WE have seen pictures of wild animals – Lions, Tigers, cattle, Elephants and more coming to streams and ponds for drinking water.
For pet, most people tend to provide milk – many believe that a big bowl of milk in front is liked by them. However, it is stated that Cats don’t need milk to stay healthy – the least the milk of a cow. Some cats are lactose intolerant too which means that milk can upset their stomach.
Water is the single most important nutrient in the animal body. It is essential for all metabolic processes, chemical reactions, temperature regulation, eliminating waste from the body, and ultimately, health and survival. Domestic cats are descendants of larger felines that did not require much water for everyday living. Cats drink small amounts of water throughout the day, while dogs lap up large amounts at a time.
Even though cats don’t drink huge amounts of water, hydration is necessary for the body to survive and to perform vital jobs.
Regards – S Sampathkumar
22.12.2024