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Plitsch-Platsch

Mixed Breed · Male

The male Cumberland ornate box turtle "Plitsch-Platsch" is looking for a home as a solitary prince. He is a formerly found animal. During a routine examination, unfortunately, a disease-causing germ in his intestines was detected. This bacterium does not bother "Plitsch-Platsch" much, but it could cause illness in fellow animals. Therefore, he is seeking a place for himself and people who will take him as he is, with all his quirks.

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Die männliche Cumberland-Schmuckschildkröte "Plitsch-Platsch" sucht ein Zuhause als Einzel-Prinz. Bei ihm handelt es sich um ein ehemaliges Fundtier. Bei einer Routine-Untersuchung wurde leider ein Krankheitskeim im Darm festgestellt. Dieses Bakterium stört „Plitsch-Platsch“ nicht weiter, doch es könnte bei Artgenossen zu einer Erkrankung kommen. Daher sucht er ein Plätzchen für sich allein und Menschen, die den eigensinnigen Herren so nehmen, wie er ist.

Size
Small
Age
—
Location
🇩🇪Wiesbaden
Shelter
Tierheim Wiesbaden
Living with Plitsch-Platsch
  • ✕Has special needs
Cared for by Tierheim Wiesbaden · WiesbadenLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 5 months ago

About Plitsch-Platsch

What life with Plitsch-Platsch looks like

Plitsch-Platsch is a small adult mixed breed animal waiting at Tierheim Wiesbaden in Wiesbaden.

Every animal has their own temperament and history. The shelter knows Plitsch-Platsch 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: Must live alone due to intestinal bacteria that could infect other turtles of same species

🇩🇪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.

Wiesbaden, Germany — browse more animals in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Plitsch-Platsch, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Plitsch-Platsch?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Wiesbaden handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Plitsch-Platsch on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Plitsch-Platsch if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Wiesbaden 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 Plitsch-Platsch 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 Plitsch-Platsch 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 Wiesbaden early rather than rehoming privately; they know Plitsch-Platsch 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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