Shadow Cats
@shadowcats.bsky.social
Sanctuary life, just outside Austin, TX 💚
We are a 501c3 nonprofit that cares for FeLV+ & special needs cats, and we support TNR 😻
Come for the mission, stay for the cats:
🔗 linktr.ee/shadowcats 🐈🐈⬛
We are a 501c3 nonprofit that cares for FeLV+ & special needs cats, and we support TNR 😻
Come for the mission, stay for the cats:
🔗 linktr.ee/shadowcats 🐈🐈⬛
We hit up Felix for our weekly Tongue Out Tuesday post. And like a petulant kitten, he wasn't happy to oblige at first. But then... he delivered the goods 😻
Here's to hoping this is the first of many ToTs from our young FeLVie void 💚
Here's to hoping this is the first of many ToTs from our young FeLVie void 💚
February 17, 2026 at 11:01 PM
We hit up Felix for our weekly Tongue Out Tuesday post. And like a petulant kitten, he wasn't happy to oblige at first. But then... he delivered the goods 😻
Here's to hoping this is the first of many ToTs from our young FeLVie void 💚
Here's to hoping this is the first of many ToTs from our young FeLVie void 💚
Welcome to Shadow Cats! 💚
Step into our sanctuary for a tour of the work we do every day. This is a place of healing, safety, and love for cats who need it most. Amplify Austin is here! Every donation made right now is TRIPLED. Your gift goes three times as far for our residents.
buff.ly/gvaMGqG
Step into our sanctuary for a tour of the work we do every day. This is a place of healing, safety, and love for cats who need it most. Amplify Austin is here! Every donation made right now is TRIPLED. Your gift goes three times as far for our residents.
buff.ly/gvaMGqG
February 17, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Welcome to Shadow Cats! 💚
Step into our sanctuary for a tour of the work we do every day. This is a place of healing, safety, and love for cats who need it most. Amplify Austin is here! Every donation made right now is TRIPLED. Your gift goes three times as far for our residents.
buff.ly/gvaMGqG
Step into our sanctuary for a tour of the work we do every day. This is a place of healing, safety, and love for cats who need it most. Amplify Austin is here! Every donation made right now is TRIPLED. Your gift goes three times as far for our residents.
buff.ly/gvaMGqG
It's a holiday, so what better time is there than to conduct a loaf check on our friend Kibble? He's sunk so deep into this blanket and scrunched up that he's made a perfect little bundle of brioche 🥖
This little handsome guy is loving the extended weekend and we hope you are, too.
This little handsome guy is loving the extended weekend and we hope you are, too.
February 16, 2026 at 11:00 PM
It's a holiday, so what better time is there than to conduct a loaf check on our friend Kibble? He's sunk so deep into this blanket and scrunched up that he's made a perfect little bundle of brioche 🥖
This little handsome guy is loving the extended weekend and we hope you are, too.
This little handsome guy is loving the extended weekend and we hope you are, too.
Three of our faves are walking like they are on a mission this holiday Monday! 🐾
Evie is giving us a Blue Steel look, while Dexter is doing his impression of the famous Bigfoot video. Meanwhile, Elsa is headed for her favorite catio cushion. 😸
The sanctuary business of being cute never stops, 💚
Evie is giving us a Blue Steel look, while Dexter is doing his impression of the famous Bigfoot video. Meanwhile, Elsa is headed for her favorite catio cushion. 😸
The sanctuary business of being cute never stops, 💚
February 16, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Three of our faves are walking like they are on a mission this holiday Monday! 🐾
Evie is giving us a Blue Steel look, while Dexter is doing his impression of the famous Bigfoot video. Meanwhile, Elsa is headed for her favorite catio cushion. 😸
The sanctuary business of being cute never stops, 💚
Evie is giving us a Blue Steel look, while Dexter is doing his impression of the famous Bigfoot video. Meanwhile, Elsa is headed for her favorite catio cushion. 😸
The sanctuary business of being cute never stops, 💚
Side Eye Sunday, courtesy of Evie. This also serves as a before and after I told her Monday was a holiday and that the weekend would be extended!
We hope Saturday and Sunday treated you well, friends. And if you have tomorrow off, well, keep the relaxation going 💚
We hope Saturday and Sunday treated you well, friends. And if you have tomorrow off, well, keep the relaxation going 💚
February 15, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Side Eye Sunday, courtesy of Evie. This also serves as a before and after I told her Monday was a holiday and that the weekend would be extended!
