?\">How do I know if my dog has trouble pooping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_does_my_dog_grunt_when_he_poops\" title=\"Why does my dog grunt when he poops?\">Why does my dog grunt when he poops?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Is_it_normal_for_puppies_to_grunt_pooping\" title=\"Is it normal for puppies to grunt pooping?\">Is it normal for puppies to grunt pooping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_does_my_puppy_keep_grunting\" title=\"Why does my puppy keep grunting?\">Why does my puppy keep grunting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_does_my_puppy_whimper_when_he_poops\" title=\"Why does my puppy whimper when he poops?\">Why does my puppy whimper when he poops?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_does_my_dog_groan_when_lying_down\" title=\"Why does my dog groan when lying down?\">Why does my dog groan when lying down?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_do_dogs_groan_when_you_pet_them\" title=\"Why do dogs groan when you pet them?\">Why do dogs groan when you pet them?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#What_should_I_do_if_my_dog_is_groaning\" title=\"What should I do if my dog is groaning?\">What should I do if my dog is groaning?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_groans\" title=\"What does it mean when a dog groans?\">What does it mean when a dog groans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#What_sound_does_a_dog_make_when_in_pain\" title=\"What sound does a dog make when in pain?\">What sound does a dog make when in pain?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#How_do_you_tell_if_dog_is_constipated_or_has_blockage\" title=\"How do you tell if dog is constipated or has blockage?\">How do you tell if dog is constipated or has blockage?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#What_to_do_if_your_dog_is_struggling_to_poop\" title=\"What to do if your dog is struggling to poop?\">What to do if your dog is struggling to poop?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_does_it_look_like_my_dog_is_having_a_hard_time_pooping\" title=\"Why does it look like my dog is having a hard time pooping?\">Why does it look like my dog is having a hard time pooping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Can_dogs_have_trouble_pooping\" title=\"Can dogs have trouble pooping?\">Can dogs have trouble pooping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_making_grunting_noises\" title=\"Why does my dog keep making grunting noises?\">Why does my dog keep making grunting noises?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#How_do_you_know_if_your_dog_is_straining_to_poop\" title=\"How do you know if your dog is straining to poop?\">How do you know if your dog is straining to poop?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_does_my_dog_grunt_like_a_pig\" title=\"Why does my dog grunt like a pig?\">Why does my dog grunt like a pig?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_is_my_dog_grunting_when_he_poops\" title=\"Why is my dog grunting when he poops?\">Why is my dog grunting when he poops?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Is_it_normal_for_puppies_to_grunt\" title=\"Is it normal for puppies to grunt?\">Is it normal for puppies to grunt?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Is_it_normal_for_puppies_to_strain_while_pooping\" title=\"Is it normal for puppies to strain while pooping?\">Is it normal for puppies to strain while pooping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_does_my_puppy_grunt_so_much\" title=\"Why does my puppy grunt so much?\">Why does my puppy grunt so much?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppy-grunt-when-he-poops\/#Why_does_my_puppy_grunt_like_a_pig\" title=\"Why does my puppy grunt like a pig?\">Why does my puppy grunt like a pig?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_puppy_grunt_when_he_poops\"><\/span>Why does my puppy grunt when he poops?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hard stool building up in the colon stretches it out of shape, and it also causes stretching of the muscles around the anus, causing perianal hernias that trap the collected feces, effectively making a plug. Your pet may need more than one enema and even manual extraction of the feces in order to relieve this episode.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_dog_groans\"><\/span>What does it mean when dog groans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Groaning in dogs is typically a means of wanting attention, a sound of satisfaction from being petted or rubbed, or can be a sign of discomfort. The more dog owners know and are in tune with their dogs, the more likely they will be able to decipher the reason as to why the groaning is occurring.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_dog_groaning_mean_pain\"><\/span>Does dog groaning mean pain?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs often communicate that they are in pain by making more noise. This is the closest thing they have to speaking! Vocalising can be in the form of whimpering, yelping, groaning, grunting, whining and howling.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_trouble_pooping\"><\/span>How do I know if my dog has trouble pooping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is constipated, he or she will probably attempt to pass feces unsuccessfully several times. You may observe your dog circling excessively, scooting (dragging bottom along the ground) or squatting frequently, or even crying out in severe cases<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_grunt_when_he_poops\"><\/span>Why does my dog grunt when he poops?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The prostate gland is located under a segment of the colon and an enlarged prostate gland can cause your dog to experience pain when they defecate. Potential causes of your dog yelping when defecating include: Colon or rectum disorder. Mass on the anus or perineum.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Why Is My Dog Groaning When He Lies Down? Puppy Moaning And Groaning Explained!\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8rqWlA8UoCo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_puppies_to_grunt_pooping\"><\/span>Is it normal for puppies to grunt pooping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sound. It is normal for pets to have some borborygmus (stomach gurgles or growling).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_puppy_keep_grunting\"><\/span>Why does my puppy keep grunting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Root of the Behavior In most instances, a dogs grunt is an involuntary expression of contentment. Dogs grunt when they are relaxed. Puppies will grunt when they are with their littermates and when they are feeding. Adult dogs often grunt while being petted and loved on by their family.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_puppy_whimper_when_he_poops\"><\/span>Why does my puppy whimper when he poops?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog cries when pooping, it simply means that he is having trouble defecating. The stool may be painful to pass or there might be something wrong with your pet&#8217;s rectum or colon. Painful defecation can indicate a slew of digestive problems so you have to be alert as a pet owner.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_groan_when_lying_down\"><\/span>Why does my dog groan when lying down?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Groaning, moaning, and other little noises often occur when they are satisfied, when they are lying down to rest, or when they are being petted and loved on. When dogs want their owners attention, they tend to whine, bark, moan, and groan until they get the attention they want.