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Sitter Profile Image: Isabella W.
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$18
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 27 reviews
17 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22309

“Bella was fantastic! We contacted her last minute because we needed help with giving medication to one of our kitties. She was able to come same day. We did a video call and I walked her through everything. We definitely will be using her again and if we loved the photos she sent of the kitties. It was clear that she loves animals.”

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Anne P.
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Amillita M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22309

“I booked Amillita for 2 check-in sessions at our house and she went above and beyond! This was my first time using Rover and I was a little nervous, but Amillita really made me feel like my pup, Dewey, would be in good hands during our meet and greet. And she definitely delivered! Dewey is a very energetic pup, so I was worried he’d be too much for her. But she played with him, fed him, and even walked him (even though he isn’t the best on the leash yet) 😅. She gave regular updates and sent lots of pictures. So very grateful for Amillita and would highly recommend her!”

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Lenny B.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
13 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22309

“Lenny is absolutely amazing! We just moved from overseas and I was worried my dogchild (he’s a senior) was going to have a problem bonding with a new sitter because he adored his last sitter. It’s safe to say he adores Lenny already and that’s such a relief. Lenny is such a great communicator and I love all the pictures taken daily. I couldn’t have picked a better person.”

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Sarah P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 96 reviews
34 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22309

“Sarah was very reliable and showed up for every appointment on time and took great care of our cat. She was communicating and sent pictures for updates. We will definitely ask for Sarah’s help again.”

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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 42 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Fort Belvoir, VA, 22060

“Lisa has been nothing but amazing! She has made being a first time puppy owner a thousand times easier. She provides a detailed update each day/visit that allows you to understand your dog’s needs more and to know how your dog is through out the day. Lisa is the best and recommend her to everyone!”

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Laia G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 79 reviews
25 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22309

“Laia was a wonderful cat sitter! She took great care of our shy kitty who warmed up to her right away. She was even able to pick her up and brush her which other cat sitters haven’t been able to do. Great communication too. We will definitely book again!”

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Catherine "Katie" F.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22306

“Katie was very helpful in caring for my cat, Fidel, during the holidays. It was my first time using rover and an overall positive experience. She communicated well, and went above and beyond to provide him with care.”

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kimberly h.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22309

About: I am very loving towards animals I accept cats and dogs all animals are welcome all animals have to be loved all are the same🥰 i’m currently helping out my mother so i’m not in school at the moment hopefully i can get back soon, on monday/ Wednesday i can from 10am-12:30pm and the tuesday, thursday, friday and saturday i can from 10am-3:30pm and 5pm-10pm but you can send me a message and also ask i can move stuff around so we can work together! 🥰 i have a fenced townhome with room for your fur baby to play, i don’t have any dogs myself but i have always enjoyed being with dogs and cats they are so adorable, typically so chill and cuddly!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22306

“Thanks for quick response.”

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Matthew B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 140 reviews
38 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22308

“We really enjoyed our meet and greet with Matt. He was great with both my dogs and his background and understanding of dog behavior and dog training is very reassuring with my very anxious puppers!”

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Jackie L.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 123 reviews
20 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22315

“Jackie is awesome! She is extremely caring and was very responsive. Our dog is very shy and anxious, but Jackie instantly earned her trust. 10/10 would recommend Jackie!”

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Nancy L.
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$30
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1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22309

About: I am not your average sitter, I have a lot of time on my hands to help you and your fur babies any time of day. I do not speak English but I am dedicated to work and help others around me. I am retired and have a lot of time on my hands. I am available every day of the week just let me know when you need me. I am willing to travel to you home and I will make sure to take care of your fur babies and your home as well.

