{"id":6743,"date":"2026-07-13T10:14:24","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T14:14:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/?p=6743"},"modified":"2026-07-23T08:36:39","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T12:36:39","slug":"how-to-hydrate-a-cat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/en\/how-to-hydrate-a-cat\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Hydrate a Cat?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:30px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:30px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-padding-right:100px;--awb-padding-left:100px;--awb-padding-right-small:10px;--awb-padding-left-small:10px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1268.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:50px;--awb-padding-bottom:50px;--awb-bg-color:#ffffff;--awb-bg-color-hover:#ffffff;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:40px;\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:40;line-height:1;\"><div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p>How to Hydrate a Cat?<\/p>\n<\/div><\/h1><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-custom_color_2);--awb-margin-bottom:20px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:30px;\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:30;line-height:1;\"><div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p>The Complete Guide to Supporting Your Cat&#8217;s Health and Well-Being Every Day<\/p>\n<\/div><\/h1><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>Keeping your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quebec.ca\/agriculture-environnement-et-ressources-naturelles\/faune\/animaux-sauvages-quebec\/fiches-especes-fauniques\/chat-domestique\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cat<\/a> properly hydrated is essential for their health and overall well-being, yet it is often overlooked. Unlike many other animals, cats have unique drinking habits: they tend to drink small amounts of water and not always on a regular basis. In the wild, cats obtained most of their hydration from the moisture found in their prey. Today, with dry food diets and an indoor lifestyle, it&#8217;s important to adapt their daily routine to encourage better water intake.<\/p>\n<p>Understanding how to hydrate a cat effectively can help prevent discomfort caused by inadequate hydration and improve your cat&#8217;s overall quality of life, especially during hot weather.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element fusion-no-large-visibility\" style=\"text-align:center;--awb-aspect-ratio: 100 \/ 71;--awb-object-position:48% 0%;--awb-margin-bottom:20px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:-30px;--awb-max-width:300px;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><div style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-radius:20px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1925\" height=\"958\"  src=\"https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1.png\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1.png\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-6747 img-with-aspect-ratio\" data-parent-fit=\"cover\" data-parent-container=\".fusion-image-element\" alt srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271925%27%20height%3D%27958%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201925%20958%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271925%27%20height%3D%27958%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1-200x100.png 200w, https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1-400x199.png 400w, https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1-600x299.png 600w, https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1-800x398.png 800w, https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1-1200x597.png 1200w, https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1.png 1925w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element fusion-no-small-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility\" style=\"text-align:center;--awb-aspect-ratio: 100 \/ 41;--awb-object-position:51% 71%;--awb-margin-top:25px;--awb-margin-bottom:-50px;--awb-max-width:900px;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><div style=\"display:inline-block;width:900px;\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"border-radius:20px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1925\" height=\"958\"  src=\"https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1.png\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1.png\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-6747 img-with-aspect-ratio\" data-parent-fit=\"cover\" data-parent-container=\".fusion-image-element\" alt srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271925%27%20height%3D%27958%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201925%20958%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271925%27%20height%3D%27958%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1-200x100.png 200w, https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1-400x199.png 400w, https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1-600x299.png 600w, https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1-800x398.png 800w, https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1-1200x597.png 1200w, https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chat-pet-store-18-1.png 1925w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:0px;--awb-padding-right:100px;--awb-padding-left:100px;--awb-padding-right-small:10px;--awb-padding-left-small:10px;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1268.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;border-color:hsla(var(--awb-color6-h),var(--awb-color6-s),var(--awb-color6-l),calc(var(--awb-color6-a) - 80%));border-top-width:1px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:30px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;--fontSize:32;line-height:var(--awb-typography1-line-height);\"><h1 class=\"ce-header\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-placeholder=\"Enter a header\" data-empty=\"false\">Why Is Hydration So Important for Cats?<\/h1><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p>Water plays a vital role in your cat&#8217;s body and supports many essential functions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Digestion<\/li>\n<li>Body temperature regulation<\/li>\n<li>Proper kidney function<\/li>\n<li>The elimination of toxins<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A cat that doesn&#8217;t drink enough water can quickly experience general discomfort, although the signs may be difficult to recognize at first.<\/p>\n<p>The main challenge is simple: cats don&#8217;t always experience thirst in an obvious way and won&#8217;t naturally compensate for a lack of water. That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s important to create an environment and daily routine that encourages them to drink.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;border-color:hsla(var(--awb-color6-h),var(--awb-color6-s),var(--awb-color6-l),calc(var(--awb-color6-a) - 80%));border-top-width:1px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:0px;--awb-padding-right:100px;--awb-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-padding-left:100px;--awb-padding-right-small:10px;--awb-padding-left-small:10px;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1268.