How to really take good care of a goldendoodle?

Q. I want to buy a mini goldendoodle puppy but I need some good tips. Can someone help me get good tips on dogs?

A. Here's a tip...Don't buy a overpriced mutt such as a Goldendoodle - Be respectable and get a PUREBRED Golden if you have to have a dog!

I didn't realize they were breeding "Mini-Mutts" now, but I guess it was coming...

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What are some good dog walking tips?

Q. my sister and i want to start a little Dog Walking Business for the summer, so we need some good tips on dog walking. Thanks!

A. Practice with your own dog.

Don't take this the wrong way, buy I wouldn't give you my dogs to walk and I'm not sure of any responsible dog owners who would.

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Do you have tips for dogs during the summer?

Q. I saw this posted on another forum. It's some good information about dogs in hot cars: http://www.mydogiscool.com/

What are your summer dog tips that you'd like to share with others?

A. 1. Never leave your dog in hot car. The temperature can climb well over 120 degrees and can kill your dog in a matter of minutes. It's better if they stay home on hot days.

2. Keep your dog on heartworm preventative. With all the rain in the summer, it's perfect breeding grounds for mosquitoes and all it takes is one bite from an infected mosquito to infect your dog with heartworms.

3. Buy a kiddie swimming pool for your dog. Most dogs would love to splash around on a hot day.

4. Make sure your dog has access to water at all times. Dogs can dehydrate very easily in hot weather. Throw in some ice cubes for good measure.

5. Walk your dog in the early morning or in the late evening to prevent your dog from getting heat exhaustion and blistering on your dogs feet. Cement and tar become unbearably hot in the summertime.

6. If you have an outside dog, make sure he has a shady place to retreat to.

7. Be aware of your dogs body language and appetite. He may be trying to tell you something.

8. Check with a groomer before shaving your dog. Even though you may think it will keep him cooler, many dogs, especially dogs with double coats, use their coats to protect them from the heat.

9. If your dog is going to be out in the sun for a prolonged period of time, don't forget the sunscreen! Dogs can get melanoma/skin cancer and need protection, too. Especially on their ears and nose.

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How do you make a dogs tail stop bleeding?

Q. I smashed the tip of my dogs tail in the door the other day and he wags his tail so much it busts open again and again and wont stop bleeding. I cant afford a vet and have tried everything PLEASE HELP!

A. Wrap it up so it has padding and can heal.

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How do I transport my dog safely from USA to Singapore?

Q. Which airlines have the best record? How can you prepare the dog to handle the confined space & the long journey? Can anyone give me any tips? My dog is a 12 year old labrador.

A. I also advise you check re any quarantine requirements by Singapore and perhaps any further health certificates , tattooing or microchipping or further vaccinactions your dog may need , also check with the airline re their requiements of what they consider is a safe crate for travel - check with your vet re health of your dog - what he may advise for long travel also as he is an dog older check to see he is fit enough for long travel and any stay in quarantine that may be required - It cost me quite a bit to take my dog and lots of preparation but it went well and my dog fared pretty well - I hope this may be the same for you .
I used an external water bottle attacthed to the crate for Hydration during a long voyage with electrolytes in the water - I have a safe toy -blankets and dry bed liner in the crate for the comfort of your dog -so
get in touch with the airlines get all details.
get in touch with Singapore re their quantine requirements and health certificates .
get in touch with your vet.
I contacted my quarantine department where I live and they gave me details of what was required by other countries and gave me contact numbers of overseas departments . you could try this too .
I think you will find that Singapore has a huge dog lovers contingent and a huge show interest -they have many many dog lovers that spend so much money on their dogs and spoil and care for their dogs so well and their pets are loved family members - do not be put off by some reports that your dog will be eaten - there are some places in asia that this happens and its so horrible - but its not all over the place- its not rampant they dont go stealing your pets off airline terminals for food !!
your dog is travelling with you and under the care of the airline they do not give your dog away for food - there a huge number of great shops that cater for pets over there and I think you will find what you need there in regards to food - health and welfare of your dog and tons of accessories .
Good Luck I hope all goes well .

