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Why don’t dogs like to drink water?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Henry Clarke
Dogs who don’t like to drink water may be because the water is not fresh or the body is not dehydrated, so they don’t want to drink water anymore. It may also be because the owner usually feeds the dog some human drinks or bone soup, which makes the dog picky about food. I don’t like drinking tasteless water anymore. In addition, if your dog does not like to drink water and is also accompanied by listlessness, loss of appetite, etc., it may be sick. It is recommended to take the dog to the pet hospital for a check-up as soon as possible.

1. The water is not fresh

Dogs’ sense of smell is very sensitive. If their drinking water and drinking utensils are contaminated or have a peculiar smell, they will be reluctant to drink the water. In this regard, owners can check whether the dog's water basin and drinking water are clean. If they are not clean, they should prepare clean and hygienic drinking water for the dog in time, and they should also develop a habit of changing the water for the dog regularly. Habit.

2. The body is not short of water

If the dog usually eats wet food or soaked dog food, then these foods already contain a lot of water, so the dog The dog will not like to drink water. Don’t worry too much at this time, because the dog has already taken in enough water, so it’s okay if he doesn’t drink water.

3. Picky eaters

Some owners like to feed their dogs some human drinks or bone soup. Because the drinks and broth are flavorful, the dogs will eat them over time. Dogs will become picky eaters and will not like to drink tasteless water. If this is the case, the owner should draw attention and stop this behavior immediately.

3. Sick

When a dog is sick, it will also stop eating or drinking, so the owner should pay attention to observation. If it is found that in addition to not liking to drink water, the dog also Along with symptoms such as listlessness, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, etc., it is necessary to take the dog to the pet hospital for examination and treatment in time.

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