The typical cat drinks 1 cup of water a day. If eating dry kibble, they are only getting 10% moisture from their food necessitating them to drink more water. Canned food on the other hand is up to 75% moisture, similar to their ancestral prey (ex. mice) and a more natural source of water for them.

Switching from dry to canned food is one of the most effective ways to respect a cat’s natural biology. Canned food is a natural source of water, more closely matching the prey of their ancestors in both water and protein content, is typically more palatable, and may help prevent obesity, urinary tract disease, and diabetes. Questions about your cat’s diet? Give us a call or ask at your next visit.

Fun fact….While tin cans were invented in 1810, the can opener was not invented until 1858. Good thing or we would still be using bayonets, hammers, or chisels to open our feline friends’ daily meal.