{"id":20705,"date":"2026-07-02T19:29:17","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T19:29:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/?p=20705"},"modified":"2026-07-02T19:51:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T19:51:23","slug":"pet-hydration-hot-weather","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/pet-hydration-hot-weather","title":{"rendered":"HOW DO I KEEP MY DOG OR CAT HYDRATED IN HOT WEATHER?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"20705\" class=\"elementor elementor-20705\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ce85501 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ce85501\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-19581db elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"19581db\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW3698981 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3698981 BCX0\">Keeping your dog or cat hydrated during hot weather is essential for their health and safety. Just like us, pets can become dehydrated when temperatures rise, especially during summer activities,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW3698981 BCX0\">travel<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3698981 BCX0\">\u00a0and outdoor play. In this guide,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3698981 BCX0\">you&#8217;ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3698981 BCX0\">\u00a0learn the signs of dehydration in dogs and cats, how much water pets need each\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW3698981 BCX0\">day<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3698981 BCX0\">\u00a0and practical tips to help keep your pet hydrated all summer long.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW3698981 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW238861647 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238861647 BCX0\">Don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238861647 BCX0\">\u00a0have time to read the whole blog? Head to our\u00a0<\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight Underlined MacChromeBold SCXW238861647 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRest CommentHighlightRest SCXW238861647 BCX0\">Ask\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed CommentHighlightRest SCXW238861647 BCX0\">an Expert:<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW238861647 BCX0\">\u00a0FAQs<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW238861647 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightPipeRest SCXW238861647 BCX0\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>for quick answers to questions about summer pet hydration.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW238861647 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5e8b3ec e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5e8b3ec\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bd4799a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bd4799a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">WHY IS HYDRATION IMPORTANT FOR DOGS &amp; CATS? <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9e1b43b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9e1b43b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-96d5039 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"96d5039\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1456d4d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1456d4d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Since around 70% of your pet\u2019s body is made up of water, proper hydration is key to their overall wellness. Keeping your pet hydrated is essential to the following bodily functions:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Regulating body temperature<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Aiding with digestion<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Supporting nutrient absorption<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Flushing out toxins<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cushioning joints and organs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW144017932 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144017932 BCX0\">Without adequate moisture intake, pets run the risk of developing heatstroke, kidney failure,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW144017932 BCX0\">constipation<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144017932 BCX0\">\u00a0and more. As\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW144017932 BCX0\">their humans<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144017932 BCX0\">,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144017932 BCX0\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144017932 BCX0\">\u00a0our job to make sure they stay hydrated.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW144017932 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f56202 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1f56202\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-92d55e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"92d55e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"927\" height=\"1401\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-94324861-copy.jpg\" class=\"attachment-1536x1536 size-1536x1536 wp-image-20708\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-94324861-copy.jpg 927w, https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-94324861-copy-199x300.jpg 199w, https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-94324861-copy-678x1024.jpg 678w, https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-94324861-copy-768x1161.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 927px) 100vw, 927px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d1ec0a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6d1ec0a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5e4c8c7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5e4c8c7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF DEHYDRATION IN DOGS &amp; CATS? <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e5838ea e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e5838ea\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dcb175a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"dcb175a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-abd81c4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"abd81c4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"686\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817354058-1-686x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-20709\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817354058-1-686x1024.jpg 686w, https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817354058-1-201x300.jpg 201w, https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817354058-1-768x1146.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817354058-1.jpg 948w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 686px) 100vw, 686px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-92790d5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"92790d5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-707a57a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"707a57a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Preventing dehydration in pets is essential to keeping them healthy. So, how do you know if your dog or cat is getting enough water? Here are eight signs of dehydration in pets to watch out for:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ol><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dry or sticky gums<\/span><\/li><li>Sunken-looking eyes<\/li><li>Loss of appetite<\/li><li>Excessive panting<\/li><li>Low energy<\/li><li>Thick saliva<\/li><li>Dark yellow urine<\/li><li>GI upset (vomiting,\u00a0diarrhea\u00a0or constipation)<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-696c975 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"696c975\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b1864b1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b1864b1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">WHAT IS THE SKIN ELASTICITY TEST? <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-182e80e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"182e80e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-badaaf1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"badaaf1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW258197867 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258197867 BCX0\">When a dog or cat is dehydrated, their skin will become less elastic. To test this, gently pull\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW258197867 BCX0\">up on<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258197867 BCX0\">\u00a0the skin between your pet\u2019s shoulder blades. If the skin quickly falls back into place, its elasticity is normal. If your pet\u2019s skin\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258197867 BCX0\">remains<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258197867 BCX0\">\u00a0\u201ctented\u201d before settling back into place, this can be a sign of low elasticity. To\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258197867 BCX0\">determine<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258197867 BCX0\">\u00a0if low skin elasticity is a sign of dehydration, always assess it alongside other symptoms.