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Are you suppose to tip a dog groomer?

Q. I think thats 30.00 is too much to groom,but i was just wondering if your suppose to tip a dog groomer?

A. I work in a grooming salon and tips are always appreciated. Unless a groomer owns their own shop they only get a percentage of the money from each dog they groom, usually roughly 50%. So tips are important for their paycheck. Also if you are a regular typically you will get preferential treatment when booking appointments. If a groomer has a full day but knows you are a good tipper they are more likely to try to work you in.

Also, unless you just have a little short haired dog like a Chihuahua with no trimming involved and only a bath than $30 is reasonable. Most of the bigger bath dogs are around $30. If you're getting any trimming down or even a haircut then you really aren't paying that much. A lot of people try to argue with us about prices, saying their dog is only a little dog. But little hairy dogs like Poodles, Yorkies, Shih Tzus, ect often require the most effort. Its difficult to work on an especially small dog and make it look good.

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What's the best/easiest way to keep a dog's ears clean?

Q. I'm considering making giant Q-Tips for dogs but the upfront cost for the mass production equipment is enormous.
Is the product a good idea? bad idea?...any other ideas?
Thanks in advance.

A. qtips are not good unless you know how to use them as they are more likely to just push the wax down further...cotton balls are better...get an ear wash from petsmart or your vet clinic, and fill the ear canal with it, massage a little bit, and then let your dog shake it's head...then either put the cotton ball in the ear and massage again or you can just wipe with a kleenex around your finger...don't be afraid to stick like a quarter of your finger in, a dog's ear is shaped like a "j" kind of, and you will not hurt the eardrum. do this once a week or when you bathe your dog...if your doing this at least once a week or once every 2 weeks, and the ears are still consistently dirty, get your dog checked for an ear infection at your vet clinic.

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What is the best dog food for a 12 yr old lab mix?

Q. He's getting older now and I want him to last as long as possible. Any tips for dog food?

A. Canidea all life stages is a great dog food. If his liver and kidney's are healthy I would also recommend Wellness, Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover's Soul etc. Possibly look at an old age formula. Stay away from brands like pedigree, beneful, alpo, Ol Roy and dog foods found at wal-mart. They're loaded with corn, other filler and by-products.
I would recommend Canidea though.

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What's the best/easiest way to keep a dog's ears clean?

Q. I'm considering making giant Q-Tips for dogs but the upfront cost for the mass production equipment is enormous.
Is the product a good idea? bad idea?...any other ideas?
Thanks in advance.

A. qtips are not good unless you know how to use them as they are more likely to just push the wax down further...cotton balls are better...get an ear wash from petsmart or your vet clinic, and fill the ear canal with it, massage a little bit, and then let your dog shake it's head...then either put the cotton ball in the ear and massage again or you can just wipe with a kleenex around your finger...don't be afraid to stick like a quarter of your finger in, a dog's ear is shaped like a "j" kind of, and you will not hurt the eardrum. do this once a week or when you bathe your dog...if your doing this at least once a week or once every 2 weeks, and the ears are still consistently dirty, get your dog checked for an ear infection at your vet clinic.

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What is the best dog food for a 12 yr old lab mix?

Q. He's getting older now and I want him to last as long as possible. Any tips for dog food?

A. Canidea all life stages is a great dog food. If his liver and kidney's are healthy I would also recommend Wellness, Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover's Soul etc. Possibly look at an old age formula. Stay away from brands like pedigree, beneful, alpo, Ol Roy and dog foods found at wal-mart. They're loaded with corn, other filler and by-products.
I would recommend Canidea though.

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How to train a dog (pit bull) to be a watch dog?

