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Katharine W.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Campus Area-University District, Albany, NY, 12203

Katie was amazing! She is incredibly kind and the fur babies loved her. She gave detailed recaps of her visits and went above and beyond while we were away. 🐾

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Miranda S.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
238 reviews
35 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Central Avenue, Albany, NY, 12210

Absolutely loved working with Miranda and cannot wait to have her watch Echo again. She really paid attention to Echos personality and was so attentive with her care. Miranda followed every instruction I left and I couldn’t be happier with her service! Miranda was also amazing with communication leading up to and during her visits!

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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
6 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Whitehall, Albany, NY, 12209

Alex and our dog Opie hit it off and are beginning a new friendship. I appreciate that Alex communicates with me during their visits and is responsible and personable

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Maria & Brandi T.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Pine Hills, Albany, NY, 12203

Maria was over the top amazing with my dog Brooke. After many attempts to find a pet sitter through our neighbors we decyto try River for the first time. Maria was the first to pop up near our home and was the perfect match! She even said she notice we were a bit in need and was gracious enough to try us for the first time. Maria came early for our first meet up, asked the right questions and is an absolute delight! She sent us pictures and positive feedback through the care process. Unfortunately, we were supposed to go camping for the entire weekend but due to lots of rain we had to cut the weekend short and I felt kind of bad but she was incredibly kind and understanding and helped me through the entire process seamlessly. I can’t thank her enough and am looking forward to our next visits with her and feel relieved to finally have a loving and caring responsible and professional pet sitter for Brooke. Maria is practically perfect in every way

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Jessica F.
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$25
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4.7 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Pine Hills, Albany, NY, 12208

About: I have been dog sitting dogs since I was a teenager. I have experience with many different breeds both big and small. Since I don’t have any pets of my own right now I love being able to go meet new furry friends and play with them I have a pretty flexible work schedule. I can make my own schedule based off of the needs clients may have. Depending on when your pets need care I can adjust my schedule accordingly It is my pleasure to keep your pets company while you are away. I am happy to help out with whatever is needed. I am reliable and will keep your pets company while you are away.

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Ashley G.
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$25
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4.8 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

Was great with our 2 cats. Feed, them both, and gave medicine to our Lucky. Spent time petting and playing with them. Arrived on time, and sent pictures of our precious babies. We will hire again. The cats each gave her 2 paws up. :)

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Natasha B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
120 reviews
43 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12206

Natasha is always very great with my pup! My pup was being difficult about putting the harness on and she stayed a little extra to ensure she was taken care of. Thank you Natasha!

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Jessica A.
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Ayva T.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
7 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

Very professional and responsive!

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MacKenzie G.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
13 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12206

Highly recommended. Really great in taking care of my cats, and also very responsive and accommodating to the request.

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Eleanor W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
127 reviews
41 repeat clients
44 years of experience
Whitehall, Albany, NY, 12209

Eleanor is terrific! She was very conscientious about knowing how to administer my cats’ medicines. When I returned from my trip, my house was as orderly as when I left it. Most importantly, she has a real affinity for animals. My cats loved her. One of them is very reserved but I could tell from the notes and pictures she posted on Rover that he warmed up to her very quickly. I felt very comfortable having left my cats in her capable hands.

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Maria S.
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Sophia G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

Sophia did a great job caring for our two cats for a week while we were on vacation! She was great at sending updates, including pictures and videos, and made my shy kitties comfortable. I highly recommend Sophia!

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Joni M.
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$12
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12 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12207

About: Hi! I’m a lifelong animal lover with 11 years of experience who provides a safe, clean, and loving environment. I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your fur baby, and I’ll treat them like part of the family. I enjoy walks, playtime, and making sure each dog gets plenty of attention and affection. I can’t wait for all the new amazing pets I will get to meet and have the privilege of taking care of! I work full-time 8am- 4pm Monday through Friday, so best with dogs that are comfortable being home alone during the workday. Before and after work, I’ll provide walks, playtime, feeding, and lots of attention. On evenings and weekends, I’ll have much more time to spend with them! I grew up with dogs and have loved caring for them my entire life. After recently losing my family dog to old age, I want to continue sharing that love by caring for other people’s pets. I provide a safe, loving environment, follow each pet’s routine, and treat every animal like family. My goal is to give you peace of mind while you’re away.

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Shantalee M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12207

Everything was great working with Shantalee, I’m looking forward to have them sit for me again!

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Juliana S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
9 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12208

Juliana was a fantastic dog sitter ! She was really prompt with communication, sent pictures of my pets, and overall was incredibly professional. She also let me know when small accidents happened, like when my dog knocked over a houseplant while he was playing or when he chewed on his leash. She was patient and did GREAT with my large, high energy 2 year old poodle. I’m very grateful to have a resource like her nearby and I look forward to hiring her again

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Patrick H.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Park South, Albany, NY, 12208

Patrick and Opie bonded from the moment they met! Patrick is very responsible and his love of dogs and warmth came right through. Thank you Patrick!

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Dylan G.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Center Square, Albany, NY, 12210

Dylan’s communication was fantastic and showed up for my pup and made sure she was comfortable and well taken care of. Thank you Dylan, we appreciate your time and the care you provided so we could enjoy our time away!

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Ashley C.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
9 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12205

Ashley was amazing, so punctual, sweet and caring. She took so much care of our baby and so highly recommend her.