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Kermela Jan D.
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$25
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5 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22309

About: I have 5 years of experience caring for dogs and cats of all ages. I grew up with pets and currently temp foster for a local animal rescue! This gave me hands-on experience in all aspects of pet care. I’m skilled in puppy training, senior pet care, administering medications, and creating safe, fun environments. I treat every pet with love, patience, and respect, ensuring they feel happy and secure while in my care! I’m a stay-at-home-mom and I have two kids under the age of 5. I’m a stay-at-home mom with two little kids, so my pet care fits around our family routine. Depending on the season and whether we spend time outside, I can provide walks, feeding, playtime, and companionship. I make sure every pet gets attention, love, and a safe environment, while keeping care consistent and reliable for pet parents. I have a big, open yard where dogs can play and explore safely, and I have a small fenced in area to keep your dog safe and secure. Occasionally, I may have a foster dog or cat in my home, which gives your fur baby companionship and socialization opportunities. I always supervise interactions, follow your instructions carefully, and make sure every pet feels secure, loved, and happy while in my care.

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Dana D.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 111 reviews
45 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22315

“Dana is a rare gem find!!! Trustworthy reliable and great communication. I have two dogs she walks together who no matter how much training we do always act like they’ve never been outside of leashes before. One is aggressive relative the other is easily overly excited. She handles them like an absolute champ and I know they are always safe in her hands!”

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Rosemary O.
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$28
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 81 reviews
28 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22309

“Rosemary took great care of my 2 cats with drop-in visits over the holidays. They're shy, but they warmed up to her, and she played with them (which they needed!). I'm very happy with her work!”

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Fathia A.
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$20
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2 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22306

About: I have hands-on experience caring for both cats and dogs, including caring for my own cat and helping care for a friend’s senior age Chihuahua. I have also volunteered at a animal shelter in Blacksburg, VA. I’m comfortable with feeding, fresh water, playtime, walks, litter box care, and keeping pets on their normal routines. I’m patient and attentive to each pet’s personality and comfort level, and I understand that some pets need lots of attention while others need a little more space. My goal is to make sure your pet feels safe, comfortable, and well cared for while you’re away. My schedule gives me flexibility to provide consistent pet care throughout the week. I’m able to accommodate walks, drop-in visits, and pet sitting depending on the timing and needs of each pet. I’m happy to work with owners on a schedule that keeps their pets comfortable and maintains their normal routine while they’re away I take pet safety seriously and will follow your instructions closely, including feeding schedules, medications if needed, walks, routines, and any house rules. I’m attentive to pets’ behavior and comfort and won’t force interaction if they need space. I’ll also keep you updated so you know how your pet is doing while you’re away

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Jhonathan & Jeannie N.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 459 reviews
142 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22306

“Jhonathan was a life saver once again! Stepping in to care for my 2 Goldens with short notice. He is extremely reliable and I always receive updates and photos on my pups. I lucked out finding him!”

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Morgan B.
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$18
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1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22306

About: I currently have a 2 1/2 year old pug named Alfie. Love going for walks and playing with pups. Have spare time that I can dedicate to giving pets the attention and exercise that they need and deserve. Very attentive and enjoy being outside and living an active lifestyle. But if a dog doesn’t like activity as much I also enjoy cuddling and giving belly rubs inside the house as well. If you’re looking for someone to love your pet and care for them the way you personally would I am the right person for your dog walking or overnight stay needs. Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have about your pet! Weekends are the best availability for me. I do have some availability in the mornings to check on animals and go for walks as well. I am willing to visit the pets home to care for them if they are more comfortable staying in their own space. Pets are also welcome in my home if they are good with another dog and comfortable being somewhere new.

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Hieu & Anna N.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 101 reviews
30 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Springfield, VA, 22150

“Hieu and Anna were amazing! They took great care of my 2 energetic Australian Shepherds while I was out of town. They were wonderful at communicating and gave me updates. My one dog is scared of the elevator and they were able to get him to go on. My doggies are always excited to see them and I will definitely request their help in the future!”

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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 167 reviews
51 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Alexandria, VA, 22309

“Kathy was great with my young golden retriever and was not intimidated by his “puppyish” ways. She did drop in visits to let him out and play a couple times a day. I loved seeing the photos and videos she sent confirming that he was in good hands while we were away.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Juan was amazing with our cats! He was very communicative and took great care of them! Knowing that our cats were in good hands truly allowed us to relax and enjoy our vacation. We will definitely be using Juan again!