Q. Okay so were getting a pitbull/boxer puppy soon

of course its going to be the family pet, but then we were also thinking that it could be a watch dog too

How would one go about training for a watch dog?
Its also going to be our first dog, so any tips?

*this dog will not be a fighting dog*
*and we want to train it to be a watch dog, NOT AN AGGRESSIVE DOG*

A. You shouldn't have to train her. If she lives inside the house with you as a member of your family, she views you as her pack and will be naturally protective. Not to mention, just her looks are going to be enough to scare people away. However, if she lives outside, she's not going to feel she belongs to your pack and will care less about guarding you. She will guard HER backyard, which she will view as HER territory. She won't care what happens inside the house as long as no one comes into her yard.

https://pawsandlearn.org/Dog_Sleep_Inside.php

Our pits love everyone and everything, but if there is a noise outside that my female isn't familiar with, she will give a low warning growl to let us know something isn't right or someone is in the yard that she is unfamiliar with. Of course, if you open the door, she's all wiggle butt and happy. She will lick them to death. Our male is not a good watch dog. He doesn't bark ever. He's very chill and relaxed.

ETA: Oahu, my dogs NEVER bark at the mailman and they are pit bulls. They're extremely friendly with him. Of course, they're very well socialized so perhaps that's why they don't freak out when he walks in the yard like our neighbors little yippers do.

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What would be a good age to start a dog walking buisness?

Q. Hi, im 12 and my family and i are trying to raise money to go to Mesa Verde and my idea was to do Dog Walking in about a month when it starts to get warmer (im in Colorado) and and i was hoping that someone could help me with a good payment for a size of dog,a good age to start at.Also,someone could maybe give me some tips on dog walking if anyone had any experience. If you can reply to this, that would be helpful, Thanks!

A. You have to be responsible, which I think you are. You have to be able to handle larger dogs. Some dogs pull and pull. You have to be able to handle them. If your not too strong you can do smaller and medium sized dogs.

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Are you suppose to tip a dog groomer?

Q. I think thats 30.00 is too much to groom,but i was just wondering if your suppose to tip a dog groomer?

A. I work in a grooming salon and tips are always appreciated. Unless a groomer owns their own shop they only get a percentage of the money from each dog they groom, usually roughly 50%. So tips are important for their paycheck. Also if you are a regular typically you will get preferential treatment when booking appointments. If a groomer has a full day but knows you are a good tipper they are more likely to try to work you in.

Also, unless you just have a little short haired dog like a Chihuahua with no trimming involved and only a bath than $30 is reasonable. Most of the bigger bath dogs are around $30. If you're getting any trimming down or even a haircut then you really aren't paying that much. A lot of people try to argue with us about prices, saying their dog is only a little dog. But little hairy dogs like Poodles, Yorkies, Shih Tzus, ect often require the most effort. Its difficult to work on an especially small dog and make it look good.

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What's the best/easiest way to keep a dog's ears clean?

Q. I'm considering making giant Q-Tips for dogs but the upfront cost for the mass production equipment is enormous.
Is the product a good idea? bad idea?...any other ideas?
Thanks in advance.

A. qtips are not good unless you know how to use them as they are more likely to just push the wax down further...cotton balls are better...get an ear wash from petsmart or your vet clinic, and fill the ear canal with it, massage a little bit, and then let your dog shake it's head...then either put the cotton ball in the ear and massage again or you can just wipe with a kleenex around your finger...don't be afraid to stick like a quarter of your finger in, a dog's ear is shaped like a "j" kind of, and you will not hurt the eardrum. do this once a week or when you bathe your dog...if your doing this at least once a week or once every 2 weeks, and the ears are still consistently dirty, get your dog checked for an ear infection at your vet clinic.

Original Question

What is the best dog food for a 12 yr old lab mix?

