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Pongo

Mixed Breed · Unknown

Pongo is a male land tortoise estimated to be around 6 years old. He originally came to us as a found animal and is now looking for a permanent, suitable home with responsible and experienced owners. We are looking for people who already have experience in keeping land tortoises and are familiar with the special needs of these animals. A suitable home with enough space, appropriate nutrition, and the necessary opportunities for retreat and hibernation should be a matter of course. Pongo will only be given to responsible hands and not as a spontaneous pet. It is important to us that he gets a home where he can stay permanently and his natural needs are taken into account. For serious interest, we look forward to a brief introduction of the planned keeping and previous experience with land tortoises. Pongo is looking forward to a loving, experienced and permanent home! 🐢❤️

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Pongo ist eine männliche Landschildkröte mit einem geschätzten Alter von etwa 6 Jahren. Er kam ursprünglich als Fundtier zu uns und sucht nun ein dauerhaftes, artgerechtes Zuhause bei verantwortungsvollen und erfahrenen Haltern. Für Pongo wünschen wir uns Menschen, die bereits Erfahrung in der Haltung von Landschildkröten haben und sich mit den besonderen Bedürfnissen dieser Tiere auskennen. Eine artgerechte Haltung mit ausreichend Platz, geeigneter Ernährung sowie den notwendigen Möglichkeiten für Rückzug und Überwinterung sollte selbstverständlich sein. Pongo wird ausschließlich in verantwortungsvolle Hände und nicht als spontanes Haustier abgegeben. Uns ist wichtig, dass er ein Zuhause bekommt, in dem er dauerhaft bleiben kann und seine natürlichen Bedürfnisse berücksichtigt werden. Bei ernsthaftem Interesse freuen wir uns über eine kurze Vorstellung der geplanten Haltung und der bisherigen Erfahrung mit Landschildkröten. Pongo freut sich auf ein liebevolles, erfahrenes und dauerhaftes Zuhause! 🐢❤️

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🇦🇹Graz
Shelter
Landestierschutzverein Steiermark
Cared for by Landestierschutzverein Steiermark · GrazLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 days ago

About Pongo

What life with Pongo looks like

Pongo is a adult mixed breed animal waiting at Landestierschutzverein Steiermark in Graz.

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

🇦🇹Adopting from Austria

Austrian shelters follow the federal Tierschutzgesetz framework: adopters sign a Schutzvertrag (protection contract) committing to the animal's welfare. Spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included; fees typically range €150–€350.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Pongo, answered.

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