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW258197867 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-01398ff e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"01398ff\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bed1b7d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bed1b7d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">WHAT DO I DO IF MY PET IS DEHYDRATED? <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ce149b2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ce149b2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b9b3c0e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b9b3c0e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW106925317 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106925317 BCX0\">If your pet shows signs of mild dehydration, encourage them to drink water or give them a hydrating bowl of\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW106925317 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/search?q=bone%20broth&amp;so=0&amp;page=1&amp;af=42901\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight Underlined MacChromeBold SCXW106925317 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106925317 BCX0\">bone broth<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW106925317 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106925317 BCX0\">\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW106925317 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/search?q=goat%20milk&amp;so=0&amp;page=1&amp;af=42895%7C42901\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight Underlined MacChromeBold SCXW106925317 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106925317 BCX0\">goat milk<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW106925317 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106925317 BCX0\">\u00a0\u2013 they may be more eager to lap it up. For more severe signs of dehydration, contact your vet\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106925317 BCX0\">immediately<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106925317 BCX0\">\u00a0and seek treatment so symptoms\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106925317 BCX0\">don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW106925317 BCX0\">\u00a0worsen.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW106925317 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a7baa5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8a7baa5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6e5265f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6e5265f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">HOW CAN I KEEP MY DOG OR CAT HYDRATED? <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f12b5c6 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f12b5c6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1bfe1e8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1bfe1e8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW29897973 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW29897973 BCX0\">Hydration for dogs and cats can be fun,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW29897973 BCX0\">enriching<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW29897973 BCX0\">\u00a0and delicious. The following\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW29897973 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/1\/shop?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1&amp;af=42897%7C42898%7C42901%7C42905%7C42911\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight Underlined MacChromeBold SCXW29897973 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW29897973 BCX0\">moisture-rich foods<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW29897973 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW29897973 BCX0\">\u00a0are perfect for adding a boost of hydration (and flavor) to your pet\u2019s daily diet:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW29897973 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4db0614 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4db0614\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d074890 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d074890\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bcb2327 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bcb2327\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Raw &amp; Fresh Food:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Packed with moisture, nutrients and real animal ingredients,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/1\/shop?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1&amp;af=42897%7C42898%7C42905\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">fresh and raw pet food<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0makes the perfect meal or topper for your BFF.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wet Food:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Just like raw food,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/1\/shop?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1&amp;af=42911\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">wet food<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0is loaded with more moisture than traditional dry kibble \u2013 plus, lots of\u00a0yummy\u00a0flavors for your pet to enjoy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hydrating Meal Toppers:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Add a tasty, hydrating topper \u2013 like\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/search?q=goat%20milk&amp;so=0&amp;page=1&amp;af=42895%7C42901\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">goat milk<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/search?q=bone%20broth&amp;so=0&amp;page=1&amp;af=42901\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">bone broth<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/search?q=pumpkin&amp;so=0&amp;page=1&amp;af=42895\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">pumpkin<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0\u2013 to your pet\u2019s bowl for a boost of vitamins,\u00a0minerals\u00a0and moisture.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Frozen Summer Treats:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Freeze your\u00a0pet\u2019s\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/1\/shop?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1&amp;af=42901\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">favorite hydrator<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for the perfect summer treat. Bonus: Use a\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/104\/treat-dispensing-toys?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1&amp;af=17388%7C17659%7C17660\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">rubber toy<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/search?q=lick%20mat&amp;so=0&amp;page=1&amp;af=42887\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">lick mat<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for added enrichment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pet-Safe Fruits:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use\u00a0small amounts\u00a0of pet-safe fruits, including watermelon,\u00a0berries\u00a0and cucumbers (yes,\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0a\u00a0fruit!), as moisture-rich treats.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-451bd9b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"451bd9b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-af86588 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"af86588\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817353513-683x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-20710\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817353513-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817353513-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817353513-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817353513-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817353513-1367x2048.jpg 1367w, https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-1817353513.jpg 1415w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-364b78d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"364b78d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6cc32af elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6cc32af\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW73010493 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73010493 BCX0\">These pet hydration tips will help your best friend stay cool and refreshed all summer long \u2013 whether they\u2019re soaking up the sun in the backyard, hitting the road for a summer stroll or cooling off indoors by the AC.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW73010493 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b6d87c1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b6d87c1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5c47200 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5c47200\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">WHAT IF MY CAT DOESN\u2019T LIKE DRINKING WATER?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6113a18 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6113a18\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d9e7d0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1d9e7d0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If your cat turns their nose up at their water bowl,&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;not alone. Thanks to their desert-dwelling ancestors, many cats have a natural aversion to water. However, without&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/1\/shop?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1&amp;af=316%7C42897%7C42898%7C42901%7C42905%7C42911\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">proper hydration<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, cats run the risk of developing urinary tract infections (UTIs) and other health-related issues.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Worried&nbsp;your cat&nbsp;isn\u2019t&nbsp;drinking enough water? Try these 10 cat hydration tips:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b81fef e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2b81fef\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2ebcf8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a2ebcf8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provide more than one\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/51\/cat-bowls-feeders?