General Care Discussion :: What to do with Charlotte While on Vacation?

[Turtle Mummy 101]

Hello Everyone,
I'm going on holiday for a week and i'm wondering if its ok to leave Charlotte at home by herself while we're away. The lights would be on a timer so they would go on and off when needed. The tank is large so I won't have to worry about too much water evaporating. What I am worried about is feeding. She usually gets 4 pellets/day and a few pieces of lettuce. I've heard that RES can go up to a week without eating but I was thinking I would just put a bunch of pellets and lettuce in her tank before we leave and that would tide her over. What do you guys think?

[steve]

I think they sell automated dispensers which might work for you.

[Turtle Mummy 101]

Excellent. Thanks Steve. So you would suggest I do this even if i'm only gone for a week?

[steve]

Well, I would test it out to make it sure it works to your satisfaction first. Then give a little extra the day you leave (in case of a malfunction during the week). Try to get someone to check in... make sure everything is fine

[Turtle Mummy 101]

Will do. Thanks again Steve