Habitat - Indoor :: TANK SIZE HELP

[melrai]

Hi there, first time turtle owner.

I had a questions regarding tank size. I am quite aware that the rule of thumb is 10 gallons per inch. My red ear sliders right now are 3-4" - give or take. I couldn't attached a photo of my tank but it's about 15 gallons so, understandably very small.

I was wondering whether this was a big deal? I should be getting a 75-90 gallon tank for Christmas - I am unable to afford one sooner.

Also, are there any other cheaper ways I can expand the tank in the meantime?

Thanks!

[dumbork14]

Welcome and Hello! How many RES do you have? RES will become more aggressive as it grows old, so you'll have to separate them at some point or buy/build a separate tank. You can try a stock tank (but you won't be able to look through the sides), a kiddie pool (the cheapest), or if you want an outdoor enclosure, just dig a hole in your backyard, use a pond liner, get an adequate filter, and fence in the area (use cheap DIY materials), but the last one will need a lot of time, planning and effort. Hope this helps!

[ljapa]

If you are just looking to make it to Christmas, a big Rubbermaid container is also an option.

[talal]

Don't forget to check out craigslist, some people are just trying to get rid of their tanks and you can get a really good deal. Make sure to check for leaks and dimensions to be sure of the size.