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;--fontSize:32;line-height:var(--awb-typography1-line-height);\"><h1 class=\"ce-header\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-placeholder=\"Enter a header\" data-empty=\"false\">How to Hydrate a Cat Every Day<\/h1><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p>There are several complementary ways to improve your cat&#8217;s hydration. The goal isn&#8217;t to rely on just one solution, but to combine different methods to create an effective daily routine.<\/p>\n<h5>1. Keep Fresh Water Available at All Times<\/h5>\n<p>The foundation of good hydration is simple: your cat should always have access to clean, fresh water.<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Place multiple water bowls around the house<br \/>\n\u2714 Refresh the water daily<br \/>\n\u2714 Keep bowls in quiet locations away from the litter box<br \/>\n\u2714 Offer water in different areas to encourage drinking<\/p>\n<p>Some cats enjoy drinking in different locations, so providing multiple water stations can increase the likelihood that they&#8217;ll drink more often.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udca1\" \/> Helpful tip: Many cats don&#8217;t like drinking near their food. Keeping food and water bowls separate may encourage better hydration. <\/strong><\/p>\n<h5>2. Use a Cat Water Fountain<\/h5>\n<p>A cat water fountain is one of the most effective tools for improving your cat&#8217;s hydration.<\/p>\n<p>Why does it work so well?<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Flowing water naturally attracts cats<br \/>\n\u2714 The water is filtered and stays cleaner<br \/>\n\u2714 It is often perceived as fresher<br \/>\n\u2714 The movement stimulates your cat&#8217;s curiosity<\/p>\n<p>Cats are instinctively attracted to running water because, in nature, it is often associated with cleaner, safer water.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> For cats that rarely drink or ignore a traditional water bowl, a water fountain can make a significant difference.<\/p>\n<h5>3. Include Wet Food in Your Cat&#8217;s Diet<\/h5>\n<p>Your cat&#8217;s <em><a href=\"https:\/\/pitou-minou.ca\/en\/our-recommendations-for-the-best-cat-food\/\">diet<\/a><\/em> plays a key role in overall hydration. Unlike dry kibble, wet food contains a high percentage of water.<\/p>\n<p>Examples include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wet p\u00e2t\u00e9<\/li>\n<li>mousses<\/li>\n<li>Wet food pouches<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These foods can contain up to 70\u201380% water, making them an excellent source of daily hydration.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udca1\" \/> A good balance:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Feed a mixed diet (dry kibble and wet food)<\/li>\n<li>Increase the amount of wet food during warmer months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This helps improve hydration naturally without drastically changing your cat&#8217;s eating habits.<\/p>\n<h5>4. Make Water More Appealing<\/h5>\n<p>Not every cat reacts the same way to its environment. Sometimes, a few simple adjustments are enough to encourage your cat to drink more.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some effective tips:<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Refresh the water several times a day during summer<br \/>\n\u2714 Add ice cubes to keep the water cool<br \/>\n\u2714 Use wide, shallow bowls<br \/>\n\u2714 Clean bowls frequently to prevent odors<\/p>\n<p>Some cats are very sensitive to water quality. Warm or stagnant water may be enough to discourage them from drinking.<\/p>\n<h5>5. Adapt Your Cat&#8217;s Environment<\/h5>\n<p>Your cat&#8217;s surroundings play a bigger role in hydration than many people realize.<\/p>\n<p>A cat that feels too warm or uncomfortable may:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Move around less<\/li>\n<li>Drink less<\/li>\n<li>Stay in one cool location<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To encourage better hydration:<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Place water bowls in cool areas<br \/>\n\u2714 Keep them out of direct sunlight<br \/>\n\u2714 Ensure good air circulation<br \/>\n\u2714 Provide several quiet areas throughout your home<\/p>\n<p>A comfortable environment naturally encourages better water consumption.<\/p>\n<h5>6. Understand Your Cat&#8217;s Drinking Habits<\/h5>\n<p>Every cat has its own preferences. Some naturally drink a lot, while others drink very little.<br \/>\nIt&#8217;s important to observe your cat&#8217;s behavior without becoming overly concerned.<\/p>\n<p>Things to watch for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An unusual decrease in activity<\/li>\n<li>A water bowl that is rarely used<\/li>\n<li>Changes in eating habits<\/li>\n<li>Constantly seeking cool places<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These signs aren&#8217;t necessarily alarming, but they may indicate it&#8217;s time to improve your cat&#8217;s hydration routine.<\/p>\n<h5>7. Simple Everyday Tips<\/h5>\n<p>In addition to the main solutions, a few simple habits can make a real difference.<\/p>\n<p>\u2714 Change the water regularly<br \/>\n\u2714 Try different bowl materials (glass, ceramic, or stainless steel)<br \/>\n\u2714 Place water in several locations around the house<br \/>\n\u2714 Pay attention to your cat&#8217;s individual preferences<br \/>\n\u2714 Avoid plastic bowls, which can sometimes retain unpleasant odors<\/p>\n<p>These small adjustments often help increase your cat&#8217;s water intake over time.<\/p>\n<h5>8. Cat Hydration During Summer: A Special Consideration<\/h5>\n<p>During the summer, your cat&#8217;s hydration needs increase slightly because of the heat. Cats may lose more water without naturally drinking more.<\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s why summer is the perfect time to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Increase access to fresh water<\/li>\n<li>Offer more wet food<\/li>\n<li>Provide cool resting areas<\/li>\n<li>Monitor your cat&#8217;s drinking habits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There&#8217;s no need to worry unnecessarily, simply adapting your routine can help keep your cat comfortable.<\/p>\n<h5>9. Solutions Available at Pitou Minou &amp; Compagnons Stores<\/h5>\n<p>Pitou Minou &amp; Compagnons stores offer a wide range of products to help improve your cat&#8217;s hydration, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cat water fountains<\/li>\n<li>Ergonomic water bowls<\/li>\n<li>Wet food and p\u00e2t\u00e9s<\/li>\n<li>Cooling accessories<\/li>\n<li>Water dispensers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f449.svg\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/> Combining several of these products helps create an environment that naturally encourages your cat to drink more.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;border-color:hsla(var(--awb-color6-h),var(--awb-color6-s),var(--awb-color6-l),calc(var(--awb-color6-a) - 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