TLDR: Animals Only offers superior PT and rehabilitation for our precious fur babies. You and your loved ones will feel properly cared for in their beautifully balanced personal and professional clinic. While every case is, of course, unique, we are SO thrilled to share that we have had enormous success with our young pup's dual hind MPL - from limping to now sprinting about, much of which is thanks to the hard work and care Animals Only provided to our pack. When our 9 month old, mixed, small breed puppy, Zaniyah, had a minor slip and fall and could not bear weight on her left hind, exhibiting a limp, we got her checked immediately, thinking she had a minor accident. It ended up being more than we thought: she was diagnosed with MPL grade 3 in her left hind, grade 1-2 in her right hind, and both her hind legs exhibiting bone deformity. We knew we were in for a long haul into territory we had never ventured. I immediately sought consultations with rehab clinics to get her what she needed, in hopes to bypass surgery, if possible. Our primary vet, Dr. Stuart at Coast View, suggested Animal's Only along with other clinics. From the moment I called and spoke with Todd, Animal Only's co-owner and manager, I knew they were going to be a great fit for our baby girl, and would offer a plan tailored to her needs. Animal's Only's convenient location , positive, care-forward vibe from the team and Dr. Schuda's kind, supportive and knowledgeable care only solidified my confidence. Zaniyah loved her new friends, right away, too! Our baby girl was gently pre-habilitated with AO for about 2.5 months to get her ready for surgery, mainly utilizing gym sessions and water/hydrotherapy. While the nature of Zaniyah's condition in her left hind ended up requiring surgery, we were able to coordinate with her speciality surgeon in LA alongside AO to give her the best rate of success and full recovery. Dr. Schuda was diligent with keeping Zaniyah's professional team updated, ensuring comprehensive care. Once Zaniyah healed enough from her surgery, approx a month post-op, we resumed PT under AO's care which lasted about 4.5 months. We added some laser therapy to her care alongside the gym and hydro treadmill. We also opted for Adequan injections to help her joints have the proper fluid flow, encouraging healing. We were exceedingly diligent with her at-home care and exercises, adhering to detailed instruction given by Dr. Schuda and the team. From the beginning of our time doing pre-hab/pre-surgery thru her rehabilitation after surgery, Zaniyah loved her time at the clinic, and so did we. While it definitely is a journey of ups and downs - as is the case with the trajectory of this type of healing - so long as you put in the time, care and commitment to the journey, you absolutely will have the support, guidance and top-notch skills needed to get your fur baby to the most optimal outcome. It is worth it. Zaniyah graduated from Animals Only a couple months ago and is truly thriving. She has not needed another surgery despite her right hind still having MPL grade 1-2 and minor skeletal deformity (you'd never be able to tell by looking at her though). We are certain that all the time, effort and care from prehab to rehab directly attributed to our success story. We are SO grateful for Animals Only providing the very best care and love to our pack. You will be, too. read more

Our dog 7 year old dog , suffered a back injury- after an evaluation and treatment plan, we are so thrilled with his improvement. The staff at Animals Only showed great care and attention at every single session for our dog. As a result of his regimen, he is now able to walk without requiring any medication. He loves going to the clinic and seeing all the staff. We give our very highest recommendation for Animals Only. read more

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We found Animals Only through our vet Dr Hayes. Our dog TimTam had to have major femur surgery and was going to need at least 3 months of physical therapy. Dr Schuda and her entire team have been amazing! We have seen a big difference in Timtam's recovery. He loves going and doing hydrotherapy, gym, shockwave, massage, and acupuncture! Dr Schuda and Dr Gardner are his favorite people, followed closely by the entire team. Izzy, Yesenia, Liz, everyone is amazing! They will care for your pet like it was their own. The facility is great and they explain every procedure. The parking lot is easy to use and it is right off the 15. They will work closely with your vet and surgeon. We cannot recommend them enough. TimTam looks forward to coming every time! This place will improve your pets well being and it is 100% worth it! read more

