Always leave fresh, clean water available - this is a daily target, not a limit.
What changes it: wet food covers a big share of water needs, while heat, exercise and some medications push intake up. The bowl should never run dry.
⚠️ A sudden change in drinking matters more than the exact number. Much more thirst than usual can signal disease; refusing water or signs of dehydration need prompt veterinary attention.
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