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What's in Your Cat's Water?
Although domestic cats descended from the desert, they need water for survival. A dry food diet calls for extra water, so be sure your cat is supplied with clean, fresh water at all times in convenient locations. Change the water every day, particularly if your municipal source contains excessive minerals. In that case, I suggest using bottled drinking water for both you and your cats.
Consider an Automatic Water Dispenser
If you are a "working parent," I strongly urge you to look into an automatic watering system for your cat. My cats have two of them, and they love their fresh, clean, filtered water. We used bottled water because our municipal water tastes "yucky," and on warm days I frequently float a few ice cubes in the water for added interest.
We'll move on next to your cat's litter box and sleeping arrangements.
New to Cats > Getting Your First Cat > Food & Water: Essentials for Life