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1&amp;af=42887\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">water dish<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0around the house: at least one per cat, plus an extra<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Try a\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/search?q=drinking%20fountain&amp;so=0&amp;page=1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">cat drinking fountain<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0\u2013 cats instinctively prefer running water because\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0less likely to be contaminated<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep water dishes away from your cat\u2019s litter box and food bowl, as cats prefer not to drink near waste or \u201cprey\u201d which may contaminate their water<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Replace water\u00a0frequently\u00a0\u2013 many cats\u00a0won\u2019t\u00a0drink water\u00a0that\u2019s\u00a0been sitting out for a while<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wash water dishes daily to keep them fresh and prevent smells which might deter your cat from drinking<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use wide, shallow water dishes so your cat can drink without their whiskers touching the sides, which can be uncomfortable<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Opt\u00a0for a glass, ceramic or stainless steel\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/51\/cat-bowls-feeders?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1&amp;af=42887\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">water bowl<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0instead of plastic, which can affect the taste<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Leave the faucet running while your cat is in the kitchen with you to encourage them to drink by appealing to their curiosity<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Add water to your cat\u2019s meals by mixing 1-3 tbsp into their\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/67\/dry-cat-food?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">dry food<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/107\/wet-cat-food?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">wet food<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reward your cat with attention,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/content\/companionship\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">affection<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/28\/cat-treats?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">treats<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0(if\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0food motivated) after they drink water<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82b55c5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"82b55c5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b6df7e6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b6df7e6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW238684483 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238684483 BCX0\">Following these cat hydration tips will help your cat stay hydrated year-round, especially in the summer heat.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW238684483 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d679c82 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d679c82\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3e31670 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3e31670\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">HOW MUCH WATER SHOULD DOGS &amp; CATS DRINK EACH DAY? <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-efd36ca e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"efd36ca\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9cc1f3e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9cc1f3e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW223646663 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW223646663 BCX0\">Your pet\u2019s recommended daily water intake depends on factors including their size and weight, activity level,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW223646663 BCX0\">diet<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW223646663 BCX0\">\u00a0and the climate where you live. In general, we recommend following these guidelines when it comes to dog and cat hydration.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW223646663 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a76471 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2a76471\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2354f24 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2354f24\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">HOW MUCH WATER SHOULD MY DOG DRINK?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f805513 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f805513\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-db23d0c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"db23d0c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most dogs need between \u00bd and&nbsp;1 oz&nbsp;of water per pound of body weight each day. For example, a 40-lb dog typically needs about 20\u201340 oz (or 2\u00bd to 5 cups) of water daily \u2013 although activity&nbsp;level, diet and weather can affect hydration needs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dogs living in hot, dry climates will&nbsp;likely drink&nbsp;more water than dogs living in cooler areas. Active dogs will need more water than dogs who prefer light exercise. And dogs who consume a&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/92\/raw-dog-food?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1&amp;af=42905\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">raw<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/92\/raw-dog-food?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1&amp;af=42898\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">fresh<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;or&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/106\/wet-dog-food?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">wet food<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;diet will&nbsp;likely drink&nbsp;less water than dogs who eat&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/19\/dry-dog-food?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">dry food<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, since they get more moisture from their food.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a233eca e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a233eca\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e6f580d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e6f580d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">HOW MUCH WATER SHOULD MY CAT DRINK? <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-25031fc e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"25031fc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a08871 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8a08871\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most cats need approximately 4 oz of water per 5\u00a0lb\u00a0of body weight per day. For example, a 10-lb cat would need 8 oz (or 1 cup) of water daily. Cats that eat\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/67\/dry-cat-food?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">dry food<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0typically require more drinking water than cats eating\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/107\/wet-cat-food?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">wet<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/93\/raw-cat-food?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">fresh or raw diets<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keeping your pet hydrated is important\u00a0365 days\u00a0of the year, but\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0especially critical during the summer, when high\u00a0temps\u00a0can worsen dehydration. Following these pet hydration tips will help your BFF stay happy,\u00a0healthy\u00a0and hydrated throughout the summer season and beyond.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eb95a99 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"eb95a99\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2a383c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a2a383c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">ASK AN EXPERT: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT PET HYDRATION <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f76548 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5f76548\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b37672d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b37672d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b><\/b><b>Can a Dog Become Dehydrated Overnight?<\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Yes. Dogs can become dehydrated overnight, especially if\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0sick, overheated, experiencing diarrhea or vomiting, or if they\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0have access to fresh water.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Can Cats Get Dehydrated Even If They Stay Indoors?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Yes. Indoor cats can become dehydrated, especially if they eat a\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chuckanddons.com\/c\/67\/dry-cat-food?&amp;so=5&amp;page=1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">dry food diet<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0or naturally drink\u00a0very little\u00a0water.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What Are the First Signs of Dehydration in Pets?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Early signs of pet dehydration include dry gums, excessive panting, low energy, thick\u00a0saliva\u00a0and reduced appetite.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When Should I Call a Vet If My Pet Is Dehydrated?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Contact your veterinarian\u00a0immediately\u00a0if your pet refuses water, shows severe lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, sunken\u00a0eyes\u00a0or signs of heatstroke.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Keeping your dog or cat hydrated during hot weather is essential for their health and safety. 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