Cat Daily Water Intake Calculator

Cats have a low natural thirst drive, making adequate hydration vital for preventing chronic kidney disease (CKD) and feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD). Calculate your cat's exact moisture requirements.

1. Cat's Body Weight

2. Diet Breakdown: Wet Canned vs Dry Kibble (50% Wet)

100% Dry Kibble 50/50 Split 100% Wet Canned

3. Health Status & Environment

Water to Drink From Bowl
145 ml / day
approx. 4.9 fl oz (~0.6 cups)

🌊 Total Daily Requirement: 248 ml

🥣 Water Absorbed from Food: 103 ml

💧 Net Water from Bowl / Fountain: 145 ml

Feline Tip: Running water from a pet fountain encourages cats to drink up to 30% more water compared to stagnant standing bowls.

📱 Track Water & Health in MaunaPet App

Why Feline Hydration is Clinically Critical

Domestic cats evolved from the African wildcat (*Felis lybica*), desert hunters that derived nearly all their water intake directly from prey. Because of this evolutionary heritage, cats have a remarkably weak thirst response.

1. Preventing Urinary Crystals (FLUTD)

Concentrated urine allows struvite and calcium oxalate crystals to precipitate in the feline bladder. Ample water intake dilutes urine specific gravity and flushes the bladder regularly.

2. Supporting Feline Kidneys

Chronic Kidney Disease affects over 30% of cats over 10 years old. Adequate daily hydration reduces the filtration burden on aging nephrons.

3. Whisker Fatigue & Wide Bowls

Cats dislike their sensitive whiskers touching the sides of narrow bowls. Use shallow, wide stainless steel or ceramic dishes, or circulating pet fountains.