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_groan_when_you_pet_them\"><\/span>Why do dogs groan when you pet them?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>That Feels Great If your dog starts groaning or sighing deeply when you gently pet the top of her head, for example, shes probably not indicating her discomfort, but rather her pure delight. By groaning, your dog is telling you that whatever you are doing feels great &#8212; and therefore encouraging you to keep it up<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_if_my_dog_is_groaning\"><\/span>What should I do if my dog is groaning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These signs will signal the need to visit your veterinarian. Vocalizing. You may notice your dog groaning or grunting when he stands up or lays down. You may hear him whining or whimpering as he tries to get comfortable.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_groans\"><\/span>What does it mean when a dog groans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs sigh and groan to show contentment and disappointment. Puppies moan and groan when they are settling down for a nap, and adults may sigh as they relax in your lap or on their dog beds.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_sound_does_a_dog_make_when_in_pain\"><\/span>What sound does a dog make when in pain?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ascites, or fluid buildup in the abdomen, is the most common medical reason why dogs groan when they lay themselves down. Trapped fluid causes dogs to vocalize as they struggle to get comfy. Pressure on the lungs and stomach can also lead to difficulty breathing and regular vomiting.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-200734\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-sound-does-a-dog-make-when-in-pain.png\" alt=\"What sound does a dog make when in pain\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-sound-does-a-dog-make-when-in-pain.png 1280w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-sound-does-a-dog-make-when-in-pain-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-sound-does-a-dog-make-when-in-pain-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-sound-does-a-dog-make-when-in-pain-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_tell_if_dog_is_constipated_or_has_blockage\"><\/span>How do you tell if dog is constipated or has blockage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Not having a bowel movement for two or more days is another clear sign that your pup may be constipated. Other signs of constipation in dogs include straining, crouching, or whining while trying to defecate. You may even notice grass, string or matted feces around your dogs anal area.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_if_your_dog_is_struggling_to_poop\"><\/span>What to do if your dog is struggling to poop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What You Can Give Your Dog for Their Constipation<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>More exercise.<\/li>\n<li>A stool softener or another laxative.<\/li>\n<li>A prescription diet high in fiber.<\/li>\n<li>Enema (administered by a professional, not at home, as there could be a risk of injury or toxicity if done incorrectly)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_it_look_like_my_dog_is_having_a_hard_time_pooping\"><\/span>Why does it look like my dog is having a hard time pooping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common cause of constipation in dogs is swallowing objects that are not easily digested, such as bones, grass or hair. Other causes include lack of fibre, lack of exercise, blocked anal glands, certain intestinal problems, trauma to the pelvis an enlarged prostate, kidney disease or hernias.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_have_trouble_pooping\"><\/span>Can dogs have trouble pooping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some of the most common reasons dogs become constipated include: DietAs in humans, a diet lacking in fiber is often the problem. Also, unlike humans, dogs tend to eat things that are not foodlike hair, toys, and kitty litterand these may cause blockages and abnormal fecal transit<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_making_grunting_noises\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep making grunting noises?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs usually grunt when theyre content but thats not always the case. Just like humans, dogs grunt from time to time, making low, guttural noises that usually indicate happiness, according to Cuteness. For example, when your dog settles into its bed and grunts, its expressing relief, joy, contentment, or serenity.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_if_your_dog_is_straining_to_poop\"><\/span>How do you know if your dog is straining to poop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Symptoms of Dog Constipation Straining without producing much stool. Discomfort. Painful defecation. Difficult defecation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_grunt_like_a_pig\"><\/span>Why does my dog grunt like a pig?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These sounds of grunting or oinking are actually called reverse sneezing. Reverse sneezing is when a dogs throat muscles spasm and soft palate are irritated. The dog will breathe in too much air through his nose and thus begin the worrisome sound of your dog sounding like a pig.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_grunting_when_he_poops\"><\/span>Why is my dog grunting when he poops?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hard stool building up in the colon stretches it out of shape, and it also causes stretching of the muscles around the anus, causing perianal hernias that trap the collected feces, effectively making a plug. Your pet may need more than one enema and even manual extraction of the feces in order to relieve this episode.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Dog Poop Color Chart: What It All Means\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FDE_g5XWevo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_puppies_to_grunt\"><\/span>Is it normal for puppies to grunt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Grunts. Puppies grunt for various reasons, but its something they do while they are relaxed and content. Youll find puppies grunting when eating, sleeping, or being petted because they enjoy it.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_puppies_to_strain_while_pooping\"><\/span>Is it normal for puppies to strain while pooping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Constipation is infrequent or difficult passage of stool or feces and is typically a temporary condition. Many constipated dogs will experience straining or pain when attempting to defecate. Obstipation, a severe form of constipation, is often associated with a serious, permanent, or irreversible medical condition.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_puppy_grunt_so_much\"><\/span>Why does my puppy grunt so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Root of the Behavior In most instances, a dogs grunt is an involuntary expression of contentment. Dogs grunt when they are relaxed. Puppies will grunt when they are with their littermates and when they are feeding. Adult dogs often grunt while being petted and loved on by their family.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_puppy_grunt_like_a_pig\"><\/span>Why does my puppy grunt like a pig?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These sounds of grunting or oinking are actually called reverse sneezing. Reverse sneezing is when a dogs throat muscles spasm and soft palate are irritated. 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