Tricks to Fool Your Cat into Drinking Water!

Part 1: How to Tell If a Cat Is Dehydrated?

1. Monitor Your Cat's Urine: When a cat isn't drinking enough water, their kidneys will reabsorb body fluids, leading to more concentrated urine and a darker yellow color.

2. Check Your Cat's Gums: If your cat is thirsty and dry, their gums will appear dry to the touch and may feel sticky when you gently press on them.

3. Examine Your Cat's Skin: If the skin on the back of your cat's neck sags and takes a long time to snap back into place when pulled up, it's a sign that both their body and skin are lacking in hydration.

Part 2: Clever Tricks to Get Your Cat to Drink Water

1. Add Multiple Water Sources: While cats may not be big fans of water, they're not particularly averse to it either. Placing a water bowl near where they spend most of their time can encourage them to drink more. Just ensure the bowl is far from the litter box to avoid any cleanliness concerns. Also, remember to refresh the water daily, as cats have a keen sense of smell and can detect freshness better than you can.

2. Use a Fountain Water Dispenser: Cats are naturally curious, and they tend to be more attracted to moving water. A fountain water dispenser not only sparks their curiosity but also taps into their hunting instincts, prompting them to paw at the water and then lap it up. Cats often perceive flowing water as fresher and healthier than still water.

3. Mix Wet Food with Water: Wet cat food has more moisture than dry kibble, helping your cat stay hydrated while satisfying their hunger. If your cat isn't drinking much, you can add extra water to their wet food. Just be sure to brush their teeth afterward to maintain good oral hygiene.

4. Prepare Homemade Broth: Blend chicken or beef into mince, then add water to cook into a broth. No seasoning is needed; simply serve the meat and broth together. To avoid weight gain, opt for lean meat and use less of it, ensuring the broth has a meaty aroma.

5. Offer Goat's Milk Powder: Goat's milk powder is rich in protein and has a taste that many cats prefer over plain water. It's an option to consider if your cat is particularly averse to drinking water.

6. Soak FreezeDried Treats: You can also use freezedried meat to make a watersoaked treat or mix it with wet food. However, be cautious with these as they can lead to picky eating and weight gain if overused.

7. Use a Syringe to Administer Water: As a last resort, if your cat absolutely refuses to drink, you can use a syringe to gently feed them water. Be sure to go slow to prevent them from choking.

These are some clever tricks to get your cat to drink water. Have you learned anything new? If you have other methods, feel free to share them in the comments section for a lively discussion!