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Our senior golden retriever Kai has been a patient at Animals Only for a couple of months now and we're absolutely delighted with the results we've been seeing from his rehab program. He's had hip and elbow dysplasia-related arthritis from a young age and was showing significant signs of pain and difficulty walking as he got older, even with daily NSAIDs. Dr. Schuda did a thorough initial assessment and recommended a combination of therapeutic modalities and supplements that's been working fantastically. Kai's now walking/jogging/playing comfortably and looks happier than he has in years. Huge thank you to Dr. Schuda and her wonderful team. Everyone we've had the opportunity to work with has been very kind, friendly and professional. The office is clean, modern and calming. Cannot recommend highly enough. read more

Can't say enough good about this place. Everyone is exceptional. Dr. Kunha, Todd, Sara, Dulce, Natalie, Liz, everyone! All absolutely sweet and so informative and thorough with my little guy. 10/10 no complaints. read more

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Animals Only has lifted a huge weight off my shoulders. A few months ago, my senior pug's strength and endurance was deteriorating crazy fast. And now? He's bounced back 10 times over despite his lack of hearing and vision. Each morning, he's up with a bounce in his step. Every pet (literally) turns into a zoomies session, even if he was awoken straight out of his deepest slumber. Walks? 5 minutes used to be a problem with his stiffness and decreasing coordination. A month and a half of 1x a week sessions later, 30 minutes is NO problem. He'll stomp his paws if I give him a break! And one of my favorite outcomes.. every car ride to his PT sessions, I get serenaded the whole way there (which hasn't ever happened before). Now I didn't know about canine physical therapy until a year ago (they do feline therapy as well!). And until 3 months ago, I thought it was unattainable. But it doesn't have to be. The Animals Only team is truly phenomenal at what they do. They are so kind, accommodating, and empathetic. No referrals needed. Their family-, vet-owned facility is designed to be a calming and welcoming space for all pets (anxious and reactive ones, too) and their humans. They're very accessible through both phone and email. They will work with you on scheduling and budget, and reassure you on every question and concern you have (or might only be thinking of) the whole way through. Even if you're weeks or months into your pet's treatment plan, it's never burdensome. BTW, their techs are very experienced vet techs, too! I could go on and on. I have nothing but the most pleasant of experiences with the Animals Only team. Whether it's recovery from surgery, injury, or aging that you're looking at for your best friend, Animals Only can truly help you get there. Edit: Adding too that their team has expanded quickly to meet growing demand at a highly efficient and satisfactory level! read more

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Everyone who works here is very special and kind, my dog would love to come everyday! Can't say enough about how amazing this experience has been! I never want to stop PT. read more

I am honestly shocked by all of the good reviews because my experience has been far from adequate (at best). From the beginning, communication was scattered and unaligned. I called prior to my dog's TPLO surgery to talk about rehabilitation following the surgery. I was told to bring him in for an assessment, which I did. Then following his TPLO surgery I reached out to let them know he was healed enough to start rehab. At that point they had us come in for another assessment and when I was charged for a second assessment - without being told that I would be charged - I brought it to their attention that I felt it was not appropriate to be charged twice. They said I should have just come in for an assessment after the TPLO surgery. However, I'd been told I needed to bring him in for the first assessment. They did not end up charging us for the second assessment but acted as though they did us a favor and were being gracious. Our Boxer is 80 lbs and when I brought him in after his TPLO surgery I requested help lifting him out of our SUV - the request came as a shock to the doctors and front desk staff. Dr. Schuda did reluctantly end up helping me lift him out of the car - while telling me that there are stairs and ramps available. Both of which we have, but I would think a vet would be aware that following a TPLO surgery, neither of those are an option. The rehab services were fine, however, the hydro sessions were consistently cut short -- 5 minutes when we paid for 30 -- and it was clear sessions weren't actually booked for the full time per patient. We chose to buy the packages and unfortunately, during our treatment our dog sustained a soft tissue injury on his front leg making it impossible to attend rehab sessions. It has been less than a year since I purchased those packages and recently I called to reschedule those sessions now that our dog finally healed - and was told they had expired. I had 7 out of 10 sessions remaining and they refuse to honor them, saying they expire after 6 months. I've now requested a refund letting them know we were unable to attend the sessions because of his injury. Dr. Schuda is refusing to refund me for those sessions stating it is "out of fairness to other clients" and that they had attempted to contact me and I didn't answer. I have no record of those calls - and further, every conversation I had with Dr. Schuda was abrasive, defensive and rude. I experienced her being short and impatient with her staff as well. Had I actually received those calls, I may not have felt up to speaking with them after previous interactions. They should clearly advertise that the package and any refund request must be made within 6 months rather than hide it on fine print on the consent form. I am shocked that my dog being physically unable to attend sessions makes it impossible for us to receive the sessions we paid for or receive a refund. Just beware. They are a company that cares about aesthetics, branding, and bottom line more than the well-being of their patients and their owners. read more

