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The following is a representative list of Labs available for adoption
through the Dallas | Fort Worth Labrador Retriever Rescue program. On average we
have approximately 30 Labs in foster homes. Labs come into the program and are
adopted daily, so this is not always a complete listing. All dogs are spayed or
neutered and heartworm negative unless otherwise stated. Adoption fees for an
adult Lab is $250 and puppies (6 months and under) are $350.
Prior
to meeting our available Labs, we require that you complete our adoption
approval process which begins with completing the on-line
adoption questionnaire.
The adoption process is initiated only when we have received a completed
application. It is important that you fill out the application completely,
incomplete information may delay the process!
If you have additional questions, please email
adoptions@dfwlabrescue.org.
You may leave a message at 972.881.5544. Please
understand, this voice mail is not checked daily; our volunteers typically
return calls within five to seven days.
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NOTE:
Buck's full breed status
cannot be definitively determined. He is adoptable for $175.
...I have learned how to give love,
understanding and patience. I have learned to play
with my own toys and to never bother what is not my
own.
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Buck -- 10
Year Old
Male
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My name is Buck...You already know I am 10 years old.
I have been with one family for my entire life. I am not sure why they
could no longer keep me, but, I know they must miss me. Who could not?
Let me tell you what I have learned in my 10
years. I have learned how to give love, understanding and patience. I
have learned to play with my own toys and to never bother what is not my
own. I have learned not to jump on furniture (my foster mom lets me up
on the ottoman) and I love it! She has invited me up on her bed, but I
won't go there. I have learned how to sit patiently when she offers me a
treat.I do not "counter surf". I have learned to sit quietly waiting for
a loving pat on the head. I sometimes put my paw on her side to let her
know how much I love being petting and rubbed (it does not take long). I
do not lick or make a pest of myself; maybe I don't have to because she
loves to pet on me. I love to lay in the sunshine. I have not jumped in
the pool. I really don't have any interest in water, but I stood quietly
while I had my bath. I guess you could say I took it like a man!
My coat is sooo soft.
Did I mention That I am a great watch dog??
Nobody is sneaking up here on my watch!
We don't have any other pets here, but I went to
the vet and there were four dogs and one cat. I had no problems. My
foster Mom wished she had her camera, because I was nose to nose with
the cat. He was he same color I am, which is a pretty butterscotch
color. By the way, I am only 42 pounds. When I first got here, you could
count my ribs. No more, I have a great appetite and have gained a lot of
weight. I love to play with tennis balls and I am very good on my leash.
No pulling or that other puppy stuff.
Let's talk about crates. There is one here. We use
it as a toy box. I do not need to be in a crate.I sleep all night next
to her bed, and I spend a full work day free in the house (she works, I
don't). I guess my job is to meet her at the door wagging my tail and
letting her know how glad I am to see her. She likes that, and so do I.
I have this little dance that will make you laugh.
Down to the basics. I have a loving, gentle heart,
I am a true gentleman (actually, I am shy, but very friendly). I would
love to share a gentle home environment with gentle, loving
people. I promise I will be your "bestest" friend.
P.S. I have never had an "accident" in the house. See what a good boy
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Dillon has a great attitude and loves
life!
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Dillion -- 2 Year Old Male |
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Dillon is a great chocolate Lab! He is so sweet, super
affectionate and just wants to be around you. He gets along with
any person and any dog (does great with our two Labs). The big
difference between Dillon and other Labs is he only has three
legs. His front left leg was recently amputated after he was
found wandering around and his leg was paralyzed. He was taken
to the pound and was on death row when he was rescued. The vet
thinks he was probably run over and that is why his leg was
paralyzed. His leg and shoulder region were irreparable and had
to be taken off. In spite of that Dillon has a great attitude
and loves life! He has adapted well to walking on three legs, a
daunting task considering he weighs about 90 pounds.
Dillon needs a home that doesn't consider him as disabled but
special! He is crate trained, mostly house trained and we are
currently working on teaching him the sit command. He is very
eager to learn and makes a great pupil. Please contact us for a
meeting if you think Dillon would be a great addition to your
family.
