{"id":6054,"date":"2022-04-29T06:33:17","date_gmt":"2022-04-29T06:33:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/"},"modified":"2022-04-30T10:04:38","modified_gmt":"2022-04-30T10:04:38","slug":"what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/","title":{"rendered":"What issues are local animal shelters facing today?"},"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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_issues_are_local_animal_shelters_facing_today\" title=\"What issues are local animal shelters facing today?\">What issues are local animal shelters facing today?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#Where_is_animal_abuse_most_common\" title=\"Where is animal abuse most common?\">Where is animal abuse most common?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_pet_is_abused_the_most\" title=\"What pet is abused the most?\">What pet is abused the most?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#Why_do_animals_end_up_in_shelters\" title=\"Why do animals end up in shelters?\">Why do animals end up in shelters?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_animal_shelters\" title=\"What are the pros and cons of animal shelters?\">What are the pros and cons of animal shelters?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#Why_is_overcrowding_in_animal_shelters_a_problem\" title=\"Why is overcrowding in animal shelters a problem?\">Why is overcrowding in animal shelters a problem?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_do_animal_shelters_need_most\" title=\"What do animal shelters need most?\">What do animal shelters need most?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_are_some_conditions_that_affect_rescues\" title=\"What are some conditions that affect rescues?\">What are some conditions that affect rescues?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_country_is_the_most_cruel_to_animals\" title=\"What country is the most cruel to animals?\">What country is the most cruel to animals?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_state_does_animal_abuse_happen_the_most\" title=\"What state does animal abuse happen the most?\">What state does animal abuse happen the most?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#How_common_is_animal_abuse_in_the_US\" title=\"How common is animal abuse in the US?\">How common is animal abuse in the US?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#Which_country_has_the_strictest_animal_abuse_laws\" title=\"Which country has the strictest animal abuse laws?\">Which country has the strictest animal abuse laws?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_is_the_most_abused_pet_on_the_planet\" title=\"What is the most abused pet on the planet?\">What is the most abused pet on the planet?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#Which_animal_suffer_the_most\" title=\"Which animal suffer the most?\">Which animal suffer the most?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_is_the_most_common_type_of_animal_cruelty\" title=\"What is the most common type of animal cruelty?\">What is the most common type of animal cruelty?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#Where_are_animals_most_abused\" title=\"Where are animals most abused?\">Where are animals most abused?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#Why_do_pets_get_abandoned\" title=\"Why do pets get abandoned?\">Why do pets get abandoned?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_happens_to_animals_who_dont_get_adopted\" title=\"What happens to animals who don&#8217;t get adopted?\">What happens to animals who don&#8217;t get adopted?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_are_benefits_of_animal_shelters\" title=\"What are benefits of animal shelters?\">What are benefits of animal shelters?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_are_3_of_the_main_reasons_animals_end_up_in_shelters\" title=\"What are 3 of the main reasons animals end up in shelters?\">What are 3 of the main reasons animals end up in shelters?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_a_rescue_dog\" title=\"What are the pros and cons of a rescue dog?\">What are the pros and cons of a rescue dog?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#Why_shelters_are_better_than_pet_stores\" title=\"Why shelters are better than pet stores?\">Why shelters are better than pet stores?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#Why_is_overpopulation_of_animals_a_problem\" title=\"Why is overpopulation of animals a problem?\">Why is overpopulation of animals a problem?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#What_happens_when_shelters_are_overcrowded\" title=\"What happens when shelters are overcrowded?\">What happens when shelters are overcrowded?<\/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\/what-issues-are-local-animal-shelters-facing-today\/#Why_is_there_overcrowding_in_animal_shelters\" title=\"Why is there overcrowding in animal shelters?\">Why is there overcrowding in animal shelters?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_issues_are_local_animal_shelters_facing_today\"><\/span>What issues are local animal shelters facing today?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Challenges Unique to Shelters<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Overcrowding.<\/li>\n<li>Constant introduction of new, unknown animals into the herd<\/li>\n<li>Open access and accountability to the public.<\/li>\n<li>Inadequate healthcare programs.