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Box turtle outside enclosure

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Question
I would like to move my make shift habitat that i had to build for boys in 45 mins. 3 days ago.It's about 5*3 now but its buts up to a fence with dogs the turtle doesn't seem to mind by i do.Two things how big should i make it and how much water should i give him he loves it thank you ian

Answer
Hello Ian,  your shelled friend will most appreciate the out door area.
You must be careful as dogs are enemies to turtles so please be sure that there is no way for him to get in or out.
I like to use outdoor children pools, like toddler pool.
You can cut out a enterance for him and fill with mud, water etc what ever you choose.
The bottom of terricotta planters are great for clean water.
I put rocks in mine so that there is no way to get inside it to deficate in the water,