Q. He's getting older now and I want him to last as long as possible. Any tips for dog food?

A. Canidea all life stages is a great dog food. If his liver and kidney's are healthy I would also recommend Wellness, Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover's Soul etc. Possibly look at an old age formula. Stay away from brands like pedigree, beneful, alpo, Ol Roy and dog foods found at wal-mart. They're loaded with corn, other filler and by-products.
I would recommend Canidea though.

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How to train a dog (pit bull) to be a watch dog?

Q. Okay so were getting a pitbull/boxer puppy soon

of course its going to be the family pet, but then we were also thinking that it could be a watch dog too

How would one go about training for a watch dog?
Its also going to be our first dog, so any tips?

*this dog will not be a fighting dog*
*and we want to train it to be a watch dog, NOT AN AGGRESSIVE DOG*

A. You shouldn't have to train her. If she lives inside the house with you as a member of your family, she views you as her pack and will be naturally protective. Not to mention, just her looks are going to be enough to scare people away. However, if she lives outside, she's not going to feel she belongs to your pack and will care less about guarding you. She will guard HER backyard, which she will view as HER territory. She won't care what happens inside the house as long as no one comes into her yard.

https://pawsandlearn.org/Dog_Sleep_Inside.php

Our pits love everyone and everything, but if there is a noise outside that my female isn't familiar with, she will give a low warning growl to let us know something isn't right or someone is in the yard that she is unfamiliar with. Of course, if you open the door, she's all wiggle butt and happy. She will lick them to death. Our male is not a good watch dog. He doesn't bark ever. He's very chill and relaxed.

ETA: Oahu, my dogs NEVER bark at the mailman and they are pit bulls. They're extremely friendly with him. Of course, they're very well socialized so perhaps that's why they don't freak out when he walks in the yard like our neighbors little yippers do.

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How do I transport my dog safely from USA to Singapore?

Q. Which airlines have the best record? How can you prepare the dog to handle the confined space & the long journey? Can anyone give me any tips? My dog is a 12 year old labrador.

A. I also advise you check re any quarantine requirements by Singapore and perhaps any further health certificates , tattooing or microchipping or further vaccinactions your dog may need , also check with the airline re their requiements of what they consider is a safe crate for travel - check with your vet re health of your dog - what he may advise for long travel also as he is an dog older check to see he is fit enough for long travel and any stay in quarantine that may be required - It cost me quite a bit to take my dog and lots of preparation but it went well and my dog fared pretty well - I hope this may be the same for you .
I used an external water bottle attacthed to the crate for Hydration during a long voyage with electrolytes in the water - I have a safe toy -blankets and dry bed liner in the crate for the comfort of your dog -so
get in touch with the airlines get all details.
get in touch with Singapore re their quantine requirements and health certificates .
get in touch with your vet.
I contacted my quarantine department where I live and they gave me details of what was required by other countries and gave me contact numbers of overseas departments . you could try this too .
I think you will find that Singapore has a huge dog lovers contingent and a huge show interest -they have many many dog lovers that spend so much money on their dogs and spoil and care for their dogs so well and their pets are loved family members - do not be put off by some reports that your dog will be eaten - there are some places in asia that this happens and its so horrible - but its not all over the place- its not rampant they dont go stealing your pets off airline terminals for food !!
your dog is travelling with you and under the care of the airline they do not give your dog away for food - there a huge number of great shops that cater for pets over there and I think you will find what you need there in regards to food - health and welfare of your dog and tons of accessories .
Good Luck I hope all goes well .

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Are you suppose to tip a dog groomer?

Q. I think thats 30.00 is too much to groom,but i was just wondering if your suppose to tip a dog groomer?

A. I work in a grooming salon and tips are always appreciated. Unless a groomer owns their own shop they only get a percentage of the money from each dog they groom, usually roughly 50%. So tips are important for their paycheck. Also if you are a regular typically you will get preferential treatment when booking appointments. If a groomer has a full day but knows you are a good tipper they are more likely to try to work you in.