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Emily F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ana was great with my cat Locke! She was very communicative and provided detailed updates. My cat got lots of attention and play while I was away.

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

I booked Amillita for 2 check-in sessions at our house and she went above and beyond! This was my first time using Rover and I was a little nervous, but Amillita really made me feel like my pup, Dewey, would be in good hands during our meet and greet. And she definitely delivered! Dewey is a very energetic pup, so I was worried he’d be too much for her. But she played with him, fed him, and even walked him (even though he isn’t the best on the leash yet) 😅. She gave regular updates and sent lots of pictures. So very grateful for Amillita and would highly recommend her!

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Linh N.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Claudia was amazing! This was our first time using Rover or any type of pet sitting service. At first I was slightly nervous as I knew our cats are somewhat shy and I didn’t exactly know what to expect. Claudia eased all my concerns! She was incredibly communicative leading up to her visits and our kitties loved her! Highly highly recommend and we won’t hesitate to book her again!

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Kyra C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We’re happy to book Bella for a repeat visit with our babies, as always outstanding care and great communication with lots of photos

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

Stephanie was great! Leaving your animals at home while traveling is always hard but she took great care of our two cats and ensured that they didn’t feel as alone throughout the week we were gone.

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

The best of course. She’s been stopping in on my pet weekly since August and basically watching him grow with me 😂❤️

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Unique P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

If you need a catsitter, make sure it's Jackie! She came highly recommended by another repeat client whom I know personally. I get anxious leaving my "velcro kitty" alone, but from the moment I met Jackie I knew my girl was in good hands. Jackie sent thoughtful updates with the sweetest photos. She went above and beyond in caring for my cat, and we're incredibly grateful! But don't just take my word, trust my cat's review. She crawled into Jackie's lap during her very first visit and parked there for each subsequent visit!

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Kathleen R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sophia was fabulous. Unfortunately we ran into some mishap/issues and she took Pele into her care with love n compassion while we were in Florida. We highly recommend her to care for your pet!! Thank you n appreciate all you did!!

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

Andrea provides wonderful care for my cats! I am so appreciative of her updates and that I come home to everything in order and the cats are happy and healthy!!

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

Jordan was absolutely wonderful with both of our dogs! We felt completely comfortable knowing they were in her care, and it was clear that she genuinely cared about making sure they were both happy and well taken care of. She was reliable, attentive, and handled having two pups perfectly. We came home to two very happy dogs! We would absolutely book with Jordan again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy and caring to watch their pups.

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Mia L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Great experience! She was very flexible, communicative, and took great care of my dogs during the drop-in visits. I really appreciated the updates and knowing my pups were in good hands. Will definitely book with her again!

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

Took great care of my massive cane corsos! Went the extra mile for them. I greatly appreciate Sarah and can’t wait to book her again!

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Laredis P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lenny is great! She is my go to sitter for cats/dogs (5 total) every time we are out of town. This time it was just 2 cats as we took dogs with us but she did everything according to instructions and even went above and beyond when asked to water plants outside. Always, can rely on her for my animals to be well taken care off!

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

Clement loved her. She provided pictures and updates and communicated effectively. I found her professional and felt very comfortable leaving our puppy and our home in her care.

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

Tiki and Luna loved having Samantha as a cat sitter. She did a great job making sure they were well taken cared for and loved. Would definitely recommend and would hire again!

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Linda V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Samantha continues to provide outstanding care for my 2 cats and a chinchilla. I know they’re in good hands when I’m away. I will stick with Samantha and Rover as long as I have pets.

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

Dotti was very kind and sweet! She went above and beyond to make sure my diabetic cat is taken care of! Will definitely book her again ☺️

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Darya C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We are thankful to Eve once again for taking the best care of our pet! We are grateful to know that our pet loves her time with Eve and we are so happy to be free to travel without worrying about anything.

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

Jen is a great cat sitter- totally reliable and our cat really likes her. Her reports are thorough and very helpful. We highly recommend her.

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Lynn E.
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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your pet’s routine and the sitter’s availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.

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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.

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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 .

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.

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Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies 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 request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .

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Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

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