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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
5 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12207

About: I’ve been around dogs and cats my whole life and love to care for them. Whether it’s keeping them active or spending some chill time together, we will have so much fun! I’m flexible on weekdays after 5pm and am available for house sitting most days of the week. My availability is flexible with enough advance notice. I am a visitor in your pets home and will do what I need to make them, and you, feel safe, happy, and worry free while you’re taking a break.

Sitter Profile Image: Kim A.
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Kim A.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
107 reviews
35 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12210

Kim did an amazing job!! Absolutely above and beyond, we felt super confident leaving our cats in her hands. All the pictures and videos we received made it clear how cozy our babies were and how much play and care she took with them. Would definitely rebook!

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Jody G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
New Scotland, Albany, NY, 12208

About: 2+ years kennel experience. Including but not limited to, walking, bathing, feeding and giving any oral medication. Since working there I have been a pet sitter for many of my friends and family. I love caring for all animals of any size! I am currently available on WEEKENDS and 5pm - 8pm weekdays. I will care and love your pups and/ or kitties, like my own, during our walks and/or visits! My pups and I are lucky enough to have a fenced in yard of our own to play in, but at least once a day I like to take them for a walk. I will care for your pet however they need to be tended to. Whether that’s playing outside, walking them or just keeping them company inside. I can assure that you and your pet will be happy and satisfied at the end of our visit.

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The median cost per visit for cat sitting in Albany is $25

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nina is so kind and sweet to our elderly little man and I always feel assured that he will be taken care of when we need a sitter. Thank you Nina!

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Hannah C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Miranda did an amazing job with my two cats! She left me very detailed notes and tons of photos every time she checked on them. I felt like I was able to relax a lot easier while I was on vacation because I knew my cats were well taken care of. Thank you so so much :)

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Melina M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Was very patient with my shy cats, who eventually opened up to being pet. Sent plenty of photos and updates! :)

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Elizabeth C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

With Deb I could always trust that my cat would be genuinely loved and my home would be respected. We will miss her greatly in New York and wish her all the best in her new home!

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Mary S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sara was communicative throughout the week and also made herself available for a last minute need of ours when we were away. I would definitely book Sara to watch our cats again !

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Katharine W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashley arrived on time, and took great care of the cats. She feed them, and played with them. Checked and cleaned the litter. She cleaned out the wet cat food cans, as requested, and made sure their food and water was full and clean.

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Amy G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sophia is quick to respond and very flexible. My animals love her. Even my nervous old Chihuahua now goes over for pets when Sophia comes over.

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Ashley G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Juliana took amazing care of our two cats. They really seemed to like her,were excited to play with her, and were well cared for during her visits.

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Okan K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Hannah was a pleasure to work with! She was very communicative and she made everything so easy. I will 100% be booking with her again!!

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Carli H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended. Really great in taking care of my cats, and also very responsive and accommodating to the request.

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Rehman S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Dylan was amazing! Our cats loved him. He was so communicative and sent lots of pictures! Absolutely would rebook with him in the future.

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emily w.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alicia was communicative, trustworthy, and flexible with the changes to our original plan. I love how she always sends multiple pictures and detailed updates about how the cats are doing. She went above and beyond and I will 100% be reaching out to her again when we need cat care!

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Jackie D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We have booked Sarah a few times to keep an eye on our 2 cats, Nala & Coco, while away. She has done a great job everytime and will continue to look for her when in need of a sitter.

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Amanda B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Laney was super responsive and took great care of my cat Sunny with short notice. I highly recommend Laney!

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Zach A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Eleanor is absolutely amazing. Incredibly kind. We had a foster cat that we adopted and then unfortunately had to leave town shortly after. She jumped right in, learned the routine and genuinely loved on our boy. I’m so thankful & HIGHLY recommend!!

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Savannah M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexandra continues to be such a big help to our family! She's flexible, attentive, and the animals clearly love having her visit. We get such peace of mind with her taking care of our dog with medical needs (diabetes). She's very diligent with his medications and monitoring him for symptoms. Such a relief being able to trust them to her care without worrying while we are away!

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Kaitlyn W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alison provided the best care to our sweet girl! She really helped us out with a last minute ask and was so kind and professional. We were able to enjoy our trip knowing Alison was giving our pet lots of love! We will definitely be asking her back.

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Megan C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Everything went great! My cat loved her from the meet and greet and I found everything in great shape when I got home.

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Catherine G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

There is no one I trust my pets (cat and dog) with more than Freedom. I can tell she cares deeply for them and goes above and beyond to make sure they are taken care of. I highly recommend her to take care of your fur babies whenever you need someone you can trust!

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Katheryne U.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Katrina did a great job taking care of our five sweet kitties! She was prompt, friendly, and sent pics of our kitties each day. She handled our asthmatic cat's inhaler like a champ and sent helpful updates about our cats that put our minds at ease while we were away. We felt comfortable having her in our home after a very pleasant and thorough meet and greet and we're looking forward to working with her again soon. Thank you so much, Katrina!

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Stephanie L.
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The average cost for Cat Sitting in Albany on Rover is $22.2 per visit (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Cat Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Cat Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 587 sitters on Rover offering Cat Sitting across Albany. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Cat sitters on Rover care for your cats’ needs and can spend quality time with them, including activities like feeding, playing, and refreshing their water and litter boxes. Depending on your arrangement, you can schedule as many visits per day as your cat needs or find a sitter who can stay at your house overnight. Some sitters also board cats in their home.

House sitting can be ideal for cats who need socialization or care that lasts longer than a few hours. Your cat stays in their own home, on their own schedule, with care based on what you and your sitter agree on together.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your cat, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Albany. On Rover:

  • 92% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 97% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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