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Why does my cat drink from the toilet when fresh water is available?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Why does my cat drink from the toilet when I provide her with fresh drinking water every day?

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Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian

Published on February 9th, 2018

This is just a personal preference. For some reason she may feel like it tastes better there. You can try switching her water bowl to a ceramic water bowl to see if it makes a difference. Also, changing to a water fountain will also sometimes help. She isn't the only cat that does this. A lot of cats also require to leave a sink dripping so they can drink from that. Silly cats!

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