Amazing pet rehab clinic! The staff here is so friendly and kind, and my dog literally can't wait to jump out of the car for his treatments--something I never thought I'd say about a vet office! After five leg surgeries in just three years, we were running out of hope. Dr. Schuda changed everything. She's patient, compassionate, and always mindful of both time and financial constraints. She comes up with creative rehab plans that truly work for you and your dog. Thanks to Animals Only, our pup made incredible progress. We thought amputation might be the only option, or that he'd never bear weight on his leg again. Now he walks great, runs, even sneaks in a jump (though we're careful!)--and most importantly, he's happy, energetic, and smiling again. I honestly don't know what we would have done without the amazing team at Animals Only. So grateful--thank you for giving Reed his joy back! read more

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The doctors and staff at Animals Only are amazing! We've been going with my older pet for over 6 months, and I've appreciated a huge improvement in her mobility and comfort level. She's improved on her walks and doesn't seem painful anymore. We have home exercises and recommendations for diet and supplements. I would highly recommend them to anyone wanting to improve their pets' quality of life. read more

Short: Very disappointed with the practice for their lack of responses, short treatment time for what you are paying and lack of real care. Long: I called to make an appointment back in late 2024 and they scheduled a few weeks out; not a problem. I got a confirmation call a few days before the initial consultation to confirm and then we (me and my dog) showed up for the consultation (which takes a few hours btw), I was told the appointment was cancelled because they were overbooked. I had taken a day off of work for this and even though I was there with my dog, they couldn't do take us in for that appointment. The owner did talk to me about this and said she didn't feel it was good business practice to overbook, which I agree with, but she still wasn't able to make it right at the time which was unfortunate. It sounded like the receptionist made a mistake so one of the owners did offer a 50% discount for the initial intake appointment at a later date which I agreed to. Yet, I had to call to make that appointment because 5 weeks later, I still hadn't heard from them. Magically, when I called, they just happened to have an appointment! Nonetheless, I made the appointment, went through all the steps with my dog and just nothing. I understand that each dog is going to be different and have different responses to everything, but I really felt like I had NO support with them. If your dog is sick and you don't cancel within 24 hours? That's a full payment for any treatment scheduled. I've figured that my dog got "treatment" for about 10 minutes during his 30-minute laser therapy, 8 minutes in his 30-minute hydrotherapy and whatever he was able to put up with in acupuncture. I am not blaming this practice on any issues with my dog. They just simply didn't help or really even care. Still waiting for the call from "the vet" that they said I would get when I canceled my dog's appointment from February 17th. read more

Ringo continues to improve even at his advanced age, he even added a full minute to his hydrotherapy treatment this time.

We can't say enough amazing things about Animals Only and the incredible care they provided for our pittie, Gaia. From the moment we walked in, we knew Animals Only was special. Not only is the space and layout immaculate and calming, but the entire team shows next-level professionalism, warmth, and compassion. Gaia went through hydrotherapy, laser, and gym-based physical therapy following two TPLO procedures - and she did awesome with all of it. Despite hating water, she was walking into the hydro tank on her own within a few sessions! That's how safe and supported she felt. Dr. Schuda is absolutely amazing and a rare find. She is knowledgeable, honest, and holistic in her approach. Dr, Schuhda doesn't just treat the condition or symptoms; she treats and evaluates your whole pup. Both her and Todd always took time to explain everything thoroughly, including how other non-rehab factors might be affecting Gaia's progress. We ended up transitioning Gaia's PT to home care, and Dr. Schuda created a clear, customized plan for us to follow through week 11. We've continued the exercises and I've been blown away by the noticeable improvement. There was a waiting list when we first called (to ensure there is enough room on the schedule, which I appreciated), and it was definitely worth the wait. We HIGHLY recommend Animals Only to anyone and everyone (especially pittie parents!). Thank you for everything you do!!! read more

