How Many Times Should a Cat Drink Water in a Day?
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Significant Water Intake
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There is no certain number of times a cat should drink water in a day, but a cat needs to drink 2.5 times more water than the amount they eat. This can be a little less if the cat eats wet food, as opposed to dry food. Drinking too much water may signify a serious health issue.
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Not Enough Water
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Cat's ancestry goes back to desert animals. They have a low instinct to drink water and may not drink as much as they should. This can lead to dehydration and urinary tract stones.
Bottom Line
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Cats are best if they are given free access to water at all times. Because they do not get thirsty very often, you may not see them drink. If you are concerned about their water intake, feed them canned food or add water to their dry food.
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