We hope Saturday and Sunday treated you well, friends. And if you have tomorrow off, well, keep the relaxation going 💚
We hope Saturday and Sunday treated you well, friends. And if you have tomorrow off, well, keep the relaxation going 💚
While you were snuggling your Valentine last night, KitKat was busy with her true soulmate: our Social Media Manager’s running shoes😻
No, you aren't hallucinating. We’ve shared this before, but the love affair is still going strong. Some cats want catnip, but KitKat just wants a well-worn sneaker 👟
No, you aren't hallucinating. We’ve shared this before, but the love affair is still going strong. Some cats want catnip, but KitKat just wants a well-worn sneaker 👟
February 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM
While you were snuggling your Valentine last night, KitKat was busy with her true soulmate: our Social Media Manager’s running shoes😻
No, you aren't hallucinating. We’ve shared this before, but the love affair is still going strong. Some cats want catnip, but KitKat just wants a well-worn sneaker 👟
No, you aren't hallucinating. We’ve shared this before, but the love affair is still going strong. Some cats want catnip, but KitKat just wants a well-worn sneaker 👟
It’s Caturday, and we are ending the week with four of our favorite leading ladies! 😻👑
Edith, Petunia, Shadow II, and Snarky are all queens of relaxation. You can guarantee they have gotten in a very solid snuggle session today!
We hope you are having a great weekend as well. 💚💤
Edith, Petunia, Shadow II, and Snarky are all queens of relaxation. You can guarantee they have gotten in a very solid snuggle session today!
We hope you are having a great weekend as well. 💚💤
February 14, 2026 at 9:01 PM
It’s Caturday, and we are ending the week with four of our favorite leading ladies! 😻👑
Edith, Petunia, Shadow II, and Snarky are all queens of relaxation. You can guarantee they have gotten in a very solid snuggle session today!
We hope you are having a great weekend as well. 💚💤
Edith, Petunia, Shadow II, and Snarky are all queens of relaxation. You can guarantee they have gotten in a very solid snuggle session today!
We hope you are having a great weekend as well. 💚💤
Hudson, Meeko, and Enzo. This Valentine’s Day, we need to tell you their story.
These three sweet cats lived an unfathomable life in a hoarding situation. They were emaciated, FeLV positive, and left without medical care for far too long. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
These three sweet cats lived an unfathomable life in a hoarding situation. They were emaciated, FeLV positive, and left without medical care for far too long. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
February 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Hudson, Meeko, and Enzo. This Valentine’s Day, we need to tell you their story.
These three sweet cats lived an unfathomable life in a hoarding situation. They were emaciated, FeLV positive, and left without medical care for far too long. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
These three sweet cats lived an unfathomable life in a hoarding situation. They were emaciated, FeLV positive, and left without medical care for far too long. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
Hamilton has a transformation story that rivals any romance novel. He has grown out his mutton chops just for Valentine's Day, but somehow he still does not have a date! 🧔♂️🧡
Check out his incredible journey from fear to fluff in the thread below. 🧵👇
(1/3) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky #Hamilton
Check out his incredible journey from fear to fluff in the thread below. 🧵👇
(1/3) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky #Hamilton
February 13, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Hamilton has a transformation story that rivals any romance novel. He has grown out his mutton chops just for Valentine's Day, but somehow he still does not have a date! 🧔♂️🧡
Check out his incredible journey from fear to fluff in the thread below. 🧵👇
(1/3) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky #Hamilton
Check out his incredible journey from fear to fluff in the thread below. 🧵👇
(1/3) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky #Hamilton
It is Valentine’s Day Eve, and Penny is already practicing her best KISS ME face! 💋🍭
Penny is still a relatively new Shadow Cat, but she has been such a wonderful addition to the sanctuary. While being FeLV positive comes with its own set of challenges, Penny doesn't let that slow her down.
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Penny is still a relatively new Shadow Cat, but she has been such a wonderful addition to the sanctuary. While being FeLV positive comes with its own set of challenges, Penny doesn't let that slow her down.
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February 13, 2026 at 4:01 PM
It is Valentine’s Day Eve, and Penny is already practicing her best KISS ME face! 💋🍭
Penny is still a relatively new Shadow Cat, but she has been such a wonderful addition to the sanctuary. While being FeLV positive comes with its own set of challenges, Penny doesn't let that slow her down.
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Penny is still a relatively new Shadow Cat, but she has been such a wonderful addition to the sanctuary. While being FeLV positive comes with its own set of challenges, Penny doesn't let that slow her down.