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Our dog Sunny had multiple injuries, which led us to seeking PT for him to regain strength and mobility to prevent future issues. Animals Only did a comprehensive assessment and offered a great treatment plan that got him strong and confident again! Sunny is, ahem, selective and can be reactive and the trainers did a wonderful job with him. He LOVED the gym time playing on the bosu balls, using stairs and jumping over obstacles to gain stability. He also used the water treadmill and we were really impressed by how clean and safe every part of the facility was - I can't even imagine how often they must be cleaning everything! Sunny says thank you for the play time and for helping him get strong again :) read more

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Arlo the corgi and I are very happy to have discovered Animals Only. Arlo, an active corgi, had multiple injuries in the past (front leg limping and hind leg lameness). Dr. Schuda and her team are professional, kind, and sweet to us. The clinic is also clean, calming, and have mats to prevent dogs from slipping - that made every visit less anxious for anxious dogs like Arlo. Arlo and I love coming here and look forward to every session. We can't thank them enough for all their hard work. read more

Excellent, Clean office and great, friendly staff. Vet was ready at the scheduled appointment time and she did a complete and thorough exam and explained everything in detail. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars was because they didn't have any actual physical therapy scheduled which didn't make any sense. We waited over a week for the first appointment and didn't wish to wait any longer to start our pets physical therapy and recovery. They did accommodate us after I made a bit of a fuss. They performed 2 of the 3 recommended procedures. LASER and Obstacle Course/Gym but didn't have availability for hydrotherapy that day. They also were able to schedule the next appointment for early the next week. Would absolutely recommend them. read more

Joey had his second hydrotherapy session and he's being champ. He had extensive knee surgery and hope this helps with his recovery. He cracks me up because he wants to sit and let the treadmill do the work. Smart dog! Dr. Schuda's team is amazing and help him complete his session! Thank you to the wonderful team. I highly recommend them for any type of physical therapy your furry friend needs! read more

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I came to Animals Only upon a recommendation from my primary vet who also used AO for his own dog. My 13 year old dog Della was exhibiting a pretty good limp and signs of pain on her front leg as well as weakness and shaking on her rear legs. Because she was born with a bent front leg, most of her weight had been distributed on the other leg her whole life and at her age the signs were showing. My entire experience with Animals Only from the caring and attentive front staff and vet techs to Dr. Schuda has been and continues to be exceptional! Dr. Schuda initially did an extremely thorough exam and assessment of Della on our first visit and asked lots of key questions to really pinpoint how to help her. Then Dr. Schuda came up with a 6 week detailed treatment plan that included hydrotherapy, shockwave, laser, home PT, home modifications (ramps, etc.), supplements and pain medication. All of our visits were A+ and I can't speak enough positive words to convey how impressed I am with this clinic and its entire staff. The layout of the building allows shy dogs (like Della) the space to feel comfortable and everyone is so respectful of each dog's special needs. There is a healthy level of professionalism while also being warm and welcoming. And the multi-faceted appointment reminder system is very effective in helping you keep all of the appointments straight. And the best part about this whole experience is that the treatments really work! After the 6 week plan, Della is feeling more confident in her movements, is not expressing any yelping or pain, has more stamina and overall acts stronger. We are now on to phase 2 of her plan where we will meet in the gym for Dr. Schuda to develop a home fitness program for her so that I can maintain her progress and stay within my budget. I look forward to continuing to make Della's Golden years the best that I can. And if she is ever in need of some tune-ups in the future I will have Animal's Only right there to assist. I highly recommend Animals Only! read more

