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Adopt Murtagh

Male · 5 years

Murtagh is a male Russian tortoise who arrived as a found animal, so we can't say much about his past. However, here Murtagh is lively and very grateful, always eager for every bit of food. Even after just finishing a large salad, he still has an appetite. His new home should provide plenty of tasty greens and enough space for his explorations. Murtagh doesn't necessarily need a partner – if he does have a mate, it should be a harem setup with several females.

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Murtagh ist eine männliche Breitrandschildkröte, welcher als Fundtier seinen Weg zu uns fand. Deswegen können wir leider nichts über seine Vergangenheit sagen. Hier zeigt sich Murtagh jedoch munter und sehr dankbar, über jedes Stückchen Futter. Auch, wenn er gerade schon einen riesigen Salatkopf verspeist hat. Essen geht bei ihm immer. Sein neues Zuhause sollte also nicht zu sparsam mit leckeren Kräutern umgehen und sollte auch genügend Platz für seine Entdeckungsreisen bieten. Einen Partner braucht Murtagh nicht unbedingt – wenn überhaupt sollte es eine Haremshaltung mit mehreren Weibchen sein.

Size
Medium
Age
5 years
Location
🇩🇪Dortmund
Shelter
Tierheim Dortmund
Living with Murtagh
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Cared for by Tierheim Dortmund · Dortmund

Listed 1 month ago

About Murtagh

What life with Murtagh looks like

Murtagh is a medium-sized adult animal waiting at Tierheim Dortmund in Dortmund.

Every animal has their own temperament and history. The shelter knows Murtagh far better than any listing can convey — ask about daily routine, ideal household, and what kind of adopter they're hoping for.

Note from the shelter: Requires spacious outdoor enclosure with proper heating, UV lighting, and hibernation setup

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Murtagh, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Murtagh?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Dortmund handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Murtagh on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Murtagh if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Dortmund will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Murtagh already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most animals on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Murtagh isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Tierheim Dortmund early rather than rehoming privately; they know Murtagh and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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