Wild cats never got accustomed to drinking still water. For years these predators were getting their daily fluids from their pray. Although domestic cats came a long way and changed greatly, in many cases you can still see the similarities. Drinking still water is still something that cats do not find natural and convenient, which in many cases can lead to urinary tract issues.
Not many cats will choose to drink water from a bowl. Although you can find some felines that do, most cats would much prefer the water from a faucet or a special cat fountain. But even with help of many tricks and gadgets, some cats do not get enough fluids in a day. How to make sure your cat is staying hydrated?
Wet vs dry food
Wet food is the best choice for your cat. With moisture content at around 80%, wet cat food will easily provide your cat with enough fluids throughout the day. But you can never forget about your cat’s preferences. Even if you want to feed your cat exclusively wet food, if your cat prefers dry food there’s nothing much you can do about it. You can try to incorporate more wet food into his diet by mixing dry food with wet food, but don’t get frustrated if your feline opts for dry kibble instead.
