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Helping Your Cat Drink More Water

Helping Your Cat Drink More Water

The short answerOffer several wide, shallow bowls away from the litter box, try a pet fountain, add wet food to the routine and keep bowls clean and fresh. Call us if your cat suddenly drinks much more or much less than usual, because that change itself is worth a look.

Cats evolved getting much of their water from food, so many indoor cats on dry diets drink less than we would like.

Small changes help. Some cats dislike their whiskers touching the sides of a deep bowl, others prefer moving water, and nearly all prefer water placed away from where they eat and use the litter box.

Key takeaways

  • Use wide, shallow bowls
  • Place water in several rooms
  • Add wet food where it fits
  • Report big changes in thirst

Step by step

  1. ObserveNotice where and how your cat likes to drink.
  2. Offer moreAdd bowls, a fountain or wet food to the day.
  3. WatchTell us if thirst changes suddenly in either direction.
A sudden change in how much your cat drinks is one of the most useful things you can tell us.

Common questions

For most cats, yes. Keep it fresh and change it daily.

It can be normal or a sign of kidney, thyroid or sugar changes. Book a visit to check.

Have a question about your own pet? Book a visit or call (555) 318-2046. This article is general information, not a diagnosis.

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