My 10-year-old beagle drinks 7 cups of water. Is that normal?

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Is it normal for a 10 yr old female beagle to drink 7 cups of water in one day? Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Female | spayed | 9 years and 11 months old | 32 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

The general guideline for water consumption is 1 ounce per pound of body weight daily. That would mean Montana should be drinking about 32 ounces, or 4 cups, of water daily. This amount can vary depending on diet, activity and weather. If she is drinking AND urinating more often or in greater amounts, then she should be examined by your veterinarian. Blood and urine samples can be collected and submitted to assess major organ function, especially kidney function. Older dogs are prone to developing kidney disease.

My 10-year-old beagle drinks 7 cups of water. Is that normal?

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