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My Lab puppy won't drink water, but pees often. Is he okay?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered

Hi! I recently purchased a 1 month old Labrador Retriever Male named Happy! He’s really cute, energetic and very active but my only concern/question is that he doesn’t want to drink water at all! I am feeding him Royal Canin Maxi Starter diet with cerelac currently. So I provide him the same water in which I soak the Royal Canin kibbles in huge amount to compensate his not drinking water. Although I’d like to add that he pees alright, in fact he pees around 8-10 times a day so is it okay

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 8th, 2018

Based on what you are describing I think Happy is getting plenty of water with his meals. As long as you offer plenty of fresh, clean water throughout the day he will drink what he needs. He’s a very cute puppy! I hope this helps. Congratulations!

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