Why Is My Cat Drinking a Lot of Water?
It used to be that you could fill your cat’s water bowl once a day. But now you’re filling it two or three times a day, and your cat comes running to have a drink every time you turn on a faucet. What is going on? Is drinking more water normal for older cats? Or is there a medical condition you need to worry about? Here’s why your cat might be drinking more water than normal and when you should consult with your vet. How Much Water Should Cats Drink Daily? Before you know if your cat is drinking an above-average amount of water, you need to know what the normal range is for a cat’s daily water intake. Cats will generally drink about 4 ounces of water per 5 pounds of body weight. So a 10-pound cat will typically drink about 8 ounces of water every day. Larger cats and very active cats will drink more than smaller or inactive cats. Some cats just naturally don’t drink very much, while others will drink more often. The thing to watch for is any change in your cat’s water consu...