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Delilah still has moments of "puppy"
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Delilah -- 1 Year Old
Female |
Meet sweet Delilah (aka "Lila")... At first we thought that her name might be a little too "sweet"
for her, but actually, it suits her perfectly! She is an extremely calm, well-mannered, 1 year old little girl. She is housebroken, crate trained, and gets along great with
other dogs. She still has moments
of "puppy" personality (like when we first come home after a long day),
but for the most part, she is content to lie at our feet (or rest her
head in a lap). She loves to play
with her foster sister (another Lab), and they have become best of
friends.
Lila didn't seem to know how to "play" when she first
arrived, but she is a quick learner and is now enjoying all the fun of
being a Lab! She has very little
training, and will still need to work on basic commands and leash
manners after she is adopted. She
is eager to please her "people", and is easy to train. Lila would be great as a sister to another dog, or as the only
dog (where she can get all the love she deserves). She has never met a stranger, and will settle quickly into a new
home. We have completely fallen in
love with her, and are looking for just the right forever home for this
special girl. |
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Tiger can play keep away better than an
NFL running back, and swim with the grace of an Olympian!
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Tiger -- 5 Year Old Male |
L-O-V-E and F-U-N are what I have to
share with you!
With a face like this and a charming personality to
match, I expect to have a full social calendar until I find my
forever home.
My foster family has loved having me as a guest
because I'm great with their dog (a DFWLRR success story), keeping him
busy with hours of play. Did I
mention that I'm a very active boy, even at my age (which is 5)? My foster family can't believe how athletic I am—I can play keep
away better than an NFL running back and I swim with the grace of an
Olympian. I'm big (90 pounds!),
surprisingly fast, and agile! I'd
do great in a home with another dog, but I'd do just fine getting all
the love to myself.
I have met a few children at the Meet-N-Greet in
Highland Village and at Home Depot and I thought they were pretty neat. I think the feeling was mutual! My foster family doesn't think I'm overly interested in kitties
or small animals, but I'd have to meet yours if you already have a
feline friend. I'm house and crate
trained and I'm working on the basics (sit, down, stay, and leash
walking) and I'm a fast learner. I have a clean bill of health and I'm ready to join
your family! |
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Amira -- 13 Week Old Female (As
of 4/12)
Puppy |
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"Cute as a bug" is what the folks say about me. I just want to play all
the time--and even like the games of sit and stay. Potty training isn't
my favorite sport--but I have progressed enough so I even slept on a
people bed. My hobbies are kids and cats--but the one in my foster home
doesn't like to play much.
I just want to send my thanks to Amber, the animal control officer, who
found me dirty and in the street, and who set me on the path to being a
happy, healthy Lab.
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When you are petting
her, her whole body moves when she wags her tail.
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Lexus -- 8-10 Year Old Female |
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From Lexus' M-n-G
transporter: I've had the pleasure of taking Lexus to a few M-n-G's.
She's been a great girl, who is a little shy at first and in new
surroundings, but when she's home, her tail never stops wagging. When
you are petting her, her whole body moves when she wags her tail. She
loves to be loved on. She's a happy girl!!! She discovered the stairs in
my house and at first was timid of going up and then coming back down.
She mastered that skill quickly. She gives very delicate kisses; no
sloppy slurps from this gal! Lexus is a petite young lady. We've even
considered that she is much younger than her 8-10 yrs of age and closer
to 5 yrs. Even with a little bit of gray on her face, she's an active
girl, who will enjoy going for walks and being near you! She went on a
Home Study visit a few weeks ago, and visited a family that had a pool.
Lexus jumped right in and was happy as a clam to be swimming, even if
the temp of the pool and the air was a bit chilly. She had so much fun
running with the resident dogs during the home study too. She was in the
lead and had 3 boys (Labs) chasing after her! Every girl should be so
lucky to choose from three handsome men!! Don't miss out on meeting this
little girl. She's looking for a home to call her own! |
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I have a lot of love to give
to my new forever family.