My dog Rooney sustained a leg/hip injury from getting hit by a car as a puppy prior to me adopting him. For the last 7 years since he gets flare ups that cause lameness and pain both at the injury site as well as his other leg and his back from compensating. I was referred to Animals Only and i have NO regrets. Let me 1st talk about the facility. We've gone to other vets, etc with small waiting rooms where the dogs are top of each other. And the last PT place we went to, all treatments are in a common large space. For injured, reactive dogs, that setup isn't ideal. But at Animals Only, the entrance is spacious and the dogs aren't there long and they are careful to keep the dogs apart when switching rooms, entering the hallway, etc. All treatments are performed in enclosed rooms away from other animals. I can't express how important just that one feature is. Now let me talk about Dr. Schuda and her staff. They are THE BEST! Dr. Schuda has the best bedside manner. Not just to Rooney but to me, his nervous, helicopter-mom/owner too. Everyone is very friendly (shout out to Saje especially :) ) They let me be as involved as I wanted to be (or Rooney needed me to be.) They never made me feel like I was too much or too worried or too anything. They are gentle and sweet with Rooney which makes the experience way less stressful for him. Dr. Schuda will give very detailed treatment plans after her initial and periodic evals including individualized diet and supplement recommendations in order to gain/retain muscle, reduce inflammation, etc. as your pet may require to heal. After 3 months of physical therapy, (laser, gym/obstacle course, hydrotherapy, shockwave, acupuncture) Rooney has put on muscle and doesn't display any limping, lameness or pain outside of his 'normal'. He's a whole new dog. He even gets daily zoomies and attempts to romp with his pup friends again. We will continue to go to Animals Only for maintenance and if he has another flare up. read more

We loved our time at Animals Only--gym, laser, hydrotherapy, and shockwave--so much. The staff is so kind and Dr. Schuda is thorough, honest and compassionate. They made my dog feel special every visit, even though he could be a handful for them to deal with. They remember his name and his story and give a level of care that truly means a lot to me. Would recommend to anyone (and will!). read more

We had a great appointment at Animals Only office yesterday--They were very helpful and accommodating with our 15 month old rottweiler who has elbow dysplasia and he's a pretty nervous & shy pup so these types of things are tough for him. The doctors and physical therapist at Animals Only are top notch and they were extremely helpful and patient with the care they showed him during his treatments. Leo is doing shockwave therapy and hydrotherapy and we are all looking forward to future visits as Leo becomes more comfortable with the services. Thanks again. read more

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My puppy's leg was injured when he was hit by a car. After 6 weeks in a splint, we came to Animals Only for his rehab. Dr. Schuda thoroughly examined him and explained the process, answering all my questions. She and her staff are professional and caring - and my puppy is as good as new! read more

Vega LOVES Animals Only...she hurt herself and has had to lay off her much loved agility training and trials. The employees and the vet are great and really care about their patients. We've done laser, the "gym", acupuncture, shockwave and her absolute favorite thing, HYDROTHERAPY! I really had doubts about my high energy Border Collie settling done to tolerate an acupuncture treatment. No issue! She's very comfortable with everyone and everything. And we have homework to do everyday too. Highly recommend Animals Only for anyone who wants to make a difference in their senior dog's mobility as well as people who want to aid their dog's in performance sports! Hydrotherapy will be on Vega's "to do" list for ever! Much more effective and easier on her body than a swim ad Fiesta Island...not to mention clean! read more

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My senior chihuahua Dixie has luxating patella ( popping out knee caps ) as well as arthritis on her back . We are having laser therapy as well as hydrotherapy done at "Animals Only" . Dr. Shuda is amazing . She takes her time and listens to all my concerns and is very attentive and knowledgeable. The staff is very friendly as well. We have only had great experience so far. I would highly recommend !!!! read more

My 10 year old dog had surgery for a torn ACL and required rehab to aid in her recovery. She has been going to Animals Only for the past 4 weeks and I could not be happier with the level of care and attention she has received. Dr. Schuda and the entire team are wonderful - caring, thoughtful, and supportive. The facility is clean, welcoming, and well run. , My pup is always happy and excited to go there and we are definitely seeing signs of improvement. I highly recommend Animals Only! read more

At least they politely reached out and listened to concerns. I do believe their heart is in the right place even if business policy leaves much to be desired. read more