<\/li>\n<li>Mandatory holding periods.<\/li>\n<li>Limited resources.<\/li>\n<li>Stress.<\/li>\n<li>Inadequate staff and volunteer training and high turnover.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_animal_abuse_most_common\"><\/span>Where is animal abuse most common?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Animals in Asia are among the most abused in the world. From bears captured and caged for their &#8216;bile&#8217;, to dogs and cats slaughtered in horrific ways for their meat, exploitation of animals in Asia is common and widespread.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_pet_is_abused_the_most\"><\/span>What pet is abused the most?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-116547\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-pet-is-abused-the-most.jpg\" alt=\"What pet is abused the most?\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-pet-is-abused-the-most.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-pet-is-abused-the-most-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-pet-is-abused-the-most-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-pet-is-abused-the-most-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The animals whose abuse is most often reported are <b>dogs, cats, horses and livestock.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_animals_end_up_in_shelters\"><\/span>Why do animals end up in shelters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The other obvious reason that pets end up at animal shelters is that <b>they get out of their yards or homes and without pet identification. Animal control or a neighbor will bring them to the shelter. It&#8217;s a great reason to have a microchip and visible ID on your pet at all times.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_animal_shelters\"><\/span>What are the pros and cons of animal shelters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Animal Shelters ProsAnimal Shelters ConsAnimals can find new ownersSome animal shelters are quite crowdedAnimals may regain trust in peopleAnimal shelters can be expensive to operateCan help with population controlOften dependent on donations7 more rows<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_overcrowding_in_animal_shelters_a_problem\"><\/span>Why is overcrowding in animal shelters a problem?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A primary factor that plays into pet overpopulation is <b>allowing cats and dogs to reproduce with little chance of finding homes for their offspring. Another issue is when owners relinquish their pets because they either no longer want them or can care for them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_animal_shelters_need_most\"><\/span>What do animal shelters need most?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>General Supplies:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Towels\/blankets\/washcloths.<\/li>\n<li>Newspaper.<\/li>\n<li>Wire pet crates of any size.<\/li>\n<li>Baby gates.<\/li>\n<li>Pet leashes of all sizes.<\/li>\n<li>Pet collars of all sizes.<\/li>\n<li>Stainless steel food and water bowls.<\/li>\n<li>Dry and wet dog food.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_some_conditions_that_affect_rescues\"><\/span>What are some conditions that affect rescues?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this context, seven factors were identified: (1) <b>best practises and lessons learned, (2) rescue technology, (3) community involvement, (4) information systems, (5) technology integration, (6) crisis management and (7) available budget.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_country_is_the_most_cruel_to_animals\"><\/span>What country is the most cruel to animals?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Belarus tops the list as the worst performer due to its large volumes of farm animal consumption (mainly chicken) and lack of animal protection laws.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_state_does_animal_abuse_happen_the_most\"><\/span>What state does animal abuse happen the most?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Delaware has the nation&#8217;s highest rate of animal cruelty in the country, at more than 113 reported offenses per 100,000 people.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_common_is_animal_abuse_in_the_US\"><\/span>How common is animal abuse in the US?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-116519\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-animal-shelters-are-in-Las-Vegas.webp\" alt=\"What animal shelters are in Las Vegas?\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-animal-shelters-are-in-Las-Vegas.webp 1600w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-animal-shelters-are-in-Las-Vegas-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-animal-shelters-are-in-Las-Vegas-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-animal-shelters-are-in-Las-Vegas-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-animal-shelters-are-in-Las-Vegas-1536x1024.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>US adults have a pet abuse <b>prevalence of 1.89%. Animal abuse statistics and research show that adult men abuse animals more, especially those with less education and a low-income level. 250,000 animals are hoarded each year.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_country_has_the_strictest_animal_abuse_laws\"><\/span>Which country has the strictest animal abuse laws?