23/06/2026
Does your cat drink very little water? Here are a few tricks that can help 👇
Cats are “not great drinkers”. Before domestication, their main source of hydration came from the moisture in the prey they ate. Nowadays, with many cats eating mostly dry food, they get much less water from their meals.
That’s why it’s important to keep an eye on how much water our feline friends drink every day and help them stay properly hydrated, especially when temperatures rise.
Cat parent? Pay attention to these tips!
✅ Place several water bowls around the house. Cats usually drink more when they have more options available.
✅ Invest in a water fountain. Cats love moving water, so fountains are often a big hit.
✅ Change the water often. Even if there’s still water left at the end of the day, throw it away, clean the bowl and refill it with fresh, clean water. Change it at least twice a day.
✅ Add wet food to their diet. Wet food is usually very appealing to cats, and it’s also a tasty way to help them take in more water without even noticing.
✅ Keep water away from the litter box. Toilet areas and feeding areas should be separate, so never place food or water near the litter box.
✅ Add ice cubes to the water when it’s really hot. Some cats even enjoy playing with ice cubes and, without realising it, end up drinking more!
Water is key to the health of our dogs and cats!
Dehydration can be very dangerous for our furry companions, so we should always keep a close eye on whether they’re drinking enough. At the slightest sign of dehydration, our advice is: go to the vet!
We hope you found these tips useful, and above all, that they help improve your cat’s hydration.