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We missed this girl’s birthday yesterday, but truth be told, we were just letting her sleep in. 😸💤
On February 10th, our beautiful Mystique turned 2 years old! She is on the shyer side, but that only makes us want to celebrate her more. 🧵👇
(1/2) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
On February 10th, our beautiful Mystique turned 2 years old! She is on the shyer side, but that only makes us want to celebrate her more. 🧵👇
(1/2) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
February 12, 2026 at 9:01 PM
We missed this girl’s birthday yesterday, but truth be told, we were just letting her sleep in. 😸💤
On February 10th, our beautiful Mystique turned 2 years old! She is on the shyer side, but that only makes us want to celebrate her more. 🧵👇
(1/2) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
On February 10th, our beautiful Mystique turned 2 years old! She is on the shyer side, but that only makes us want to celebrate her more. 🧵👇
(1/2) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
We want to welcome 75 new sponsors in 2026. We started things off sweet with our Valentine’s fundraiser, but we have been backed into a corner.
It is time to bring out the big guns. 😬
Enter Coraline. The ruler of Cookie’s Cottage has arrived with her... bloody knife!? 😱🧵👇
(1/3) #CatsOfBluesky
February 12, 2026 at 4:02 PM
We want to welcome 75 new sponsors in 2026. We started things off sweet with our Valentine’s fundraiser, but we have been backed into a corner.
It is time to bring out the big guns. 😬
Enter Coraline. The ruler of Cookie’s Cottage has arrived with her... bloody knife!? 😱🧵👇
(1/3) #CatsOfBluesky
In spite of recent developments and his ousting from Tongue Out Tuesday, Tommy has been relegated to Way-Too-Comfy Wednesday. And honestly? This may be more his speed anyways as no one in the sanctuary seems to love a seat in the kitchen window like Tommy 😻
February 11, 2026 at 9:01 PM
In spite of recent developments and his ousting from Tongue Out Tuesday, Tommy has been relegated to Way-Too-Comfy Wednesday. And honestly? This may be more his speed anyways as no one in the sanctuary seems to love a seat in the kitchen window like Tommy 😻
Next up in our lineup of cats with only one sponsor this Valentine’s Day is Vance!
Vance is the definition of easygoing. If you want a Valentine with maximum cuddle potential, he is your guy. Will you help us reach our goal of 75 new sponsors?
Sponsor Vance: 👉 buff.ly/LshC27b 👉 buff.ly/DqnVlkn
Vance is the definition of easygoing. If you want a Valentine with maximum cuddle potential, he is your guy. Will you help us reach our goal of 75 new sponsors?
Sponsor Vance: 👉 buff.ly/LshC27b 👉 buff.ly/DqnVlkn
February 11, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Next up in our lineup of cats with only one sponsor this Valentine’s Day is Vance!
Vance is the definition of easygoing. If you want a Valentine with maximum cuddle potential, he is your guy. Will you help us reach our goal of 75 new sponsors?
Sponsor Vance: 👉 buff.ly/LshC27b 👉 buff.ly/DqnVlkn
Vance is the definition of easygoing. If you want a Valentine with maximum cuddle potential, he is your guy. Will you help us reach our goal of 75 new sponsors?
Sponsor Vance: 👉 buff.ly/LshC27b 👉 buff.ly/DqnVlkn
We’re starting a new "Glow Up" journey. 🐾✨
Enzo, Hudson, and Meeko recently arrived at Shadow Cats from a questionable situation in very poor health. After weeks of intense medical ISO, they’re finally starting to look better—but they have a long road ahead. 🧵👇
(1/2) #ShadowCats #RescueCats
Enzo, Hudson, and Meeko recently arrived at Shadow Cats from a questionable situation in very poor health. After weeks of intense medical ISO, they’re finally starting to look better—but they have a long road ahead. 🧵👇
(1/2) #ShadowCats #RescueCats
February 10, 2026 at 9:02 PM
We’re starting a new "Glow Up" journey. 🐾✨
Enzo, Hudson, and Meeko recently arrived at Shadow Cats from a questionable situation in very poor health. After weeks of intense medical ISO, they’re finally starting to look better—but they have a long road ahead. 🧵👇
(1/2) #ShadowCats #RescueCats
Enzo, Hudson, and Meeko recently arrived at Shadow Cats from a questionable situation in very poor health. After weeks of intense medical ISO, they’re finally starting to look better—but they have a long road ahead. 🧵👇
(1/2) #ShadowCats #RescueCats
The rebranding of Tuesday has been officially vetoed 🙅♀️🐾
Tabbytha heard rumors about "Tommy Tuesday," and she is not amused. She’s spent today out on her catio reclaiming her rightful title.