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Lotus -- 4-5 Year Old Male |
Hi my name is Lotus and I am one of the last of the Hard Knocks crew to
be taken into a foster home. I am adjusting well to my new life. So many
new experiences in becoming a true Lab. I am still a little hesitant
around new people, but get along great with my new foster sister. I even
manage to get the tennis ball from her sometimes and bring it back to my
foster dad. I also managed to figure out my foster sister's doggie door
the first few minutes at my new home. I did have a few marking accidents
in the house the first couple of days. But no accidents since then. I
still am not sure about that crate. My foster dad is working on that
with me. I like to take walks and I'm getting better with my leash
skills. My foster dad is working with me on new commands. Sit is the
only one I have mastered so far. I haven't chewed any thing in the
house, except the doggie toys in the box. I like to get all the toys
out. My foster dad wishes I would learn to put them back. But what dog
ever cleans up? I don't really like puppies. They are a little over
bearing. So I think I would be better behaved in a home with an older
dog. I haven't met any cats or young children yet. So I am not sure how
I will like them. I do like to follow my foster dad around the house and
put my head on his lap for ear rubs. I also lay by his feet when he is
being lazy around the house. The first few years of my life were rough,
but since those people came and took me from that bad place my life has
gotten better every day. I am really starting to enjoy my new life as a
"house" Lab. I have a lot of love to give to my new forever family.
If you would like to meet me, my foster dad will be happy to bring me
for a visit. Or you can check our site and see which meet and greet I
will attend. |
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NOTE: Noel's actual size and coloring at maturity and full breed status
cannot be definitively determined due to her young age and lack of
parental history. She is adoptable for $175.
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Noel -- 11 Month Old Female |
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Hello everyone!!
Let
me tell you a little about myself. I was born into the world in the
normal way. No need to rehash that, we all know the drill. I spent the
first 5 months with a family and things were going well. I would talk to
my doggie friends, and they would mentioned the words “veterinarian” and
“shots”. They said these “shot” things hurt. I thought they were crazy,
I had never even heard these words in my house. Well, come about 5
months or so on this planet and aha… I found out why I needed those
“shots” my doggie friends talked about. Because I had not had them, I
started to feel bad and nothing wanted to stay in my tummy!! My family
rushed me to that “veterinarian” word and alas, they said I had Parvo.
Apparently, this is a bad thing and could have possibly been prevented,
but I was one of the unlucky babies who did not have my “shots”.
Apparently, it was going to cost a lot of money to make me better, and
my family couldn’t afford it, so I was left alone at the “veterinarian”
office with the word “Euthanize” looming over my head. But...as luck
would have it, I have a guardian angel. My foster mommy got a call at
11pm on a Saturday night, and she was able to talk her Lab Rescue
friends into saving me! Apparently, she doesn’t have a very busy social
life, but I probably shouldn’t be mean. Without her I wouldn’t be here.
DFW Lab Rescue paid for my Parvo treatment which was horrendous and
caused me to sleep A LOT, but I made it through and here I am today
talking to you. I am all better and back to my spunky self. I have had
my “shots”, something about a rabies vaccination and even got spayed!! I
have no heartworms and my foster mommy gives me a pill so I am
“protected”… another one of those big words!! I sleep in my crate and am
well on my way to being house trained. I bark at my foster mommy when I
need to go out and potty. She says I am good because I have only had one
accident in the house. I love all my foster doggie brothers and sisters.
I also have a foster kitty sister and she is very interesting, but I
pretty much leave her alone. Foster mommy does not like for me to try
and get on top of her to play, but foster kitty holds her own. I am now
about 7 months old, and ready for my forever home!! I will need my
“shots” once a year and will also need to keep taking my other pills to
keep the heartworms away, but other than that I am healthy as a horse
and growing like a weed. I am also very cute and cuddly, and could be
your lap dog, if you so desire. My foster mommy is happy to drive me to
your house to meet you, so please call her so I can give you the best
puppy kisses ever!! One last thing, a nice lady at the “veterinarian”
drove me across town when I was very sick and delirious. I did not get a
chance to thank her, so I just wanted to send her an angel wish to let
her know how much I appreciate her help to save me. |
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NOTE: Redd's full breed status
cannot be definitively determined. He is adoptable for $175.
