Pond Boss Forums STOCKING A NEW POND Creating the food chain New pond and turtles??

Just stocked the new pond, wife would love to see some painted or red ear sliders in the pond, thought i would ask the opinions here on such. I know in time, the snappers will show up, neighbor has a swampy 75 year old pond loaded with em so its just a matter of time before they smell my pond and decide to go for a stroll.

Was thinking of anchoring a floating log for them to sun on, close to the deck.

If I introduce either species, what are the problems with each as far as reproducing, stunting, etc?

Thanks in advance.

Salmonid