i know that some turtles can be kept in outdoor ponds over the summer, as some people do this on this site

just wondering though, would a common snapper be ok in a pond through the summer

thanks

Not sure but it would keep the stray cat population down there is a sight called austins turtles there are care sheets on there american though but would have temps and things.

It would be fine, Common Snappers are one of the hardiest species of turtle.

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One lived in the lake at Caldicot castle for quite a few years

Duck-devouring turtle snaps up last meal in country park pond - Times Online

what time of year would they need to be brought back in doors?

september?

If you want to bring it in then yes, end of Sept, maybe into Oct if temps are still fairly high.

But given a suitable pond it should be OK to hibernate, they are very hardy turts, assuming of course that you don't mind not seeing it for several months every winter!

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Snappers are great turtles for anyone with the room. They are hardy as far as temps, eat anything and everything, and don't need as much basking as others.

I live in southern USA, and I keep my snapper outside year round. She "goes under" in late October and arises in March or April. She is full of personality, and quite fun...but yes, keep the fingers far away.

They will get away if possible, they travel over land to find mates, and they are large and strong, so that is something to consider. Otherwise, really one of the funnest types of turtles we've kept.