A
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Redd -- 7-9 Year Old Male |
Redd has
become Mr. Personality since joining our foster
home. He is very, very, VERY tall for a Lab, weighs
in at a healthy 128 lbs., and can rest his chin on
the dining room table to see if there is anything he
needs. He is very unashamed about his quickness, in
fact he shows it off by grabbing any paper item, or
socks, that I have in my hand. Funny, those are his
two things, paper items and socks. Sure makes
getting ready for work interesting! I have come home
to find a few shredded socks in his bed with him. He
loves to carry around little stuffed "babies", but
eventually kills them with a big smile and a
wag. We're working on discouraging this behavior,
while working on not laughing out loud at how cute
he is. A puppyish boy in a really large body, gotta
love it. He doesn't jump up on people, and we've
seen little evidence of counter surfing. I've
learned to keep the sock-drawer shut at all times.
Redd is good with all the dogs in
his foster home, small/large and young/old. He loves to eat, and
will spread food about the floor with enthusiasm. Same with drinking
water. He's just so happy to be in a loving home that he can't
control his exuberance! Redd is totally free in the house both day
and night. We have a doggy door that he has to duck into since he's
so tall, but that hasn't stopped him from keeping all outside
activities outside! He hasn't had an accident in the
month he's been here. But don't forget about your socks!
Redd is on thyroid medicine that
he'll need to take the rest of his life. He's testing out some
calming medicine that will help him break his habit of licking his
foot (he has a lick granuloma on one ankle). The cost of the meds is
very low when you think of his beautiful smiling face! He loves to
be petted, and will put his huge head in your lap so you won't
forget him. Due to his size, Redd will probably not be the best
match for households with children under 13 or so, unless they can
handle his slobbery kisses and big wagging tail without fear.
Please make an appointment to see
this great boy, he really wants a forever home! |
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I am a super sweet,
loving and very easy boy.
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Ace -- 1 Year Old Male |
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IF YOU COULD SEE ME
NOW... I think you would say WOW!! It is Ace here with an update. Sorry I
disappeared for a while...I had a terrible time with allergies and just
did not feel well. The good news is thanks to the efforts of so many
people, I am finally feeling great and I am a very happy boy!!
I have a
lot of food allergies but with the right diet and some meds, I am finding
that I can have a very normal life. My skin is clearing up and I never
scratch or bite myself anymore. I also finally have the energy of a young
Lab. I play and run with my foster siblings all the time. I am finally
getting so much stronger in my legs and I feel well enough to exercise for
significant amounts of time! I stand, walk and run all the time. I can
finally keep up with my 1 year old sis!! Yippee! Of course, I will never
have the graceful stride of a normal Lab but I think you will be impressed
to see how much better I move now!
If you want an easy, loving and playful
boy please give my foster parents a call or stop by a Meet n Greet. I
think you will be impressed with my progress! |
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Glock -- 10 week Old Male |
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Glock is new to DFWLRR!
Please check back on updates of this little guy as he gets acclimated to
his foster home.
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Cole -- 1-2 Year Old Female |
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Cole
is an active young
female, with some basic obedience and house manners. Please check back
for an update and photographs!
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Beemer --
5-7 Year Old
Female
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Bio coming soon!
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Adopted!
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Abbott -- 3 Year Old Male |
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Abbott is an absolutely GORGEOUS Lab! You know the
one's that you see on calendars with the big, block heads? Yep, that’s
him.
Abbott has a playful, yet mild temperament and gets
along well with his foster brother and sister Labs. He is housebroken,
crate trained (although he does bark a bit at first), sits, shakes, and
loves his belly rubbed. He rides great in the car – just lies down and
enjoys the ride.
Abbott would be a great addition to almost any
family. I think he would REALLY enjoy getting to go to his forever home
with his brother, Costello, who is currently with another foster family.