Also, unless you just have a little short haired dog like a Chihuahua with no trimming involved and only a bath than $30 is reasonable. Most of the bigger bath dogs are around $30. If you're getting any trimming down or even a haircut then you really aren't paying that much. A lot of people try to argue with us about prices, saying their dog is only a little dog. But little hairy dogs like Poodles, Yorkies, Shih Tzus, ect often require the most effort. Its difficult to work on an especially small dog and make it look good.

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What's the best/easiest way to keep a dog's ears clean?

Q. I'm considering making giant Q-Tips for dogs but the upfront cost for the mass production equipment is enormous.
Is the product a good idea? bad idea?...any other ideas?
Thanks in advance.

A. qtips are not good unless you know how to use them as they are more likely to just push the wax down further...cotton balls are better...get an ear wash from petsmart or your vet clinic, and fill the ear canal with it, massage a little bit, and then let your dog shake it's head...then either put the cotton ball in the ear and massage again or you can just wipe with a kleenex around your finger...don't be afraid to stick like a quarter of your finger in, a dog's ear is shaped like a "j" kind of, and you will not hurt the eardrum. do this once a week or when you bathe your dog...if your doing this at least once a week or once every 2 weeks, and the ears are still consistently dirty, get your dog checked for an ear infection at your vet clinic.

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What is the best dog food for a 12 yr old lab mix?

Q. He's getting older now and I want him to last as long as possible. Any tips for dog food?

A. Canidea all life stages is a great dog food. If his liver and kidney's are healthy I would also recommend Wellness, Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover's Soul etc. Possibly look at an old age formula. Stay away from brands like pedigree, beneful, alpo, Ol Roy and dog foods found at wal-mart. They're loaded with corn, other filler and by-products.
I would recommend Canidea though.

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How to really take good care of a goldendoodle?

Q. I want to buy a mini goldendoodle puppy but I need some good tips. Can someone help me get good tips on dogs?

A. Here's a tip...Don't buy a overpriced mutt such as a Goldendoodle - Be respectable and get a PUREBRED Golden if you have to have a dog!

I didn't realize they were breeding "Mini-Mutts" now, but I guess it was coming...

Original Question

What are some good dog walking tips?

Q. my sister and i want to start a little Dog Walking Business for the summer, so we need some good tips on dog walking. Thanks!

A. Practice with your own dog.

Don't take this the wrong way, buy I wouldn't give you my dogs to walk and I'm not sure of any responsible dog owners who would.

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Do you have tips for dogs during the summer?

Q. I saw this posted on another forum. It's some good information about dogs in hot cars: http://www.mydogiscool.com/

What are your summer dog tips that you'd like to share with others?

A. 1. Never leave your dog in hot car. The temperature can climb well over 120 degrees and can kill your dog in a matter of minutes. It's better if they stay home on hot days.

2. Keep your dog on heartworm preventative. With all the rain in the summer, it's perfect breeding grounds for mosquitoes and all it takes is one bite from an infected mosquito to infect your dog with heartworms.

3. Buy a kiddie swimming pool for your dog. Most dogs would love to splash around on a hot day.

4. Make sure your dog has access to water at all times. Dogs can dehydrate very easily in hot weather. Throw in some ice cubes for good measure.

5. Walk your dog in the early morning or in the late evening to prevent your dog from getting heat exhaustion and blistering on your dogs feet. Cement and tar become unbearably hot in the summertime.

6. If you have an outside dog, make sure he has a shady place to retreat to.

7. Be aware of your dogs body language and appetite. He may be trying to tell you something.

8. Check with a groomer before shaving your dog. Even though you may think it will keep him cooler, many dogs, especially dogs with double coats, use their coats to protect them from the heat.

9. If your dog is going to be out in the sun for a prolonged period of time, don't forget the sunscreen! Dogs can get melanoma/skin cancer and need protection, too. Especially on their ears and nose.

