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Xylitol in cat drinking water reduces plaque and calculus

PoC avatarPosted on September 27, 2022 by Michael BroadSeptember 27, 2022

An interesting study1 clearly states that the addition of Xylitol to the drinking water of cats was effective in reducing plaque and calculus in their mouths. You know that plaque and calculus builds up in the mouths of cats along … continue reading…

Posted in added Xylitol | Tagged cat caregiving, Cat Drinking Water, cat health, cat health care, cat ownership, cat tooth ache, cat water, gum disease, oral health, water for cats, Xylitol | 1 Reply
7 tips on getting cats to drink more water

7 common sense ways to get your cat to drink more water

PoC avatarPosted on June 28, 2022 by Michael BroadJune 28, 2022

Because of their North African wildcat inheritance, domestic cats tend not to drink enough water. The problem is exacerbated by the prevalence of dry cat food nowadays which contains about 10% water compared to about 80% in wet cat food. … continue reading…

Posted in dehydration | Tagged cat dehydration, Cat Drinking Water, cat health care, cat health diagnosis, cat water, cat water bowls, dry cat food | 2 Replies
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Can cats go without water overnight?

PoC avatarPosted on May 15, 2022 by Michael BroadMay 15, 2022

The question is asking whether domestics cats need to be provided with water overnight. The answer is dependent on the food provided. Under normal circumstances, cat’s don’t require water overnight when fed a wet, canned food diet. If they are … continue reading…

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Cat drinking water – a big topic extensively covered

PoC avatarPosted on January 28, 2022 by Michael BroadJanuary 28, 2022

Cat drinking water is the simplest and the most complex of subjects. We put water down and the job is done. Not quite. There’s quite a lot going on. It is quite a big and important topic. The paradigm food … continue reading…

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Water and cats

How much water does a cat need to drink in a day?

PoC avatarPosted on June 23, 2020 by Michael BroadJune 24, 2020

As a concerned cat guardian I rely on my cat to decide how much water he needs to drink in a day to sustain him provided water is unlimited which it always is for the well cared for domestic cat. … continue reading…

Posted in water | Tagged cat diet, Cat Drinking Water, cat water, human to cat relationship, Water, water for cats | Leave a reply
African wild cat drinks water

Do domestic cats prefer cold water?

PoC avatarPosted on May 6, 2020 by Michael BroadMay 6, 2020

This is a rather esoteric question and I don’t think you will find the answer in books on the domestic cat but you will find opinions on the Internet. I think you have to work out an answer based upon … continue reading…

Posted in water | Tagged cat drinking, Cat Drinking Water, cat water, cat water bowls, Water, water for cats | Leave a reply
Cat drinking from flowing water

Why don’t cats drink much water?

PoC avatarPosted on April 28, 2020 by Michael BroadApril 28, 2020

Instinctively because of their evolution domestic cats don’t drink much water which can impact their health and drinking habits. Domestic cats have kidneys which are two and a half times more efficient than ours at ridding the body of waste … continue reading…

Posted in evolution | Tagged cat behavior, cat behavior explained, cat drinking, Cat Drinking Water, cat water, cat water bowls | Leave a reply
Why do cas prefer dirty water?

Why do cats prefer dirty water?

PoC avatarPosted on May 29, 2018 by Michael BroadMay 29, 2018

Why do cats prefer dirty water? The internet has been incredibly educational regarding cat welfare and therefore I would expect most people to know the answer to this question but for the sake of clarity I’ll discuss it in any … continue reading…

Posted in water | Tagged cat food ingredients, cat nose, cat sense of smell, cat senses, cat taste, cat water, cat water bowls, cats and water | 7 Replies
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Should cats drink purified water?

PoC avatarPosted on April 24, 2018 by Michael BroadApril 25, 2018

Common sense informs me that in an ideal world the best water for cats is free of all harmful substances. This means that, in theory, it is neither tap water nor bottle water nor softened water. In short, purified water … continue reading…

Posted in water | Tagged cat water, cats and water | 4 Replies
Why is my cat not drinking?

Why is my cat not drinking?

PoC avatarPosted on April 12, 2018 by Michael BroadApril 12, 2018

If you ask “why is my cat not drinking” there may be three possibilities (1) he is drinking normally but you expect him to drink more (2) he is not drinking enough when fed dry cat food and (3) he has a mouth condition making it painful to drink.

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Do cats prefer cold water?

Do Cats Prefer Cold Water?

PoC avatarPosted on January 26, 2018 by Michael BroadJanuary 26, 2018

It is probably fair and sensible to say that today’s domestic cats prefer cold water because it is an inherited trait from their wild cat ancestor living in North Africa and Asia. Also domestic cats have become habituated to drinking freshwater straight out of the faucet or bottled water out of the fridge.

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Milk or water for your cat?

Do Cats Prefer Milk or Water?

PoC avatarPosted on January 25, 2018 by Michael BroadJanuary 25, 2018

The domestic cat’s liking of milk is legendary. Therefore it is probably fair to say that cats prefer milk to water. However, it is better to provide your cat with water because it is a natural constituent part of an adult cat’s diet whereas milk is not.

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Posted in milk | Tagged cat water, diet, milk | 1 Reply
Cats getting water

Cats Getting Water

PoC avatarPosted on March 14, 2017 by Michael BroadMarch 14, 2017

These images are large thumbnails. You can click on them to see the full image in a larger format (usually). You then use the back button (on the browser – top left of screen) to return to the gallery. Cats … continue reading…

Posted in water | Tagged Cat Drinking Water, cat water | 1 Reply
Cat water fountain

How much water do cats need daily?

PoC avatarPosted on February 26, 2017 by Michael BroadSeptember 18, 2020

A cat weighing 4 kg or about 9 pounds needs to drink a minimum of 150 mL of water per day to meet his fluid needs. This is equal to 0.634 cups; a bit over half a cup. How much … continue reading…

Posted in drinks | Tagged cat water, cat welfare, feline nutrition, water for cats | 2 Replies

Should Cats Drink Softened Water?

PoC avatarPosted on October 7, 2016 by Michael BroadOctober 7, 2016

The short answer to the title question is no, a cat should not drink softened water. However, this is not a black and white situation and I am yet to find a definitive answer regarding cats. As for humans, in … continue reading…

Posted in Cat Anatomy, Cat Facts, Cat Food, Cat Health, Human to cat relationship | Tagged cat care, cat food, cat health care, cat water, cat welfare, water for cats | 9 Replies

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