Question
Hello, well i bought a truncata from you probably 3-4 years ago, and it was growing great the whole time. producing a new leaf and pitcher every month even in the windowsill during winter months.  though of course the pitchers were a little smaller due to light levels.

here it is before the squirrel attack this past summer.  
http://i323.photobucket.com/albums/nn470/lazy-photographer/Nepenthes/Picture046....
http://i323.photobucket.com/albums/nn470/lazy-photographer/Nepenthes/Picture040....
http://i323.photobucket.com/albums/nn470/lazy-photographer/Nepenthes/Picture096....
some of the leaves i want to say were from that long ago, its original leave, i dont remember clipping off any leaves, maybe a few but a lot of them remained healthy so i left them, note the leaf size change.

after the attack lots of leaves were destroyed, by the squirrel/chipmunk, and i clipped it back, and now its a pretty depressing sight. its down to its last 3 leaves and they dont look that great still showing some scaring from the squirrel attacks.
http://i323.photobucket.com/albums/nn470/lazy-photographer/Nepenthes/Picture.jpg

i was wondering if you had any rehab tips on getting it back up to health. or how long it takes for a new growth point to come from the base? currently it is growing in the windowsill and by my propagation chamber so it does get artificial lights 10+ hrs a day too.  since its one of my oldest nepenthes i would love to have it grow back.  would you recommend any fertilizers to help it? usually i dont fertilize i just let the plants catch what they get, but i have seen that it does help plants greatly making them more prolific. ive heard using fertilizers a 1/4 strength, do i just water the plant with it?

thanks for your help
dustin

Answer
Hi Dustin,

I wasn't able to view your photos.  I kept getting a message that the page wasn't available.  It's best to upload your photograph to AllExperts.  You can only upload one photo, but as long as the photograph is clear and illustrates the problem your plant is experiencing, it should be enough.

Based on your description, the most you can do is wait.  As you've mentioned, the plant produces a new leaf every month, so it'll take at least several months, may be six, until the plant looks as lush as it did before.

Your lighting is fine, though you should increase to at least 12 hours a day.  You can also give your plant a weak solution of fertilizer.  A quarter teaspoon per gallon of water is appropriate.  Pour the solution in the soil once every week or two.  

Good growing!
Jacob Farin