We loo high and low for a veterinarian rehabilitation program that offered a comprehensive and complete treatment and evaluation program! Animals Only San Diego was the only one that met the criteria and requirements! Even though Animals Only is a New Veterinarian Rehabilitation practice having the Best Program for our Dog far outweighed a minor wait for an appointment! Our dogs health was and still is our priority! if You care about your pet's rehabilitation needs than Animals Only San Diego is where You should be! Animals Only is 5 Stars all the way! A more than Satisfied Client! read more

I made an appointment for my dog a month in advance for a water therapy consultation-- a treatment recommended by his vet for his weak and arthritic hind legs. The appointment was very important to me because I want to do everything I can to help my dog. I arranged my monthly work travel schedule, took off work, and flew across country to make this appointment. Animals Only canceled the day before because they said they are too busy. Seems like a downright unethical way to run a business, taking away an opportunity to get my dog some help, as it's likely too late to get an appointment elsewhere on short notice. read more

I would highly recommend this rehab clinic, especially for high performance animals (e.g., agility, dock diving, etc..). This clinic has all the various "treatments" (e.g., acupunture, lazer therapy, hydro therapy) in one place which i find as an asset. I checked out other places but found that these ckinics may only offer one type of therapy. I found that the professionals are highly knowlegable about how to approach treatment. I also appreciate the ongoing evalautions throughout the process and altering the treatment plan as needed. read more

Animals Only - Osa loves agility! - Veterinarians Near Me - San Diego, California

If you care about the health and well being of you animals, do not go here. This place is simply a money hungry cash grab. My dog went in for a consult and I was scheduled him a 4 week therapy plan. This was going to cost around 1500. We went for his first hydrotherapy appointment, unfortunately immediately after he developed a bacterial infection. We notified them that our vet said he could not return for therapy for another 2 weeks. We told them we would touch base after those 2 weeks and let them know how he's doing. Unfortunately it got worse over a holiday weekend and we were waiting to talk to our primary care about the appointment the next day. She got back to us shortly after they opened so we called animals only IMMEDIATELY after. The front desk girl answered and told us they would still be charging for the full appointment because we were 15 minutes too late??? This is just terrible business practice. I own my own business and would never treat customers this way especially if they are dealing with a sick animal. No one ever called to check on our dog through those 2 weeks, all they care about is the cash. We were very upset by this and they threatened to send to collections. Seriously??? There are plenty of other places that would never treat people like this. Also front desk girl said this was very common and happens alllll the time and seemed like she hated working there! I would too! read more

Dr. Schuda and the rest of the team at Animals Only is AMAZING! The facility is so clean (& decorated very well) and I really appreciated how attentive and sweet the whole team was with my dog. We unfortunately had to switch to a different rehab center because we moved about an hour away from Animals Only, but if we were still in the city we definitely would've kept going to them. My husky had an ACL surgery and also arthritis in both hind legs. She was receiving treatment with Animals Only to reduce inflammation and build muscle in her back legs again. Every vet tech we worked with was so gentle and sweet with my dog, and even Saje at the front desk was always so welcoming and kind. I don't have a single bad thing to say about this place & am forever grateful for the quality of treatment my dog received even if it was for a short time! When we stopped treatments here we received a card in the mail with messages from the staff - sooo sweet! read more

Dr. Schuda and the entire staff at Animals Only are absolutely incredible! They have taken such amazing care of my boxer Leo after a major surgery to repair his ACL. His recovery has been fast thanks to the wonderful care he has received from Dolce, Wendy, and Madison who have loved on him like one of their own! Went to a couple of other Accupunture and physical therapy spots before them and did not receive great care but have been so happy with Animals Only that I have also brought my older Australian Shepherd Malu to treatment to resolve some issues with arthritis. I have seen amazing benefits she is like a new dog! Very organized, Saje the office manager has done an incredible job providing top-notch customer care, balancing the schedules, and ensuring that I could bring my pups there at my convenience. Incredible staff, incredible care, for physical therapy, hydrotherapy, physiotherapy, laser treatment, and Accupuncture for your pooches this is the best spot in San Diego nobody even comes close! Thank you so much to everyone at Animals Only for giving me my dogs back! read more

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