How long can I leave water out before I need to change it?
Once a day at minimum, and sooner if you notice dust, fur or food debris floating in it, which happens faster than most owners expect in a bowl…
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Does water temperature matter to cats?
For most cats, yes, in preference more than in health
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Is mineral or spring water okay for my cat?
Yes, for most cats
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Why won’t my cat drink from her new bowl?
New bowls can smell like plastic or detergent, sit at an unfamiliar height or have a shape that presses on her whiskers, any of which can put a…
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How many water bowls should one cat have?
At least two, even for a single cat
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Can I flavor my cat’s water to get her to drink more?
Yes, lightly, and it can work well for a stubborn drinker
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Why does my cat have black spots on her chin?
Those little black specks on the chin are usually feline chin acne, blocked oil glands that look like blackheads and sometimes progress to red bumps
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Why does my cat try to drink from my glass?
Your glass is appealing for the same reasons the faucet is: the water is fresh, it’s up off the floor away from her food and litter and it’s…
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Why does my cat splash water out of the bowl?
Most splashers are playing or pawing at water they find more interesting when it moves
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Why does my cat dip her paw in the water bowl before drinking?
A few reasons, and most are harmless