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Switzerland<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_most_abused_pet_on_the_planet\"><\/span>What is the most abused pet on the planet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>chicken<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_animal_suffer_the_most\"><\/span>Which animal suffer the most?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Considering that <b>chickens are arguably the most abused animals on the planet, they should be one of the first animals we remove from our platesand there&#8217;s no better time to do that than World Week for Abolition of Meat. Chickens&#8217; cognitive skills rival those of cats, dogs, and, in some cases, primates.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_most_common_type_of_animal_cruelty\"><\/span>What is the most common type of animal cruelty?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Neglect<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_are_animals_most_abused\"><\/span>Where are animals most abused?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Animals in <b>Asia are among the most abused in the world. From bears captured and caged for their &#8216;bile&#8217;, to dogs and cats slaughtered in horrific ways for their meat, exploitation of animals in Asia is common and widespread.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_pets_get_abandoned\"><\/span>Why do pets get abandoned?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pets are often abandoned because <b>their owner can no longer afford to take care of them. Many pet owners are not aware of how much it costs to take care of a pet over their entire life.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_to_animals_who_dont_get_adopted\"><\/span>What happens to animals who don&#8217;t get adopted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-116549\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/What-happens-to-animals-who-dont-get-adopted.jpg\" alt=\"What happens to animals who don't get adopted?\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If your dog doesn&#8217;t get adopted within its 72 hours and the shelter is full, <b>it will be destroyed. If the shelter isn&#8217;t full and your dog is good enough, and of a desirable enough breed, it may get a stay of execution, though not for long.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_benefits_of_animal_shelters\"><\/span>What are benefits of animal shelters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Animal shelters are <b>ambassadors for healthy animals, and that helps stabilize the pet population as well as increasing the well being of citizens. When Dogs and Cats aren&#8217;t Man&#8217;s Best Friend Not all canines and felines are cut out to be man&#8217;s best friend. While most are great companions, some just aren&#8217;t.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_3_of_the_main_reasons_animals_end_up_in_shelters\"><\/span>What are 3 of the main reasons animals end up in shelters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Why Do Animals End Up in Animal Shelters?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Moving.<\/li>\n<li>Landlord does not allow pet.<\/li>\n<li>Too many animals in household.<\/li>\n<li>Cost of pet maintenance.<\/li>\n<li>Owner having personal problems\/illness\/death.<\/li>\n<li>Inadequate facilities.<\/li>\n<li>No homes available for litter mates.<\/li>\n<li>Having no time for pet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_a_rescue_dog\"><\/span>What are the pros and cons of a rescue dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Should You Adopt a Dog?Cons Pros Loneliness Affordable Possessiveness Many Options Unknown Breeds Sensible 25-Feb-2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_shelters_are_better_than_pet_stores\"><\/span>Why shelters are better than pet stores?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While pet stores&#8217; goal is to make money, <b>animal shelters&#8217; goal is to save lives and prevent suffering. Shelters take in unwanted, stray, or abandoned animals and provide them with veterinary care, food, water, and shelter and find them loving homes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_overpopulation_of_animals_a_problem\"><\/span>Why is overpopulation of animals a problem?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If animal populations continue to grow unchecked, it will result in <b>over-taxing of the resources in the environment. Overpopulated animal species can cause deforestation, soil erosion and even lead to the extinction of certain animal species.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_shelters_are_overcrowded\"><\/span>What happens when shelters are overcrowded?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shelters are overcrowded and <b>too many animals that enter shelters are put to sleep due to lack of homes. If your pet has puppies or kittens, they could end up in a shelter. SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PET Spay and neuter will reduce the number of animals that enter municipal shelters by reducing the number of unwanted pets.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_there_overcrowding_in_animal_shelters\"><\/span>Why is there overcrowding in animal shelters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Across North America, staffing shortages and the pandemic make it a struggle to help homeless dogs, cats, and rabbits. 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