Assessing the situation 🧐
Re-establishing scratch-pad dominance 🧶
Absolute victory 💤
The Queen is back 💚
Tabbytha heard rumors about "Tommy Tuesday," and she is not amused. She’s spent today out on her catio reclaiming her rightful title.
Assessing the situation 🧐
Re-establishing scratch-pad dominance 🧶
Absolute victory 💤
The Queen is back 💚
February 10, 2026 at 4:02 PM
The rebranding of Tuesday has been officially vetoed 🙅♀️🐾
Tabbytha heard rumors about "Tommy Tuesday," and she is not amused. She’s spent today out on her catio reclaiming her rightful title.
Assessing the situation 🧐
Re-establishing scratch-pad dominance 🧶
Absolute victory 💤
The Queen is back 💚
Tabbytha heard rumors about "Tommy Tuesday," and she is not amused. She’s spent today out on her catio reclaiming her rightful title.
Assessing the situation 🧐
Re-establishing scratch-pad dominance 🧶
Absolute victory 💤
The Queen is back 💚
Special delivery... it's ME! 💌🐾
Prince Dorian is delivering a very special love letter today. From the streets of San Antonio to the cozy beds of Shadow Cats, this FeLV+ boy has quite a story to tell. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
Prince Dorian is delivering a very special love letter today. From the streets of San Antonio to the cozy beds of Shadow Cats, this FeLV+ boy has quite a story to tell. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
February 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Special delivery... it's ME! 💌🐾
Prince Dorian is delivering a very special love letter today. From the streets of San Antonio to the cozy beds of Shadow Cats, this FeLV+ boy has quite a story to tell. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
Prince Dorian is delivering a very special love letter today. From the streets of San Antonio to the cozy beds of Shadow Cats, this FeLV+ boy has quite a story to tell. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
A Monday morning tragedy in 3 acts, featuring Arnold. 🎭🍊
Realizing it’s Monday... again. 😳
Engaging ‘thousand-yard stare’ mode to process the news. 🌫️
Abandoning the day and going back to sleep. 💤
If only we all had Arnold’s wisdom. Happy Monday, friends! 🐈⬛💚
#CatsOfBluesky #Mondays #OrangeCats
Realizing it’s Monday... again. 😳
Engaging ‘thousand-yard stare’ mode to process the news. 🌫️
Abandoning the day and going back to sleep. 💤
If only we all had Arnold’s wisdom. Happy Monday, friends! 🐈⬛💚
#CatsOfBluesky #Mondays #OrangeCats
February 9, 2026 at 4:03 PM
A Monday morning tragedy in 3 acts, featuring Arnold. 🎭🍊
Realizing it’s Monday... again. 😳
Engaging ‘thousand-yard stare’ mode to process the news. 🌫️
Abandoning the day and going back to sleep. 💤
If only we all had Arnold’s wisdom. Happy Monday, friends! 🐈⬛💚
#CatsOfBluesky #Mondays #OrangeCats
Realizing it’s Monday... again. 😳
Engaging ‘thousand-yard stare’ mode to process the news. 🌫️
Abandoning the day and going back to sleep. 💤
If only we all had Arnold’s wisdom. Happy Monday, friends! 🐈⬛💚
#CatsOfBluesky #Mondays #OrangeCats
Post 1: Roses are red, 🌹 Violets are blue, 💙 Dexter is hoping His Valentine is YOU! 😻
Dexter came to us as a 4-month-old FeLV+ kitten, and he is currently in a major growth spurt! He’s playful, charming, and looking for some love. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
Dexter came to us as a 4-month-old FeLV+ kitten, and he is currently in a major growth spurt! He’s playful, charming, and looking for some love. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
February 8, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Post 1: Roses are red, 🌹 Violets are blue, 💙 Dexter is hoping His Valentine is YOU! 😻
Dexter came to us as a 4-month-old FeLV+ kitten, and he is currently in a major growth spurt! He’s playful, charming, and looking for some love. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
Dexter came to us as a 4-month-old FeLV+ kitten, and he is currently in a major growth spurt! He’s playful, charming, and looking for some love. 🧵👇
(1/4) #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
The pick is in! Find out who Miguel selected to win it all in to ight’s game! #superbowl #gohawks
February 8, 2026 at 8:01 PM
The pick is in! Find out who Miguel selected to win it all in to ight’s game! #superbowl #gohawks
Miguel has been practicing his Valentine's Day etiquette! 😻 Since he’s already proficient in opening doors, we know he’s the ultimate gentleman.