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Coe -- 4 Year Old Male |
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Coe is young chocolate Lab who is looking for a
special home. He is housebroken and enjoys going for
car rides. Coe will most likely need to be an only
dog and will need someone who will be dedicated to
working with him on leash. It would be best for him
to be in a single family home - as opposed to a
townhouse or apartment - where he can have the space
all to himself and enjoy his very own yard while
playing with the family. He is great with people and
strongly prefers their company to that of other dogs
- he is a one dog fellow! While he does well with
older kids one-on-one, he will need a family who
will be consistent with him so the kids would need
to be able to participate in Coe's nurturing
alongside their parents. Please let us know if you
are interested in learning more about him. |
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Adopted!
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Corvette -- 3 Year Old Female |
Corvette has been adopted by her foster family!
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Cash
Age: 2 years
Sex: Male
Color: Chocolate
Adoption Pending! |
  Cash
is a very well mannered, 5 year old gentleman. He is easy going, gentle and
affectionate with everyone. He gets along with our other dogs and even
ignores the cats. His favorite afternoon activity is laying at our
feet, with plenty of cookies and belly rubs!
Cash is currently being treated for heartworms, and upon completion of his
treatment, he will move to his forever home!
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Brownie
Age: 2 years
Sex: Male
Color: Chocolate
Pending
Transfer to
GAP!
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  Brownie
is a big bundle of energy. He weighs 66 pounds and is a rich dark chocolate
color, You can tell from his photo that he appear almost black when
photographed. Brownie was rescued from Arlington and spent several days at
the Vet recovering from a bad cough. He also needed to gain weight. This is
all behind him now and he is settling into a routine. I think he was around
people who really didn't play with him or have much interaction. He will
countersurf and may nip at your hand if he believes you have food. I remind
him to go easy and this becoming less of a problem. Brownie has gone on
several long car trips and he rides just fine. He will sleep/stay in his
kennel without a peep, but really wants out to be with people. Kongs are his
favorite things and he will chew on them for hours (what a noise). Brownie
will play fetch with the tennis ball and will bring it back (almost). He
would prefer to run back to you and then tease you with the ball hoping you
will chase. Finally he will drop the ball and hope for another throw. He is
now house broken but we watch him so he doesn't get into things if the toys
are put away. A new owner will need to attend Obedience training because he
still acts very young and has a lot of energy that needs to be focused. If
you want a dog that will swim, lay his head in your lap and kinds thinks he
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Several Labs have recently joined our program and will be
available for adoption soon.
Please fill out an
adoption questionnaire for further information.
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Shandy -- 3-5 Year Old
Female |
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Shandy has been with DFW Lab Rescue for a few weeks. For a girl that had
a really rough start, she is really starting to blossom! Shandy is
undergoing heartworm treatment and should be available in June. Please
check back with us on her progress.
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Ditka -- 4 Year Old
Male
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Ditka is currently not available for
adoption. We will provide updates as we know more
about him, and what he will require in a forever
home.
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Trixie -- 1-2 Year Old Female |
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Trixie is currently not available for
adoption.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Costello -- 3 Year Old Male |
Who's on first? Why Costello, of course!
I am a 'lovador' Lab. I want nothing more than to be with a family who
has lots of affection to give. Kids, dogs--the more the merrier! I love
everyone. I am good in the house, great in the car and easy on the
eyes. Even the vet thought I was handsome, and he has seen lots of Labs.
I can sit on command.
My foster family is helping me get back into shape after gaining some
extra weight in the shelter. Soon I will be back at my idea weight of 80
pounds. That's a bit hard since I had heartworm treatment and
am on crate rest. However, I am hoping my social life will improve as I
make my debut at a local Meet N Greet - please watch for me! Oops gotta
go--another person wants to snuggle with me!
Costello will be available for
adoption once he has completed heartworm treatment. |
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Gabby -- 3 Year Old Female |
Gabby is currently under the weather, and will hopefully be back to her
old self soon! Watch here for updates on her availability!
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Dutchess -- 7 Week Old Female (As of 4/8)
Puppy |
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you for your patience and understanding. |
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Champ --
7 Week Old Male (As of 4/8) Puppy |
Champ
is currently not available for adoption. Thank you for your patience and
understanding. |
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