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How do you make a dogs tail stop bleeding?

Q. I smashed the tip of my dogs tail in the door the other day and he wags his tail so much it busts open again and again and wont stop bleeding. I cant afford a vet and have tried everything PLEASE HELP!

A. Wrap it up so it has padding and can heal.

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How to train a dog (pit bull) to be a watch dog?

Q. Okay so were getting a pitbull/boxer puppy soon

of course its going to be the family pet, but then we were also thinking that it could be a watch dog too

How would one go about training for a watch dog?
Its also going to be our first dog, so any tips?

*this dog will not be a fighting dog*
*and we want to train it to be a watch dog, NOT AN AGGRESSIVE DOG*

A. You shouldn't have to train her. If she lives inside the house with you as a member of your family, she views you as her pack and will be naturally protective. Not to mention, just her looks are going to be enough to scare people away. However, if she lives outside, she's not going to feel she belongs to your pack and will care less about guarding you. She will guard HER backyard, which she will view as HER territory. She won't care what happens inside the house as long as no one comes into her yard.

https://pawsandlearn.org/Dog_Sleep_Inside.php

Our pits love everyone and everything, but if there is a noise outside that my female isn't familiar with, she will give a low warning growl to let us know something isn't right or someone is in the yard that she is unfamiliar with. Of course, if you open the door, she's all wiggle butt and happy. She will lick them to death. Our male is not a good watch dog. He doesn't bark ever. He's very chill and relaxed.

ETA: Oahu, my dogs NEVER bark at the mailman and they are pit bulls. They're extremely friendly with him. Of course, they're very well socialized so perhaps that's why they don't freak out when he walks in the yard like our neighbors little yippers do.

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How do I stop my dog from attacking my cat?

Q. I have a rescue dog who is part Border Collie and part Hound, so he has extremely strong herding/hunting instincts. He has been out to get my cat since we adopted him almost 2 years ago, but she stays away from him and lives upstairs (where he isn't allowed). I'm going to college soon and would like my cat to be able to safely go downstairs to be with the rest of my family, but she can't with the dog behavior. Any tips for dog/cat fighting problems?

A. Discipline your dog.If he is a hunting dog or a rescue dog,that probably or possibly could mean he HAS to attack cats.Just put a gate in the middle of 2 rooms.Put your dog on one side;the cat on the other.Yes,the dog will probably knock the gate down but make sure it's stiff.If you dont have a gate,buy one off ebay.Buy one thats not too big,nor too small.Or,try putting your dog in the backyard but make sure theres fences all around the perimeter so that he can't get out.The dog will probably realize what it's like to be outside and alone like the cat.When your dog is outside,keep your cat upstairs for a minute and put the dog's food and water bowls outside then,bring your cat down and let her smell the fresh air!!

Hope i helped!:D

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What would be a good age to start a dog walking buisness?

Q. Hi, im 12 and my family and i are trying to raise money to go to Mesa Verde and my idea was to do Dog Walking in about a month when it starts to get warmer (im in Colorado) and and i was hoping that someone could help me with a good payment for a size of dog,a good age to start at.Also,someone could maybe give me some tips on dog walking if anyone had any experience. If you can reply to this, that would be helpful, Thanks!

A. You have to be responsible, which I think you are. You have to be able to handle larger dogs. Some dogs pull and pull. You have to be able to handle them. If your not too strong you can do smaller and medium sized dogs.

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What question will I be asked in a dog walking interview?

Q. I recently applied for a job as a dog walker at a kennel. I'm supposed to be eventually called in for an interview, what questions will I be asked? Also, any tips on dog walking that I should know before hand? Thank you!
oops typo in title ***questions

A. Dress neatly. Clean jeans if you are wearing them-no rips and dark ones. Nice blouse or top.
They will most likely ask why you want the job. How you feel about dogs. What experience you have with dogs., How to handle problem dogs. Good luck

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