This season, Miguel is looking for a "Meowlentine"—a sponsor to call his own. Check the thread for how you can triple your love for him! 🧵👇
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This season, Miguel is looking for a "Meowlentine"—a sponsor to call his own. Check the thread for how you can triple your love for him! 🧵👇
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February 7, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Miguel has been practicing his Valentine's Day etiquette! 😻 Since he’s already proficient in opening doors, we know he’s the ultimate gentleman.
This season, Miguel is looking for a "Meowlentine"—a sponsor to call his own. Check the thread for how you can triple your love for him! 🧵👇
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This season, Miguel is looking for a "Meowlentine"—a sponsor to call his own. Check the thread for how you can triple your love for him! 🧵👇
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Caturday means it’s finally time for the sun. ☀️
After weeks of frigid weather, Petunia, Lottie, and Baylor eagerly soaked up fresh air and sunshine on the catio. Warm rays, gentle breezes, and lounging spots made for a perfect return to outdoor time.
Happy Caturday from all of us. 💚
After weeks of frigid weather, Petunia, Lottie, and Baylor eagerly soaked up fresh air and sunshine on the catio. Warm rays, gentle breezes, and lounging spots made for a perfect return to outdoor time.
Happy Caturday from all of us. 💚
February 7, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Caturday means it’s finally time for the sun. ☀️
After weeks of frigid weather, Petunia, Lottie, and Baylor eagerly soaked up fresh air and sunshine on the catio. Warm rays, gentle breezes, and lounging spots made for a perfect return to outdoor time.
Happy Caturday from all of us. 💚
After weeks of frigid weather, Petunia, Lottie, and Baylor eagerly soaked up fresh air and sunshine on the catio. Warm rays, gentle breezes, and lounging spots made for a perfect return to outdoor time.
Happy Caturday from all of us. 💚
The weekend snuck up on a few of the Shadow Cats, and the consensus is: We aren't ready. 🐾💤
A thread of Saturday morning moods... 👇
Elsa is currently wondering why I had the audacity to wake her up for a photo. The "Do Not Disturb" sign was implied, apparently. ❄️😾
🧵 1/4 #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
A thread of Saturday morning moods... 👇
Elsa is currently wondering why I had the audacity to wake her up for a photo. The "Do Not Disturb" sign was implied, apparently. ❄️😾
🧵 1/4 #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
February 6, 2026 at 11:00 PM
The weekend snuck up on a few of the Shadow Cats, and the consensus is: We aren't ready. 🐾💤
A thread of Saturday morning moods... 👇
Elsa is currently wondering why I had the audacity to wake her up for a photo. The "Do Not Disturb" sign was implied, apparently. ❄️😾
🧵 1/4 #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
A thread of Saturday morning moods... 👇
Elsa is currently wondering why I had the audacity to wake her up for a photo. The "Do Not Disturb" sign was implied, apparently. ❄️😾
🧵 1/4 #ShadowCats #CatsOfBluesky
How about a little Newbie Round-Up? 🐾 Let's discuss our latest residents! 🧵👇
Penny is simply an angel. She's warmed up quickly to our staff and volunteers and has made herself at home in Cookie’s Kingdom! 😸
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Penny is simply an angel. She's warmed up quickly to our staff and volunteers and has made herself at home in Cookie’s Kingdom! 😸
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February 6, 2026 at 4:03 PM
How about a little Newbie Round-Up? 🐾 Let's discuss our latest residents! 🧵👇
Penny is simply an angel. She's warmed up quickly to our staff and volunteers and has made herself at home in Cookie’s Kingdom! 😸
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Penny is simply an angel. She's warmed up quickly to our staff and volunteers and has made herself at home in Cookie’s Kingdom! 😸
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Lottie would like to file an official complaint. 📢
It’s #FridayEve and our beautiful FeLV+ resident Lottie is feeling some type of way about not being featured lately. Please see Exhibit A: The Mid-Gripe. ⛈️
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It’s #FridayEve and our beautiful FeLV+ resident Lottie is feeling some type of way about not being featured lately. Please see Exhibit A: The Mid-Gripe. ⛈️
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February 5, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Lottie would like to file an official complaint. 📢
It’s #FridayEve and our beautiful FeLV+ resident Lottie is feeling some type of way about not being featured lately. Please see Exhibit A: The Mid-Gripe. ⛈️
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It’s #FridayEve and our beautiful FeLV+ resident Lottie is feeling some type of way about not being featured lately. Please see Exhibit A: The Mid-Gripe. ⛈️
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